Public engagement with science: a practical guide

Journal of Science Communication 2026 Open access

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Authors: Kiran Tomas van den Brande, Emmy Vrieling, Arnoud Theodoor Evers, Frank H. de Jong
DOI: 10.22323/385120260218130220
Cited by: 1

Abstract

Public engagement with science has gained institutional prominence while remaining conceptually fragmented and difficult to operationalise. This review evaluates Public Engagement with Science by Angela Potochnik and Melissa Jacquart as a field-level intervention addressing this condition. The book offers an interdisciplinary, pedagogically grounded framework for understanding, designing, and institutionalising public engagement. More steps regarding its theorization can be made, but the plentitude of strengths lies in conceptual integration and practical design.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Climate Change Communication and Perception Service-Learning and Community Engagement Science Education and Pedagogy

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Science Communication
Publisher
Sissa Medialab Srl
Volume
25
Issue
3
Publication date
30 March 2026
Language
EN