The 2014 Science Communication Conference, 1-2 May at the University of Surrey, brings together science communicators for networking and discussion.

What Is It?

The Science Communication Conference is an annual event, bringing together a diverse range of science communicators to meet each other, get new skills and discuss the biggest issues in public engagement.

The Conference contains a mixture of sessions including inspiring plenary sessions and a selection of parallel sessions from which you can choose most relevant for you.

Some examples of the sessions being offered this year are:

• The role of design in science communication – looking at how design can be used to enhance the way that we look at public engagement
• Take it on the chin – how to give and receive feedback – explore how others deal with feedback and what techniques we can borrow
• How did science get funny? – A panel of science comedy practitioners will look at where the trend of science comedy has come from and where it might be going

You can take a look at the programme and discover the rest of the sessions that this year's Conference has to offer.

Why Should I Attend?

Asides from the networking opportunities within the field of science communication, the Conference also offers the chance to:

• Develop your skills through the ‘Do It’ strand
• Find out more about projects and best practice through the ‘Discover It’ strand
• Debate the important issues through the ‘Discuss It’ strand
• Pre-Conference mixer and social events to meet other delegates

How Do I Attend?

You can book a place to attend the conference online. The Conference will be held at the University of Surrey, Guildford on 1 and 2 May 2014. There is an entrance fee, although bursaries are being offered to those who would not otherwise be able to attend the conference.