Nothing in science has any value to society if it is not communicated.
Our Services
We provide training, content, branding, and outreach to amplify the impact of your science.
Science Communication Training
Our training courses equip scientific professionals with critical science communication skills.
- Storytelling for Scientists Learn to communicate research effectively through engaging narratives tailored to diverse audiences.
- How to Create a Successful Science Blog Master the art of writing accessible and impactful blogs to share your science with a wider audience.
- Grant Writing Workshop Develop compelling grant proposals with clear messaging, impactful visuals, and effective outreach strategies.
Content Creation:
Blogs, Podcasts and Press Releases
We craft compelling content to ensure your research or innovation reaches and resonates with the right audiences.
- Blogs: Translate complex research into engaging blog posts that broaden your reach and amplify your impact.
- Podcasts: Inspire and inform through professionally produced podcast episodes that connect your science with a wide audience.
- Press Releases: Professionally written press releases that capture attention and communicate your achievements to media and stakeholders.
Scientific Communication
Material Development
We create tailored communication materials to elevate the visibility and impact of your scientific projects.
- Logos and Brand Identity: Establish a professional identity that reflects the mission and goals of your research initiatives.
- Infographics: Develop visually engaging tools to simplify and communicate complex scientific concepts effectively.
- Presentation Templates: Create polished, customizable slides to showcase your project’s objectives, results, and impact.
- Event and Outreach Materials: Poster Designs, banners, and brochures to highlight your project’s significance at conferences, public events, and stakeholder meetings.
Outreach and Stakeholder Engagement
Maximize your impact with strategies that connect you to the audiences that matter most.
- Tailored outreach plans to engage with policymakers,
industry or the general public. - Strategic support and moderation of stakeholder events.
- Development of educational material and lesson plans for schools.
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News & Blogs
Here you can read some updates on our latest activities, projects, and the topics that drive our passion for science communication!
TEAM
Science Matters was founded in 2011 by molecular biologists Dr. Eva Brinkman and Dr. Nadine Bongaerts with the aim to help researchers and organisations to effectively communicate science.
Over the past 13 years, Science Matters has supported a wide variety of outreach & communication projects. From organising public debates and developing science education, to supporting deep tech companies and training scientists in translating complicated research in
a meaningful and engaging way!
Over the past 13 years, Science Matters has supported a wide variety of outreach & communication projects. From organising public debates and developing science education, to supporting deep tech companies and training scientists in translating complicated research in
a meaningful and engaging way!
Dr. Nadine Bongaerts
Dr. Eva BrinkmanNadine Bongaerts is a true connector between science, society and business. For the past 10+ years, she has combined a career in science, with science outreach / communication as well as building ecosystems for deeptech entrepreneurship. She obtained her bachelor and master degrees in Life Sciences & Technology from Leiden University & Delft University of Technology, and graduated with the highest honors from her Ph.D. in synthetic biology (University Paris Descartes). During her thesis research, she developed novel biotechnologies to find new antibiotics against tuberculosis. Moreover she is a board member for the international deeptech organisation Hello Tomorrow and a professional international speaker for amongst others Singularity University. Nadine is passionate about developing powerful communication strategies and establishing strong connections between stakeholders to support science innovation.
Dr. Eva Brinkman
Dr. Eva Brinkman
Eva Brinkman is an experienced and passionate science communicator. She studied Life Science & Technology at Delft University of Technology & University Leiden. Next, she performed here Ph.D. at the Netherlands Cancer Institute Antoni van Leeuwenhoek in Amsterdam working on chromatin biology and genome editing and graduated cum laude. She co-developed a CRISPR/Cas assessment tool and was awarded with AVL award 2018 and BioSB Young Investigator Award 2019. Eva is a creative translator of complex science, an excellent educator for a wide variety of audiences, and an effective coach for scientific presentations.
Meet Our Experts
Our Science Matters Experts are always up for a challenge. Together, they offer a broad variety of expertises to match your specific needs.
Contact Us
Science Matters is active in several European countries.
We accept international projects in Dutch, English or French.
We accept international projects in Dutch, English or French.
Locations
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Paris, France
Stockholm, Sweden
Paris, France
Stockholm, Sweden
Call us
+33 6 52 57 95 08 (France)
+31 6 55 93 87 33 (Netherlands)
Mail us
Feel free to send us your message to
info@science-matters.eu
info@science-matters.eu