Research Design and Communication Workshop Series

RDC Workshop Series

Embark on a journey of scientific discovery and effective communication

Designed for both aspiring researchers and seasoned scientists, this series delves into the intricacies of performing impactful research and conveying its significance to diverse audiences. Uncover the art of formulating research questions, designing rigorous methodologies, and interpreting results with precision. Simultaneously, master the art of clear and compelling science communication, honing skills in crafting engaging narratives, designing visual aids, and delivering presentations that resonate. Our workshop series provides a dynamic platform to cultivate expertise in research design and the art of sharing scientific insights.

The series is designed for students, staff, and postdocs within the CSB.

Each workshop consists of an interactive discussion with Center faculty on a given topic.

Networking as a Scientist and Social Media

Instructors: Joshua Leonard and Gabe Rocklin

Friday, June 27th, 2025: 1:30-2:30pm, Evanston Campus

Developing presentations for scientific audiences, elevator pitches for short interactions, and best practices for networking at conferences.

Data Interpretation, Visualization, and Presentation

Instructors: Yogesh Goyal & Ashty Karim

Tuesday, July 15th, 2025: 10:30-11:30am, Chicago Campus

This workshop will cover understanding data collection, statistical significance, data interpretation, reproducibility, using models, and reformulating hypotheses. Additionally, constructing high-impact figures from collected data will be examined.

Science Argumentation in Public Spaces

Instructor: Dylan Brown, PhD Student

Monday, August 4th, 2025: 9:00-10:00am, Evanston Campus

This workshop will focus on engaging with the public about science, how to build arguments about hot scientific topics and how to purposely engage with the public.