On May 21st, from 5.30 to 7 pm at Sala Bobi Bazlen, Palazzo Gopcevich, Via G. Rossini 4, Trieste
This roundtable discussion aims to investigates the strategies and mechanisms crucial for enhancing public engagement in citizen science, science communication, and open science initiatives.
The round table will be divided into two sessions, one in Italian and one in English. In the first one, the discussion will focus on the key themes of the meeting (public engagement/citizen science, science communication and open science), exploring the most significant issues. In the second part, the focus will be on best practices of citizen science with the experiences of some early research careers and on the role of public engagement concerning stakeholder involvement to stimulate a debate involving the public.
Recognizing the pivotal role early research careers play in shaping the future of science and fostering public confidence in science issues, the discussion aims to identify and discuss best practices according to their specific problems and needs.
Citizen science, science communication, and open science are fundamental tools for engaging the public in scientific activities, promoting transparency, and developing collaborations between citizens and the scientific world. In this respect, early research careers play a central role in shaping the future of science and promoting public knowledge and trust on these themes.
Moderator:
Dr. Alessandro Carrieri, T4EU-T4ERI projects, University of Trieste
- Institutional greetings:
Prof. Alberto Pallavicini, Rector Delegate for T4EU
- Part 1 – Public engagement, science communication, open science and citizen science.
Prof. Stefano Martellos, University of Trieste
Prof. Andrea Cerroni, University of Milano-Bicocca
Dr. Federica Sgorbissa, Medialab Sissa
- Part 2 – Best practices for fostering public engagement and citizen science
Prof. Tullia Catalan, University of Trieste
Dr, Anna Krekic, Castello di San Giusto and Risiera di San Sabba, Municipality of Trieste
Dr. Chiara Vitillo, The University of Siena
Dr. Katia Rupel, University of Trieste