Publication

Communicating about science in the setting of a forest, grove of trees, or chaparral can bring people with very different experiences together in unexpected and, sometimes, highly productive ways. The language of science translated and brought to non-scientists can transform confusion into understanding. When communicated well – whether in a forest, in a meeting room, or across the miles electronically – science information helps people sort out complex situations and changing conditions related to forests.

This manual was written to help scientists and professional communicators in their communication efforts with people outside of the scientific community. It may also be helpful to research administrators as they consider improvements in the communications of their organizations.