Healthcare CoP: “Scientists say…” critically evaluating science for non-scientists

Virtual Conference Call

Abstract

The infectious disease COVID-19 is crippling most aspects of society. Ending this pandemic will require scientists to develop ways of diagnosing, treating and preventing the disease, and the public is understandably eager to know how close scientists are to these goals. However, scientists often struggle to effectively communicate their research to non-experts, and both politicians and the media are imperfect intermediaries. Using examples relevant to COVID-19, this talk will help non-scientists to evaluate what scientists say and understand what they really mean. It will also provide advice for effectively discussing technical information with lay audiences.

Objectives:

- Understand the “business” of science

- Learn how to evaluate the who, what, and why of science communication

- Identify common unreported limitations of scientific studies

- Discuss ways scientists and non-scientists can communicate more effectively

About the Speaker

Andrew Macintyre, PhD, PMP is a member of the faculty at the Duke Human Vaccine Institute (DHVI), where he leads a team developing treatments and vaccines for infectious diseases. Prior to joining the DHVI, he managed professional development and education projects for the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Higher Ed CoP: Handling Mistakes, Problem Solving, and Six Sigma

Online

Handling Mistakes, Problem Solving, and Six Sigma

Speaker: Julie Eckstrand, R. Ph.

Date: 10.08.2020

Location: WebEx

Seminar: 3:00 – 4:00 PM

PDUs: 1.0 Technical PDU

Registration Link: https://qrgo.page.link/QZ5vH

Leadership CoP: Ignite Transformational Leadership through Social Capital

Virtual Meeting – Conferencing details will be distributed prior to the meeting

About the Session:

Understanding social capital leadership in relation to organizational and people goals creates a fertile ground for transformational leadership. Personal and corporate networks, along with social trust, facilitate mutually beneficial collaboration. The quality of social relationships influences individual and team behavior and productivity, leading to transformation and economic growth. This session will explore how to leverage essential elements of the social capital of leadership to build trust and get positive outcomes

Learning Outcomes

• Learn why internal and external networking is crucial to transformational leadership.
• Learn how to develop a circle of trusted collaborators who have your back.
• Learn practical strategies for leveraging social capital approaches in project management approaches

Career Workshop – October 8th, 2020 Recent Changes and Trends in the Job Market

Virtual Meeting – Conferencing details will be distributed prior to the meeting

Abstract:

Recent Changes and Trends in the Job Market

Description of the Presentation

• How are we dealing with today’s challenges at finding a job?
• Today is much different than before the pandemic.

Discuss trends that recruiters are seeing in the workforce.