EICOS, the European Initiative for Communicators of Science, again invites
journalists from european countries into its ?Hands-on Laboratory" and to
the ?Extended Assignments".
The programme is aimed at journalists with a wide range of backgrounds and
interests who wish to gather first-hand experience of techniques of
molecular biology, to discuss their wider implications for the society with
researchers, to gain contacts for future stories, and to meet colleagues
from different media and different countries.
At the heart of the programme is the ?Hands-on Laboratory", conducted at
the Max Planck Institute for Biophysical Chemistry in Göttingen, Germany.
Journalists spend eight days working with scientists on actual projects,
using state-of-the-art molecular biology methods. During evening events,
journalists are encouraged to discuss issues of public understanding of
science with researchers and with their colleagues. A social programme
provides opportunities to enjoy Göttingen and its surroundings.
The next ?Hands-on Laboratory" will take place from April 24th to May 1st
1999.
Following the ?Hands-on Laboratory" journalists are encouraged to spend up
to two weeks in an ?Extended Laboratory Assignment" in which they are
invited into selected laboratories of the Max Planck Institute in Göttingen
as well as other leading research institutions in Europe.
All costs of the programme, including board and travel of the journalists
are borne by EICOS.
Professional journalists from any European country (including Israel) and
working for any print or electronic media can apply, including freelancers.
Scientific background is not required, and generalists with an interest in
research are also encouraged to apply. Reasonable competence in English is,
however, mandatory, as all activities are carried out in English.
Deadline for application: February 1st 1999.
Application form and further information:
Dorothee Wegener
Forum für Wissenschaft und Technik
Königsallee 9
D-37081 Göttingen
Tel +49-551/5472731, Fax +49-551/5472727
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Karen John-Pierre, Information Officer, The Wellcome Trust,
183 Euston Road, London NW1 2BE, UK.
Email [log in to unmask]
Tel: + 44 (0)171 611 8510 Fax: +44 (0)171 611 8726
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