Science Communication
Research related to all aspects of science communication.
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The Lamm Lab is thrilled to celebrate the successful defense of Dr. Tatevik Markosyan’s dissertation, “Communicating Impact Evaluation Findings: An Audience-Centered Data Visualization Experiment.” In an age where data is abundant but trust is fragile, how we communicate evaluation findings can make or break public understanding and engagement. Dr. Markosyan’s research tackled a critical question: How can we…
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AgriCurious is a signature podcast of the Lamm Lab exploring agriculture beyond the farm. Whether you’re a consumer, policymaker, student, farmer, or just someone who’s curious about where your food comes from, this podcast is for you. Each episode features real conversations with researchers, farmers, scientists, and decision makers, breaking down the science and stories…
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Scientists are really smart! I feel so fortunate because I have had the opportunity to work alongside and speak with some of the most intelligent hard working innovators throughout my time as an extension agent, specialist and now professor of science communication. Amazing things come from scientific innovation and bright minded scientists with a passion…
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The Lamm lab is excited to share their latest article was just published in Foods! The research was a multi-institutional interdisciplinary achievement based on work conducted for the Real Pork Trust Consortium funded by the National Pork Board. In an era when misinformation runs rampant and scientific innovations in food production grow more complex, communicating…
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Olivia Erskine, a recent graduate of the University of Georgia’s MAEE with a focus in Science Communication, has made significant strides in understanding how climate change intersects with food security and community well-being. Olicia was part of the Lamm Lab at UGA, with research focused on the role of community gardens in adapting to the…
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Dr. Alexa Lamm gave the final presentation at the International Role of Meat and Livestock and Society Summit in Denver, CO on October 31, 2024. Over 150 invited agricultural scientists, producers, media, and allied industry stakeholders were present over the two days where science covering the nutritional, environmental, and social aspects of meat consumption and…
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Over the past eight weeks 15 UGA freshman engaged in a First Year Odyssey seminar with Dr. Alexa Lamm and Dr. Masoud Yazdanpanah where they engaged in creating art using sketching, watercolor, graphic design, poetry and more. While they got to be creative, they also learned valuable lessons regarding diverse perceptions of colors, imagery and…
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The Lamm Lab is excited to be part of an ambitious project funded by the USDA Specialty Crop Research Initiative. The project, led by USDA ARS scientist Dr. Tracy Leskey, brings together a diverse team of researchers and extension specialists from entomology, horticulture, economics, and social science to address the complex pest issues faced by…
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Climate change is reshaping our world, bringing about extreme weather events, intensified droughts and floods, and altered growing seasons. These changes significantly impact horticulture, agriculture, and food systems. States like Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina are experiencing climate-related challenges, including rising sea levels and extreme heat. Amid these challenges, community gardens emerge as vital…
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Lamm Lab team members Catherine Sanders (former), Kristin Gibson, Allison R. Byrd, Tatevik Markosyan, and Alexa J. Lamm worked to identify the best ways to communicate with rural Georgia residents about their health – including increasing physical activity and eating healthier foods – as part of the CDC funded Healthier Together project. Through their efforts,…