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The study aimed to assess how science communication training impacts knowledge, confidence, and skills among research faculty, staff, and trainees.

211 Effect of implementing communicating science training for research workforce

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The study aimed to assess how science communication training impacts knowledge, confidence, and skills among research faculty, staff, and trainees.
Participants underwent a series of three 3-hour virtual workshops focusing on science communication.
Retrospective pre-post surveys were administered to measure knowledge, confidence, and skills using a 7-point Likert scale.
A 3-month follow-up survey evaluated the sustained application of skills acquired during the workshops.
Participants showed significant improvement in knowledge and confidence, with median scores rising by 1-2 points (P < 0.0001).
In a 3-month follow-up, participants reported applying skills from the Essential workshop (89%-94%) and others (Small Group Coaching 77%-94%, Science Through Narrative 80%-90%).
Most participants found the workshops beneficial and likely to recommend them to peers.

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Randomized trial evaluates improved skills and confidence in science communication among research personnel, indicating positive impacts.

McGinn et al. (2026) studied this question.

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