Science communication is a sub-field of media and communications research, that seeks to explore and theorise the multiple connections between science, society and communications technologies.
The focus of the Centre is to study the role of communications in connecting scientific research with the broader project of social justice and engaged publics, and to action-research best practice in communications modalities that serve the advancement of scientific knowledge.
The DSTI-NRF South African Research Chair in Science Communication, housed within the Centre, was allocated to Stellenbosch University in 2015 and was hosted at CREST until 2022. The Chair is now hosted at the Department of Journalism.
In addition to an active and productive research programme the Centre can support postgraduate students specialising in science communication through NRF-linked studentships. Through collaborations, we are developing new teaching programmes.
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The Academic Citizen: An Agulhas Journey
The 8th and special season of The Academic Citizen focuses on Prof Iqani’s month-long adventure aboard the grand SA Agulhas II, South Africa’s National Scientific Research ship, as she travels south to Marion Island and embarks on the Agulhas Journey. Take a listen ➔
sea_ice: FicSci 03 Anthology Now Out
The latest edition of the FicSci anthology series, sea_ice, has been released. The anthology features stories, poems, essays, and scripts from eleven creative writers who participated in our third FicSci workshop. The works are centred on the theme of the Antarctic. You can download the anthology for free or order a copy. Download ➔
ICA Pre-Conference: Call for Papers
We invite submissions from scholars, practitioners, and postgraduate researchers exploring science communication, public engagement, and research communication in diverse contexts under the theme, “The ‘Dark Side’ of Social Conversations Around Science: Contemporary Challenges and Potential Solutions for Science Communication.” Deadline: 2 Feb 2026. Read on ➔
Humusha: Art+Science
Humusha is an art-science platform where scientific researchers can connect with talented creatives to communicate their groundbreaking research in innovative ways! Connect with a creative today Read on ➔