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D.C. Science Writers Association

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DCSWA (pronounced Duck 🐥-swa) stands for DC Science Writers Association. Follow us if you like #science 🧬 or like #writing or are cool. #scicomm #journalism

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 11h
Join us for an exclusive screening of the award-winning planetarium film REMIXED: The Unexpected Side of Science, followed by Q&A with the film's co-creators Dr. Zakiya Whatley and Dr. Titi Shodiya. Registration: lnkd.in/eGHBrZdh
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Have you registered yet? Join us on October 8 for an insightful conversation on fraud, misconduct, and the challenges facing scientific publishing with Kate Travis of Retraction Watch!
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
October events! Oct 8, 6.30pm: Covering Fraud & Misconduct: Lessons from Retraction Beat w/ Kate Travis tinyurl.com/yzw37z6n Oct 9, 11am: Science Writing Accountability Group tinyurl.com/2m2bfr6b Oct 25, 1pm: Take a Tree Walk in Rock Creek Park w/ science writer Gabe Popkin tinyurl.com/7a5npsmu
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Take a Tree Walk in Rock Creek Park with science writer and former DCSWA president Gabe Popkin. Get to know the spectacular and ecologically important trees growing in our eastern forest, explore the ecology, evolutionary history, & threats faced by our local trees. More info: tinyurl.com/7a5npsmu
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
What can 16 years of covering scientific misconduct teach us about reporting on research integrity? Join us on Oct 8 for a webinar on Covering Fraud and Misconduct: Lessons from the Retraction Beat with Kate Travis, managing editor at Retraction Watch. 6:30–7:30 pm ET. Register: tinyurl.com/3xpa7k8p
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Missed last night’s webinar? The recording is now up on our YouTube channel. Watch it here: youtu.be/MbdFaOysA_E
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Panel: Should you launch an institutional podcast?
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Upcoming events for September! Thurs, 9/10: Should you launch an Institutional Podcast? Join us at 7pm for a virtual panel. Register at: tinyurl.com/3fspkves Friday, 9/11: Stay in check with our Science Writing Accountability Group at 11 a.m. Register at tinyurl.com/2m2bfr6b
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Register here: 🔗 us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Should you launch an institutional podcast?. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
The rise of non-traditional media has left many institutional communicators wondering how many platforms are worth investing their efforts. If you’ve read this far, you’ve probably already heard someo...
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Upcoming webinar: Join us on Thursday, September 10 at 7 p.m. with two podcast veterans who will discuss what it’s like to create and manage a podcast that adds institutional value, setting realistic expectations about what you should know before starting yours.
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Farewell to the AAAS Mass Media Fellows Class of 2026! We wish you luck on your journeys and hope you stay connected to the science writing community! 👋🏼📝
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
Upcoming events for the month of August! Monday, 8/17: Farewell for AAAS 2026 Mass Media Fellows at Lost & Found Bar, 1240 9th St. NW Washington, DC 20001, from 6-8 p.m. tinyurl.com/mrmcw28p Friday, 8/14: Stay in check with our Science Writing Accountability Group. Register at tinyurl.com/4nmarp2k
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
Join us as we bid farewell to AAAS 2026 Mass Media Fellows on Aug 17 at Lost & Found Bar, 6-8pm (Happy Hour). No kitchen at bar; you are welcome to bring food from nearby restaurants. No registration required. dcswa.org/event/aaas-mass-media-fellows-farewell/
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
We had a great time welcoming our newest DCSWA members at Sonny’s Pizza.🍕We’ll see you again for our next social soon, stay alert for our next quacker! 📣
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
July's events! 7/9: Free pizza to welcome new DCSWA members, 6-8 pm at Sonny’s Pizza, 3120 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20010. dcswa.org/event/new-members-welcome-event/ 7/10: Join our Science Writing Accountability Group. us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/bZxK58h7TkeC33eA3iVdkQ#/registration
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Stay in check with our Science Writing Accountability Group! Mornings: Jul 10, Aug 14, Sep 11 at 11 a.m. Register here: 🔗 us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... Afternoons: Jul 24, Aug 28, Sep 25 at 02:00 p.m. Register here: 🔗 us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Upcoming event: Join us for free pizza, meet the board, and welcome some of our new DCSWA members on Thurs, July 9, 6 to 8 p.m. at Sonny's Pizza, a longtime DCSWA favorite with a happy hour that goes until 7 p.m. More: dcswa.org/event/new-members-welcome-event/
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
Throwback to our Geology Tour at the National Mall led by board member Leanne Wiberg. Thank you for an exclusive tour of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. 📸
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Have you gotten a chance to check out this year's programming for Professional Development Day? We've got a full lineup of skills workshops and networking opportunities in less than a month. ⏱️ Don't forget to register: 🔗 dcswa.wildapricot.org/event-6642704
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Registration is now open for Professional Development Day: 🔗 dcswa.wildapricot.org/event-6642704 This year’s conference will begin early Saturday, May 9, 2026, at George Washington University, and will end with a happy hour at the Admiral.
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
with insider insights on the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument gleaned from her previous "geologist-only" access. The group will meet at the Smithsonian metro station. Registration: 🔗 dcswa.wildapricot.org/event-6636939
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D.C. Science Writers Association - Tour: A Geologist’s Take on the National Mall
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
Upcoming event: Join us on Saturday, April 25 at 10 AM for a 1.5-mile guided walking tour of the western National Mall with Board Member and Geologist Leanne Wiberg. This tour delves into the Mall's "stone story," from bedrock geology to historic construction...
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
...Drinks and refreshments will be provided. Address: 555 12th Street NW Suite 250. Register: 🔗 www.aip.org/networking-s...
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Networking Event for Science Writers and Communicators
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Upcoming event: Join us for a joint networking event with the American Institute of Physics (AIP) on April 16 at 6 PM. DCSWA members and anyone across the AIP federation of societies is welcome to come for an informal evening of connection and conversation...
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
...a timely and thought-provoking conversation exploring how advances in genetic science and reproductive technologies intersect with social inequality, access to care, and broader systemic conditions. Register: 🔗 calendar.gwu.edu/event/genomi...
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Genomic Justice: Access, Opportunity and the Implications of Genetic Technology
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Upcoming event: Join scientists with The George Washington University on Wednesday, March 25 at noon for their talk Genomic Justice: Access, Opportunity and the Implications of Genetic Technology...
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
We had lots of fun last night at our happy hour in Sonny's Pizza. Thanks to everyone for coming to this event!
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
...and entries in two categories Print/Digital and Broadcast/Audiovisual, will be judged by a panel of science writers and media professionals. The deadline to enter a submission is March 13. Read requirements: 🔗 dcswa.org/newsbrief-aw... Make a submission: 🔗 docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Deadline approaching: Submissions to the Newsbrief Awards are still on-going. Since 2009, we’ve been celebrating achievement in short-form science writing with the DCSWA Newsbrief Award. Members may self-nominate, or others can nominate them on their behalf...
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Upcoming happy hour: Join us on Thursday, March 5 at 6 PM in Sonny's Pizza for some pizza slices and fun conversations with fellow members. No registration required.
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
On February 3, we hosted the book talk "Seeing Differently – A New Way to Look at Science," with authors Amy Hansen and James Riordon. For those members who missed the webinar, a full recording is now available on YouTube. Watch the recording: 🔗 www.youtube.com/watch?v=OG1z...
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Save the date: Professional Development Day, our signature event since 2006 bringing together more than 100 science communicators and freelancers from all sectors, will be held on May 9, 2026 at the George Washington University campus. Stay alert for key speakers and panels to be announced soon.
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
…and entries in two categories Print/Digital and Broadcast/Audiovisual, will be judged by a panel of science writers and media professionals. The deadline to enter a submission is March 13. Submission requirements: 🔗 dcswa.org/newsbrief-aw... Submission form: 🔗 docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
Submissions to the Newsbrief Awards are now welcome: Since 2009, we’ve been celebrating achievement in short-form science writing with the DCSWA Newsbrief Award. Members may self-nominate, or others can nominate them on their behalf…
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
We had a blast yesterday at the happy hour hosted with the Johns Hopkins University Science Writing Program. We'll see you soon for other events, ducks! 🦆
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
Rescheduled: Join us for a happy hour with the Johns Hopkins Science Writing Program on Wednesday, February 11 at Astro Beer Hall in DC from 6-8 PM. The venue is located at 1306 G St NW, and it is accessible via the metro red line (Metro Center) or green line (Gallery Place/Chinatown).
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
Don't forget to register using this link: 🔗 us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Book Talk: Seeing Differently - A New Way to Look at Science . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
Science progresses as we find new views on what we already know. Join two D.C. Science Writers Association (DCSWA) authors for a virtual discussion about their recent books, which explore the wonders ...
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
We're looking forward to our Book Talk: Seeing Differently – A New Way to Look at Science on February 3, with authors Amy Hansen and James Riordon. www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCEh...
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Seeing Differently - A New Look at Science - Book Talk on February 3rd
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
...We want this year's programming to be as useful and relevant as possible for our members. If you would like to propose a panel or session for PDD, email your idea to president [at] dcswa [dot] org.
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
DCSWA's annual Professional Development Day (PDD) is our organization's flagship event, drawing up to 150 local science writers, storytellers, journalists, and communicators for a full day of learning and networking...
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
Save the Date: Professional Development Day will be held on May 9, 2026 at George Washington University.
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 17/01/2026
..."Crush: Close Encounters with Gravity," will join us for an evening conversation with DCSWA members. Registration: 🔗 dcswa.org/event/book-t...
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Book Talk: Seeing Differently – A New Way to Look at Science – D.C. Science Writers Association
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 17/01/2026
Upcoming webinar: Join us on Tuesday, February 3 at 7 PM for a book talk about what happens when you find new perspectives of an old subject. Amy S. Hansen, author of "Wanda Hears the Stars: A Blind Astronomer Listens to the Universe," and James R. Riordon, author of...
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
Join DCSWA: 🔗 dcswa.wildapricot.org/join-us
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D.C. Science Writers Association - Join us
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
Huge thanks to our book authors, Lindsay Cordero & Melanie D.G. Kaplan, for yesterday's talk about the role that dogs have played in scientific efforts. If you missed the webinar, check out our YouTube channel to find the complete video recording. Watch the video: 🔗 www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjjm...
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Book Talk: Paws-itive Results: How Dogs Help Science
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
Upcoming webinar: Join us on Monday, December 1 at 7 PM for a book talk on the intersection between dogs and science, with a special focus on one doggo profession: truffle hunting. Register: 🔗 us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
We had a great time tonight with everyone who came to our happy hour for federal workers. See you next time, ducks 🦆!
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Upcoming event: Join us on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 3-5 PM at the Reservoir Park Recreation Center playground to mingle and chat about science writing while the kids roam free. Light snacks will be provided for the kids, and in case of bad weather, the gathering will move to an indoor spot.
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
📍Closest metro station is Foggy Bottom on the orange-blue-silver lines.
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Upcoming event: Join us for a joint happy hour with local scientists and federal workers on Wednesday, November 12, at Ris from 5:30-7:30 PM. Network with fellow science writers, local scientists, and federal workers, and enjoy reduced price cocktails and bar bites.
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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
It’s official! 🔔 Registration is open for our annual holiday party to be held on Friday, December 5 in Busboys and Poets. Get your tickets while they last: 🔗 dcswa.wildapricot.org/event-6415252
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