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The future of science journalism: AI, trust and democracy
Artificial intelligence is transforming the way information is created, distributed and consumed. Newsrooms are experimenting with AI-powered tools, audiences are increasingly exposed to algorithmically curated content, and concerns about misinformation continue to grow. At the same time, public trust in institutions, media and scientific expertise is being tested. In this rapidly evolving landscape, science journalism ...
ESMH Summer School 2026: the human side of AI in science media
Four days, six interactive sessions, fifty science communicators from nineteen Member States: the 2026 European Science-Media Hub (ESMH) Summer School set the stage to discuss the use of artificial intelligence and ethics in science journalism. The 2026 ESMH Summer School took place at the European Parliament in Brussels from 22 to 25 June 2026. Young ...
ESMH Summer School – ‘Science Communication in the Digital Age’
Science journalism is undergoing a profound transformation in the digital era. While new technologies offer exciting possibilities to reach wider audiences, they also come with drawbacks- from spreading disinformation and polarising the public opinion, to eroding trust in science. These challenges have become crucial for science journalists in Europe. The 2025 European Science-Media Hub (ESMH) ...
ESMH Summer School 2025 in a nutshell
From 24 -26 June 2025, young journalists from across Europe came together at the European Parliament in Brussels for the European Science-Media Hub (ESMH) Summer School “Science Communication in the Digital Age”. Over the course of three days, participants engaged in expert panels, seminars, and hands-on workshops exploring the challenges and opportunities of communicating science ...
ESMH Summer School 24-26 June 2025
Young journalists from across Europe gathered in the European Parliament in Brussels on 24-26 June 2025 for the European Science-Media Hub (ESMH) Summer School on ‘Science communication in the digital age’: three days of workshops, seminars and panels with experienced science journalists and experts to learn how to navigate the challenges and opportunities of science communication. Watch the opening and closing sessions online. ...
Elisabetta Tola: ‘We need spaces to learn, share, and reflect together’
Elisabetta Tola is a science, data, and investigative journalist. She is the co-founder and editor-in-chief of Facta.eu, an Italian independent media outlet that applies the scientific method to journalism and promotes science journalism as a cornerstone of democratic participation. Elisabetta is also the CEO of formicablu, an Italian science communication and multimedia production agency, and ...
ESMH Summer School 2025: ‘Science communication in the digital age’ – Programme
On 24-26 June 2025, the European Science-Media Hub (ESMH) of the European Parliament is organising a Summer School in Brussels on 'Science Communication in the Digital Age'. Young journalists between 18 and 39 years old have been invited following a call for application published earlier this year. The three-day event will include workshops, panels and ...
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Are you passionate about science and technology and do you like to translate complex concepts into accessible and engaging stories? Then apply to our Call for Expression of Interest (CEI) for experts in the field of science communication! (EP Reference: EPRS/ESMH/SER/25/002CEI) The European Science-Media Hub (ESMH) of the European Parliament is looking for experienced science ...