October 2017 PMID 28624601

The Manchester Fly Facility: Implementing an objective-driven long-term science communication initiative.

Sanjai Patel, Andreas Prokop

Mentions

12
Peak: 5 in May 2021
across 4 sources since Apr 2021

Extended reach

33,724
potential audience

Total likes

38

Video views

255

Mentions per month

Apr 2021 – May 2021

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter5 posts
  • Blogs4 articles
  • Facebook2 posts
  • YouTube1 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

Discussions highlight the difficulty of communicating basic research to the public and mention strategies to improve engagement, as seen in comments about Andreas Prokop’s presentation on overcoming challenges. The tone is analytical and slightly optimistic, emphasizing the importance of science communication despite obstacles.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The posts acknowledge the challenges and importance of communicating basic research like Drosophila studies, showing mixed levels of agreement with the publication's approach.

InterestModerate interest

Participants demonstrate a moderate interest in science communication strategies, especially highlighted by discussions about overcoming engagement challenges.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts reference specific efforts and strategies from the article and presentation, indicating a meaningful level of engagement.

ImpactNeutral impact

Although participants recognize the importance, there is limited discussion on the broader impact of the initiative, leading to a neutral impact score.

Abstract in brief

  • The Manchester Fly Facility is implementing a long-term, goal-focused science communication program to raise public awareness about Drosophila research, despite limited budgets and time constraints faced by scientists.
  • The initiative is designed around a vision of creating a network of engaged communities including students, the general public, and fellow scientists, to increase the reach and impact of science communication efforts over time.
  • Their multifaceted approach includes educational resources, public outreach events, online content, and professional dissemination strategies, all aimed at gradually building a sustainable and impactful science communication ecosystem.

Top posts

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Genetics Society of America
@GeneticsGSA · X

Unlike medical research directly relevant to people’s life quality, communicating basic #Drosophila research is far more challenging. In this #Dros21 presentation, Andreas Prokop shares how to conquer some of the challenges to improve engagement. https://t.co/yJdFk3DEXh @Poppi62 https://t.co/UddgscYf3J

May 18, 2021 · 36 likes · 12 shares · 26,743 followers View post →
Tristan A F Long
@thelonglab · X

RT @GeneticsGSA: Unlike medical research directly relevant to people’s life quality, communicating basic #Drosophila research is far more c…

May 18, 2021 · 12 shares · 3,106 followers View post →
Drosophila Research and Training Centre
@DrosophilaRTC · X

RT @GeneticsGSA: Unlike medical research directly relevant to people’s life quality, communicating basic #Drosophila research is far more c…

May 18, 2021 · 12 shares · 1,716 followers View post →
Cahir O'Kane
@OKaneCahir · X

RT @GeneticsGSA: Unlike medical research directly relevant to people’s life quality, communicating basic #Drosophila research is far more c…

May 18, 2021 · 12 shares · 1,656 followers View post →

All mentions

Leanne Dibbens (Prior)
@leanne_dibbens · X

RT @GeneticsGSA: Unlike medical research directly relevant to people’s life quality, communicating basic #Drosophila research is far more c…

May 18, 2021 · 12 shares · 128 followers View post →
Cahir O'Kane
@OKaneCahir · X

RT @GeneticsGSA: Unlike medical research directly relevant to people’s life quality, communicating basic #Drosophila research is far more c…

May 18, 2021 · 12 shares · 1,656 followers View post →
Tristan A F Long
@thelonglab · X

RT @GeneticsGSA: Unlike medical research directly relevant to people’s life quality, communicating basic #Drosophila research is far more c…

May 18, 2021 · 12 shares · 3,106 followers View post →
Drosophila Research and Training Centre
@DrosophilaRTC · X

RT @GeneticsGSA: Unlike medical research directly relevant to people’s life quality, communicating basic #Drosophila research is far more c…

May 18, 2021 · 12 shares · 1,716 followers View post →
Genetics Society of America
@GeneticsGSA · X

Unlike medical research directly relevant to people’s life quality, communicating basic #Drosophila research is far more challenging. In this #Dros21 presentation, Andreas Prokop shares how to conquer some of the challenges to improve engagement. https://t.co/yJdFk3DEXh @Poppi62 https://t.co/UddgscYf3J

May 18, 2021 · 36 likes · 12 shares · 26,743 followers View post →