Nauka ma Głos - zaproszenie do projektu Centrum Nauki Kopernik i MNSiW

The Copernicus Science Centre is once again looking for individuals involved in science who are willing to talk about their work and share research results with a broad audience. During science communication workshops, participants will have the opportunity to develop their skills, explore different methods of audience interaction, and test which formats are most engaging.

About the project:
“Science Has a Voice” is a joint initiative of the Copernicus Science Centre and the Minister of Science and Higher Education. Its main goal is to increase public trust in science, primarily by improving communication between scientists and society. More information about the project is available at the provided link.

Participants will meet with visitors at the Copernicus Science Centre in Warsaw and in Science Exploration, Imagination and Activity Zones (SOWA) across Poland. The impact of these meetings on public attitudes towards science will be evaluated by Copernicus experts.

No prior public speaking experience is required. What matters is passion, creativity, commitment, and openness to new challenges.

Apply if you would like to:

• talk about science with people who are not professionally involved in it,
• learn engaging ways of presenting research and scientific knowledge,
• share your personal experience in science,
• contribute to a better understanding of what builds trust in science.

Eligibility criteria:

• a higher education degree (at least a Master’s degree),
• active involvement in research or completion of research activity no earlier than 12 months before application submission (including both independent and team-based research),
• willingness to travel (meetings will take place in SOWA centres across Poland),
• excellent command of Polish, both spoken and written.

How to apply:
Complete the application form and submit a video (max. 3 minutes, recorded on a phone) in Polish in which you:

• present your research or field of expertise (as if speaking to families with children),
• propose a topic and outline how you would conduct the meeting, including audience engagement,
• explain how the topic relates to your research.

Videos will be evaluated based on:

• clarity and simplicity of communication,
• substantive value,
• level of engagement.

Applications are open from 26 January to 9 February 2026.

The project will involve 25 scientists. Participants will receive remuneration for their work with the public, and accommodation and travel costs will be covered.

For inquiries: naukamaglos@kopernik.org.pl

“Science Has a Voice” is implemented and funded under the joint programme of the Minister of Science and Higher Education and the Copernicus Science Centre titled “Science for You.” The programme is financed through a grant from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education under the agreement of 23 October 2023 (No. MEiN/2023/DPI/3079).