Webinar date: 16 April 2026
The PCST organised a webinar and speed networking session on artificial intelligence and its growing influence on science communication. Given the scope and complexity of the field, this event marked the beginning of our exploration of the topic, bringing together insights from both practitioners and researchers.
Speakers
Mohamed Elsonbaty Ramadan
Mohamed Elsonbaty Ramadan is an award-winning science journalist and communicator, as well as a science communication and public engagement consultant, trainer, and guest lecturer in AI for science communication and journalism. He brings 15 years of international experience and is the co-founder of the Arab Forum of Science Media and Communication (AFSMC). He is also the founder of SciComm-AI, an innovative initiative dedicated to empowering science communication through the responsible use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI).
Dr Mike Schäfer
Mike Schäfer is a full professor of science communication at the University of Zurich’s Department of Communication and Media Research. He serves as director of the university’s Center for Higher Education and Science Studies and is a member of the German National Academy of Science and Engineering. His research focuses on public science communication on topics such as climate change and emerging technologies, with a particular emphasis on AI.
Ana Godinho (moderator)
The webinar will be moderated by Ana Godinho, PCST Scientific Committee member and Head of Communications and Engagement at the European Spallation Source (ESS).
