Join Dan and his sister-in-law Hanna, as they chat about how science works. With their unique perspectives as a professor and a teacher, they break down complex...
In this episode, Hanna and Dan discuss the world of academic publishing and the accessibility of scientific knowledge. They begin by talking about how traditional barriers, like paywalls, have historically kept scientific journals out of reach for most people, and how electronic journals are starting to change that landscape.As they continue, Hanna and Dan explain the complexities of the peer review process, revealing why it can take a long time for research to be published and the challenges faced with journal submissions. They also touch on how preprints and open access are helping to make research more widely available, while considering the role of peer review in ensuring the quality of scientific work (but not all the time!) and acknowledging how abstracts can sometimes mislead.They also offer practical tips on finding academic resources using platforms like Google Scholar and PubMed. Dan also shares a story about an unexpected collaboration that emerged from the preprint process. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Citizen science and peer review
In this episode we introduce who we are and discuss Hanna's experiences as a science teacher. We cover how the lay public can get involved in scientific data collection (also known as citizen science) and how the Frontiers for Young Minds journal gets school students involved in scientific peer review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join Dan and his sister-in-law Hanna, as they chat about how science works. With their unique perspectives as a professor and a teacher, they break down complex concepts, making science both accessible and fun. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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