26 May 2021
by: Lauren Boyer
The SciLine team takes an ice cream break after running a 3-day boot camp for reporters. Photo courtesy of the SciLine family.
Reporters and scientists have a lot in common, including their relentless commitment to uncovering facts through methodical observation and questioning. At the same time, the two groups can sometimes find themselves with different priorities and perspectives.
Journalists often work on same-day deadlines writing stories intended for broad audiences. When they reach out to interview a scientist, however, they may find that their anticipated source is hesitant to speak, sometimes out of fear of being misquoted, or might offer a response too jargon-laced to use – if they’re even available on such short notice.