How science reaches the public matters. Evidence only saves lives, shapes policy, and drives progress when people understand and believe it.
In this episode of Practical Significance, co-hosts Ron Wasserstein and Donna LaLonde talk with Meaghan Parker of the Council for the Advancement of Science Writing about the changing landscape of science journalism and why accurate, independent reporting remains essential to public understanding and trust.
At its heart, the conversation is about more than communicating numbers. It’s about building trust between the research community, journalists, and the public—and ensuring good science has a path from the lab to the people who need to understand it.
And you won’t want to miss Ron’s traditional Top 10, “The Top Ten Things a Statistician Sees When Reading The Odyssey.”
Our thanks to MedicRes for sponsoring the September episode of “Practical Significance.” The future of healthcare research depends on researchers who combine scientific rigor, methodological excellence, and artificial intelligence. MedicReS announces its Future Research Leaders Fellowship, a seven-month international fellowship designed to prepare the next generation of research leaders. Fellows receive advanced training in research methodology, biostatistics, systematic reviews, meta-analysis, scientific writing, and AI-powered research while working with international mentors and a global network of researchers.
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of MedicReS, the inaugural fellowship is offered at no cost to selected participants. Applications close October 1. Learn more and apply at medicresai.com/fellowship.
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