Science with Impact

Beyond Access: Sustaining Diversity in Science with Dr. Checo Colón-Gaud

💡 How can exposure, mentorship, and community turn early curiosity into lasting careers in science? In this episode of ⁠Science with Impact⁠ [https://www.sciencewithimpact.org/], we are joined by Dr. Checo Colón-Gaud, Professor of Biology and Associate Dean for the College of Graduate Studies at Georgia Southern University. Dr. Colón-Gaud shares how early research experiences, mentorship, and professional societies shaped his path. He reflects on the transformative role of NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs), the creation of the Instars program, and how it grew into EMERGE, an NSF-funded initiative now embedded into the Society for Freshwater Science. This episode is a reminder that exposure opens doors, but belonging keeps people in the room. 🤔 Who is this for? 1. Undergraduate and post-bac students curious about how immersive research opportunities (like REUs) can shape careers and open new doors in science. 2. Faculty, PIs, and society leaders looking for practical models to broaden participation, diversify membership, and sustain initiatives over time. 3. STEM mentors and administrators committed to building programs that go beyond access to create belonging, confidence, and leadership opportunities. 📋 What is it about? Dr. Checo Colón-Gaud unpacks the value of hands-on research, the creation and growth of the Instars and EMERGE programs, and the strategies needed to sustain diversity initiatives in professional societies. He offers lessons on how scientists and organizations can create lasting impact. 🔑 Key Takeaway: Representation doesn’t happen by chance—it’s built through exposure, mentorship, and programs that sustain momentum. By planting small seeds and nurturing them into lasting initiatives, we can diversify science and create pathways that weren’t visible before. ⌚️ Time Stamps 00:00 Introduction to Science Careers 01:03 Welcome to the Podcast 01:25 Meet Checo Colon Gaud 03:14 Checo’s Journey into Science 10:27 Undergraduate Research Experiences 14:29 Building Impactful Programs 19:04 The Instar and Emerge Programs 22:01 Sustaining Diversity Initiatives 36:26 Challenges and Mentorship 38:40 Connecting Science and Music 📣 Guests Dr. Checo Colón-Gaud [https://www.linkedin.com/in/checo-colon-gaud-0b8611163/]— Aquatic Ecologist, Professor of Biology & Associate Dean, College of Graduate Studies, Georgia Southern University; Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vanessa Rosa, Ph.D⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessarosaphd/]., is the founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Science with Impact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.sciencewithimpact.org/], where we partner with research organizations to translate STEM advancements into measurable societal benefits beyond academia. 🙌🏽 Want to collaborate? If you know of a research organization seeking support in: 1. Measuring (program evaluation, statistics/data analysis, and reporting) or 2. Communicating (illustration/animation, data visualization, and presentations) the impact of their STEM research, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here to connect them with Dr. Rosa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [vanessarosa@sciencewithimpact.org?subject=I%20thought%20of%20you%20as%20soon%20as%20I%20saw%20this&body=Dear%20Colleague%2C%0A%0AMay%20I%20introduce%20you%20to%20Dr.%20Rosa%20at%20Science%20with%20Impact%3F%20Her%20company%20and%20nonprofit%20help%20research%20scientists%20measure%20and%20communicate%20the%20broader%20societal%20impacts%20of%20their%20work.%20I%20thought%20of%20you%20as%20soon%20as%20I%20heard%21%0A%0ASincerely%2C]. ❤️ Love the cause? Our mission is to provide grants and supplemental awards to research scientists and organizations that have a broader societal impact. To support this mission, we've established a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nonprofit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.sciencewithimpact.org/nonprofit/]. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click this link to donate to a specific initiative⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://givebutter.com/sciencewithimpact]. 🙌🏽 Enjoying the content? Here are 3 things you can do to help other research scientists see this content: 1. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to subscribe to the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.sciencewithimpact.org/#/portal/signup] and receive case studies, conversations, and resources for broadening the societal impacts of STEM research. 2. Subscribe to or review our podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@vanessarosaphd], ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-with-impact/id1807391432], ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://open.spotify.com/show/0vNW0WWFDslyB6K8EkCoT8], or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://substack.com/@vanessarosaphd] to help others interested in impactful science find us! 3. Do you know someone who embodies the phrase "impactful scientist?" If so, please click here to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nominate a speaker⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://sciencewithimpact.notion.site/nominations]. Thank you for all you do to broaden the societal impacts of STEM research. Sincerely, The Team at Science with Impact

Curiosity as a Compass: Dr. Stephanie Pazos on Building Inclusive Pathways in Science

💡 How can curiosity and resilience transform barriers in STEM into pathways for the next generation of scientists? In this episode of Science with Impact [https://www.sciencewithimpact.org/], we are joined by Dr. Stephanie Pazos, Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and Co-Owner & Chief Scientist at Heroica Technologies. Dr. Pazos shares how persistence, mentorship, and inclusive teaching helped shape her path. She reflects on the moment organic chemistry unlocked her identity as a scientist, the barriers students face in higher education, and why failure is one of the most powerful teachers. 🤔 Who is this for? 1. Undergraduate educators seeking new ways to design courses that foster independence, reflection, and real research skills. 2. Early-career scientists navigating impostor syndrome, career uncertainty, or the challenge of balancing teaching, research, and personal growth. 3. STEM leaders & mentors interested in breaking down barriers, supporting diverse pathways, and preparing students for careers inside and outside academia. 📋 What is it about? Dr. Pazos reflects on the power of curiosity, the importance of designing inclusive teaching models, and the challenges of mentoring in a post-COVID landscape. From founding a photonics company to reshaping undergraduate labs at UCSB, she offers practical lessons for how scientists and educators can dismantle barriers, foster resilience, and build inclusive communities of learning. 🔑 Key Takeaway: Science is not a straight path—it’s built on curiosity, failures, and resilience. By embracing inclusive teaching, mentorship, and professional development, researchers can create more equitable pathways into STEM and empower the next generation to thrive. ⌚️ Time Stamps 00:00 Introduction and Personal Journey 00:54 Welcome to the Podcast 01:07 Guest Introduction: Dr. Stephanie Pazos 02:49 Discovering a Passion for Science 05:25 Challenges and Inspirations 08:55 Innovative Teaching Methods 17:19 Graduate Student Support and Development 23:15 Entrepreneurship and Career Transitions 25:16 Future Guest and Closing Remarks 📣 Guests ⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafaelfernanz/]Stephanie Pazos, Ph.D. [https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepazos/] — Assistant Teaching Professor of Chemistry & Biochemistry, University of California, Santa Barbara; Chief Scientist and Co-Owner, Heroica Technologies Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vanessa Rosa, Ph.D⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessarosaphd/]., is the founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Science with Impact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.sciencewithimpact.org/], where we partner with research organizations to translate STEM advancements into measurable societal benefits beyond academia. 🙌🏽 Want to collaborate? If you know of a research organization seeking support in: 1. Measuring (program evaluation, statistics/data analysis, and reporting) or 2. Communicating (illustration/animation, data visualization, and presentations) the impact of their STEM research, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here to connect them with Dr. Rosa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [vanessarosa@sciencewithimpact.org?subject=I%20thought%20of%20you%20as%20soon%20as%20I%20saw%20this&body=Dear%20Colleague%2C%0A%0AMay%20I%20introduce%20you%20to%20Dr.%20Rosa%20at%20Science%20with%20Impact%3F%20Her%20company%20and%20nonprofit%20help%20research%20scientists%20measure%20and%20communicate%20the%20broader%20societal%20impacts%20of%20their%20work.%20I%20thought%20of%20you%20as%20soon%20as%20I%20heard%21%0A%0ASincerely%2C]. ❤️ Love the cause? Our mission is to provide grants and supplemental awards to research scientists and organizations that have a broader societal impact. 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Meet the Science with Impact Team!

💡 How can mentorship, collaboration, and balance shape not just scientific careers, but whole communities of future researchers? IIn this behind-the-scenes conversation, host Dr. Vanessa Rosa sits down with two key members of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Science with Impact Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.sciencewithimpact.org/tag/podcast/] team, —Yasmina Demaj [https://www.linkedin.com/in/yasmina-alaboudy/], Strategic Science Communicator, and Rafael Fernanz [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafaelfernanz/] , Video Producer—to explore how and why the team approaches science communication differently. From designing audience-first messaging to helping researchers feel comfortable on camera, this episode breaks down how the team measures societal change through the SDD framework [https://www.sciencewithimpact.org/designingbroaderimpacts/]—Scale, Depth, Duration—and why clarity, trust, and connection are more valuable than views or prestige. 🤔 Who is this for? 1. Researchers & faculty rethinking what meaningful outreach looks like—and how to measure it. 2. SciComm professionals designing strategy, messaging, or media that drives connection, not just clicks. 3. Students & early-career scientists learning how to show up on camera and explain their work with purpose. 📋 What is it about? Together the Science with Impact Team unpacks what it really takes to communicate science with clarity and purpose—from writing for impact to producing engaging, trust-centered videos. The conversation dives into how their team supports researchers in sharing stories that move beyond prestige metrics and toward long-term, measurable change. 🔑 Key Takeaway: Impactful science communication starts with intention. By grounding your message in real-world relevance—and designing with your audience in mind—you can create clarity, trust, and connection that last far beyond the screen. ⌚️ Time Stamps 00:00 Introduction to the Team 00:12 The Shift from Prestige to Purpose 01:13 Behind the Scenes: Meet the Team 02:32 Personal Journeys into Science Communication 03:45 The Role of Science in Our Lives 05:50 Visual Storytelling in Science 08:17 Simplifying Science for the Public 12:31 The SDD Framework for Measuring Impact 18:30 Challenges in Measuring Human Change 28:21 The Future of Science Communication 34:18 Podcast Goals and Aspirations 📣 Guests Rafael Fernanz [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafaelfernanz/] — Award-Winning Director and Video Producer; Founder of Cinematic Memories [https://www.cinematicmemories.us/] Yasmina Demaj — Strategic Science Communicator, [https://www.sciencewithimpact.org/author/yasminademaj/] STEM Equity Researcher Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vanessa Rosa, Ph.D⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessarosaphd/]., is the founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Science with Impact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.sciencewithimpact.org/], where we partner with research organizations to translate STEM advancements into measurable societal benefits beyond academia. 🙌🏽 Want to collaborate? If you know of a research organization seeking support in: 1. Measuring (program evaluation, statistics/data analysis, and reporting) or 2. Communicating (illustration/animation, data visualization, and presentations) the impact of their STEM research, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here to connect them with Dr. Rosa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [vanessarosa@sciencewithimpact.org?subject=I%20thought%20of%20you%20as%20soon%20as%20I%20saw%20this&body=Dear%20Colleague%2C%0A%0AMay%20I%20introduce%20you%20to%20Dr.%20Rosa%20at%20Science%20with%20Impact%3F%20Her%20company%20and%20nonprofit%20help%20research%20scientists%20measure%20and%20communicate%20the%20broader%20societal%20impacts%20of%20their%20work.%20I%20thought%20of%20you%20as%20soon%20as%20I%20heard%21%0A%0ASincerely%2C]. ❤️ Love the cause? Our mission is to provide grants and supplemental awards to research scientists and organizations that have a broader societal impact. To support this mission, we've established a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nonprofit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.sciencewithimpact.org/nonprofit/]. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click this link to donate to a specific initiative⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://givebutter.com/sciencewithimpact]. 🙌🏽 Enjoying the content? Here are 3 things you can do to help other research scientists see this content: 1. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to subscribe to the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.sciencewithimpact.org/#/portal/signup] and receive case studies, conversations, and resources for broadening the societal impacts of STEM research. 2. Subscribe to or review our podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@vanessarosaphd], ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-with-impact/id1807391432], ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://open.spotify.com/show/0vNW0WWFDslyB6K8EkCoT8], or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://substack.com/@vanessarosaphd] to help others interested in impactful science find us! 3. Do you know someone who embodies the phrase "impactful scientist?" If so, please click here to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nominate a speaker⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://sciencewithimpact.notion.site/nominations]. Thank you for all you do to broaden the societal impacts of STEM research. Sincerely, The Team at Science with Impact

The Power of Mentorship in Science: A Conversation with Dr. Valeria De La Rosa-Reyes

💡 How can mentorship, collaboration, and balance shape not just scientific careers, but whole communities of future researchers? In this episode of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Science with Impact Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.sciencewithimpact.org/tag/podcast/], we are joined by Dr. Valeria De La Rosa-Reyes, a Puerto Rican anatomist, professor, and neuroscientist researcher at the University of Puerto Rico–Bayamón. From her early curiosity on her grandmother’s farm to leading her own lab, Dr. Valeria shares how mentorship, resilience, and joy have guided her journey in STEM. She reflects on why good collaborators are essential in the first years of a career, how undergraduates can take ownership of real research, and why balance and authenticity matter just as much as publications. 🤔 Who is this for? 1. Graduate and early-career scientists navigating the pressures of funding, collaboration, and building a sustainable career. 2. Undergraduate educators and mentors who want practical ways to bring research into the classroom and spark curiosity. 3. Scientists committed to broader impacts—those interested in how mentorship, collaboration, and joy can shape resilient research communities. 📋 What is it about? Dr. Valeria De La Rosa-Reyes shares how resilience, mentorship, and joy have shaped her path as a scientist and educator. She reflects on the power of early research experiences, the value of supportive collaborators, and the responsibility of fostering the next generation of scientists. 🔑 Key Takeaway: Science isn’t just about experiments, it’s about people. By prioritizing mentorship, balance, and collaboration, we can create labs and classrooms where curiosity thrives, undergraduates grow into confident scientists, and research connects meaningfully to society. ⌚️ Time Stamps 00:00 Introduction and Importance of Good Collaborators 00:49 Welcome to the Podcast 01:05 Meet Dr. Valeria 02:47 Dr. Valeria's Journey into Science 04:39 The Joy of Teaching 06:22 Challenges and Advice for Early Career Researchers 08:03 Building a Community of Mentorship 10:35 Collaborators: Good vs. Bad 12:44 Introducing Undergraduates to Research 14:37 Exciting Experiences at the Allen Institute 23:33 Impactful Mentoring Experiences 25:25 Humor and Bonding in the Lab 27:18 Conclusion and Next Guest 📣 Guest Dr. Valeria De La Rosa-Reyes [https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriadelarosareyes/?locale=es_ES] | Anatomist, Neuroscientist, and Professor, University of Puerto Rico–Bayamón Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vanessa Rosa, Ph.D⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessarosaphd/]., is the founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Science with Impact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.sciencewithimpact.org/], where we partner with research organizations to translate STEM advancements into measurable societal benefits beyond academia. 🙌🏽 Want to collaborate? If you know of a research organization seeking support in: 1. Measuring (program evaluation, statistics/data analysis, and reporting) or 2. Communicating (illustration/animation, data visualization, and presentations) the impact of their STEM research, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here to connect them with Dr. Rosa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [vanessarosa@sciencewithimpact.org?subject=I%20thought%20of%20you%20as%20soon%20as%20I%20saw%20this&body=Dear%20Colleague%2C%0A%0AMay%20I%20introduce%20you%20to%20Dr.%20Rosa%20at%20Science%20with%20Impact%3F%20Her%20company%20and%20nonprofit%20help%20research%20scientists%20measure%20and%20communicate%20the%20broader%20societal%20impacts%20of%20their%20work.%20I%20thought%20of%20you%20as%20soon%20as%20I%20heard%21%0A%0ASincerely%2C]. ❤️ Love the cause? Our mission is to provide grants and supplemental awards to research scientists and organizations that have a broader societal impact. To support this mission, we've established a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nonprofit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.sciencewithimpact.org/nonprofit/]. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click this link to donate to a specific initiative⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://givebutter.com/sciencewithimpact]. 🙌🏽 Enjoying the content? Here are 3 things you can do to help other research scientists see this content: 1. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to subscribe to the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.sciencewithimpact.org/#/portal/signup] and receive case studies, conversations, and resources for broadening the societal impacts of STEM research. 2. Subscribe to or review our podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@vanessarosaphd], ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-with-impact/id1807391432], ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://open.spotify.com/show/0vNW0WWFDslyB6K8EkCoT8], or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://substack.com/@vanessarosaphd] to help others interested in impactful science find us! 3. Do you know someone who embodies the phrase "impactful scientist?" If so, please click here to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nominate a speaker⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://sciencewithimpact.notion.site/nominations]. Thank you for all you do to broaden the societal impacts of STEM research. Sincerely, The Team at Science with Impact

Fun-Sized Physics: Making Science Click with Jocelyn Bosley

💡 How can we move beyond just explaining science to creating experiences that invite curiosity and connection? In this episode of the ⁠⁠⁠Science with Impact Podcast⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.sciencewithimpact.org/tag/podcast/], In this episode of Science with Impact, Jocelyn Bosley, Research Impact Coordinator at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, shares how projects like Fun Size Physics help make science more accessible and engaging. With a background spanning physics and science communication, Jocelyn highlights the importance of broader impacts, defining audiences, and mentoring the next generation of scientists. 🤔 Who is this for? 1. Science communicators and impact leaders ready to turn complex research into stories that spark curiosity and connection. 2. Researchers and educators who want to rekindle their love for science while making their work accessible and meaningful. 3. Students and mentors eager to embrace interdisciplinary thinking and discover the human side of STEM. 📋 What is it about? Jocelyn shares how her journey fuels her passion for connecting people with science. Through Fun-Sized Physics, she shows how interdisciplinary perspectives, storytelling, and even poetry can make complex physics accessible and inspiring. 🔑 Key Takeaway: Science isn’t one-size-fits-all. With storytelling, metaphors, and audience-focused communication, researchers can spark curiosity, share wonder, and show that there’s a science for everyone. ⌚️ Time Stamps 00:00 Introduction: The Love for Science 00:37 Welcome to the Podcast 00:52 Meet Jocelyn Bosley 01:18 The Importance of Broader Impacts 04:27 Discovering a Passion for Science 10:23 The Marshmallow Experiment and Delayed Gratification 11:48 Interdisciplinary Perspectives in Science 16:29 Fun Size Physics: Bridging Gaps in Science Communication 17:44 Condensed Matter Physics: More Than Meets the Eye 21:42 The Impact of Poetry and Physics 21:58 Understanding Condensed Matter Physics 23:11 Translating Complex Science for General Audiences 24:38 Using AI to Aid Science Communication 26:26 Balancing Accuracy and Precision in Science Communication 28:20 The Importance of Audience in Communication 31:26 Objectivity and Passion in Science 36:27 The Role of Mentorship in Science 44:33 Closing Thoughts and Future Guests 📣 Guest ⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattwilkinsphd/]Jocelyn Bosley — Research Impact Coordinator, University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Curator, Fun Size Physics [https://funsizephysics.com/] Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vanessa Rosa, Ph.D⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessarosaphd/]., is the founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Science with Impact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.sciencewithimpact.org/], where we partner with research organizations to translate STEM advancements into measurable societal benefits beyond academia. 🙌🏽 Want to collaborate? If you know of a research organization seeking support in: 1. Measuring (program evaluation, statistics/data analysis, and reporting) or 2. Communicating (illustration/animation, data visualization, and presentations) the impact of their STEM research, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here to connect them with Dr. Rosa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [vanessarosa@sciencewithimpact.org?subject=I%20thought%20of%20you%20as%20soon%20as%20I%20saw%20this&body=Dear%20Colleague%2C%0A%0AMay%20I%20introduce%20you%20to%20Dr.%20Rosa%20at%20Science%20with%20Impact%3F%20Her%20company%20and%20nonprofit%20help%20research%20scientists%20measure%20and%20communicate%20the%20broader%20societal%20impacts%20of%20their%20work.%20I%20thought%20of%20you%20as%20soon%20as%20I%20heard%21%0A%0ASincerely%2C]. ❤️ Love the cause? Our mission is to provide grants and supplemental awards to research scientists and organizations that have a broader societal impact. To support this mission, we've established a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nonprofit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.sciencewithimpact.org/nonprofit/]. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click this link to donate to a specific initiative⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://givebutter.com/sciencewithimpact]. 🙌🏽 Enjoying the content? Here are 3 things you can do to help other research scientists see this content: 1. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to subscribe to the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.sciencewithimpact.org/#/portal/signup] and receive case studies, conversations, and resources for broadening the societal impacts of STEM research. 2. Subscribe to or review our podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@vanessarosaphd], ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-with-impact/id1807391432], ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://open.spotify.com/show/0vNW0WWFDslyB6K8EkCoT8], or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://substack.com/@vanessarosaphd] to help others interested in impactful science find us! 3. Do you know someone who embodies the phrase "impactful scientist?" If so, please click here to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nominate a speaker⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://sciencewithimpact.notion.site/nominations]. Thank you for all you do to broaden the societal impacts of STEM research. Sincerely, The Team at Science with Impact