Metaphors for science communication.

“Perhaps universal history is the different intonation that a handful of metaphors gives us.” — Jorge Luis Borges

Theme

Science Communication

Public

Communicators, science communicators, educators, healthcare professionals

Duration

90-minute sessions

Synopsis

It is a theoretical-practical training where participants will build, with practical examples, metaphors that help them convey complex scientific concepts.

Highly interactive sessions in which participants are invited to reflect on the use of metaphor in science. Together, we will explore the potential of metaphor and narrative language in transmitting knowledge and how we can use it for the dissemination of scientific concepts in the field of life and health sciences, utilizing the resources and tools provided by the performing and creative arts.

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