Amplifying Research
23. Concise Communication: Dr Agnes Mukurumbira on winning the 3MT Asia-Pacific
23 Sep 2024
View the full show notes, including a summary of practical tips on the Amplifying Research website: https://www.amplifyingresearch.com/podcast/23-dr-agnes-mukurumbira Let's take a deep dive into the art of condensing complex research into presentations that are both concise and compelling. Dr. Agnes Mukurumbira — winner of the 2023 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Asia-Pacific Final and People's Choice — shares her journey to success and breaks down her winning presentation. Agnes is the co-founder of the startup Food Protect and a researcher at Deakin University's CASS Food Research Center. She discusses how winning the 3MT has opened doors and shaped her career, and takes us through the storytelling techniques that have helped with her 3MT and beyond. We break down her 3MT moment-by-moment, pulling out practical takeaways you can apply to your own research communication. Whether you're preparing for a competition like the 3MT, honing your elevator pitch, or simply looking to communicate your research more effectively to laypeople, this episode offers invaluable insights on making your work more accessible. Our conversation covers: The impact of winning the 3MT on Agnes's career and visibility as a researcher Agnes’ process of preparing for the 3MT, including key storytelling techniques Strategies for explaining complex scientific concepts to non-specialist audiences How to structure a compelling short presentation The importance of relatability and using analogies in science communication Balancing technical details with broader impact in presentations Tips for presenting to both live audiences and on camera The value of the competitions like the 3MT in developing crucial science communication skills Find Dr Agnes Mukurumbira online: LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/agnes-mukurumbira-68314798
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