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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 1h

And the European Science Journalist of the Year Award winners are: 1st Prize: Arnaud Robert (Switzerland) 2nd Prize: Linda Samplonius & Jop de Vrieze (The Netherlands) 3rd Prize: Sigrid März & Martin Rücker (Germany) #ECSJ2026 Thanks to award sponsor @elsevierconnect.bsky.social

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 1h

The third finalists are @sigridmaerz.bsky.social and @martinruecker.bsky.social who are showing examples of some of their investigative journalism.

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 1h

The next finalist is Arnaud Robert. His presentation, in which he talks about his own experience of becoming quadraplegic following an accident and ending up on the other side of the microphone (from reporter to interviewee), is presented as a pre-recorded presentation. #ECSJ2026

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 2h

We’re hearing from all the finalists. First a presentation by @jopdevrieze.substack.com and Linda Samplonius about two pieces they wrote for a Dutch magazine about Long COVID. #ECSJ2026

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 2h

Start of the “European Night” at #ECSJ2026 We’re eagerly awaiting the announcement of the European Science Writer of the Year!

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 3h

Helena Rodriguez Gómez is giving practical advice on how to apply for funding. #ECSJ2026

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 4h

Full room at the #ECSJ2026 session about finding fellowships and reporting grants. After a previous session showed that lack of money is a big barrier to our job, this is what we need!

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 5h

Group discussion on how to protect journalists from harassment #ECSJ2026

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 6h

Now the audience is sharing their own barriers to science journalism. #ECSJ2026

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 6h

Also appearing by video, Jana Laura Egelhofer shares research about a social media campaign to encourage “bystander interventions” when people see science communicators be abused online. It increased intention to help and made scicommers feel more supported. #ECSJ2026 #scicomm

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 6h

Maria Zuffova appeared by video to present an international survey about journalist experiences that showed that (mostly male) journalists experience threats of violence, mainly from the public. #ECSJ2026

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 6h

Climate reporters in The Netherlands are facing threats from farmers and lobby groups, says @fleerackers.bsky.social #ECSJ2026

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 6h

In the same session on Equity in journalism, Alice Fleerackers @fleerackers.bsky.social now discusses climate journalism. “The most dangerous beat in journalism” #ECSJ2026

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 6h

Andy Ridgway @andyridgway.bsky.social presents survey results about the experience of science journalists. #ECSJ2026 You can read a summary of this study here: www.absw.org.uk/articles/sur...

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 9h

At the session about Writing in English for International Audiences, Science editor Martin Enserink said “It's nice for a person to have a great English but it is not the most important thing. Having a good story is what matters, we can help you with English afterwards.” #ECSJ2026

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 9h

Panel discussion about the two formats we experienced: Reporter Slam and Jive. We learned that both formats a way for journalists to add personality to their reporting and form new connections with audiences. #ECSJ2026

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 9h

The European Journalism Centre mapped live journalism in Europe and beyond. #ECSJ2026

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 9h

Fascinating presentation (with music!) by @ewo.name about memories, VR, brains, faces and forgetting. An interesting example of live journalism #ECSJ2026

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 10h

From Christoph Schwaiger’s interactive reporter slam about AI. Other emotions that people wrote down included “engaged” and “entertained” #ECSJ2026

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 10h

At the panel about women’s health: Julia Sacher "less than 0,5 % of research is dedicated to women’s health" #ECSJ2026

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 10h

What happens when we experience journalism together with our audiences? Live journalism session at #ECSJ2026

European
Journalism
Centre
When science meets the room:
Live Journalism for a world in crisis.
European Science Journalism Conference
Hannover, 14 October, 2026

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 11h

Chrissie mentioned the story based inquiry method. Much to explore at this link #ECSJ2026 www.storybasedinquiry.com/story-based-...

storybasedinquiry.com

Story-Based-Inquiry-Method

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 11h

Investigative journalism is exposing matters that are concealed, either deliberately or because they’re hidden behind a lot of confusing details. Chrissie Giles at #ECSJ2026

What is investigative journalism?
Investigative journalism involves exposing to the public matters that are concealed either
1. deliberately, by someone in a position of power or
1. accidentally, behind a chaotic mass of facts and circumstances that obscure understanding.

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 11h

The first keynote speaker is Chrissie Giles of the @tbij.bsky.social (where she started just days before the first COVID lockdown!) #ECSJ2026

Slide: “Why we’re all investigative journalists” with Chrissie speaking

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EFSJ - European Federation for Science Journalism @efsj-scijourno.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Did you know: If you’re a science journalist and a member of @absw.bsky.social @vwn.bsky.social @ajspi.bsky.social @wpk.bsky.social @aecomcientifica.bsky.social or of SWIM (IT), SASJ (CH) or DanVid (DK) then you’re automatically also a member of EFSJ!

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