Historically, science — especially the life sciences — hasn’t placed a premium on speaking to the masses. Scripps Research in La Jolla announced Thursday that it will partner with one of the nation’s great storytellers, Emmy Award-winning actor Alan Alda, to teach scientists and medical professionals to communicate more effectively. Alda wanted to expand his New York company and was enamored of Scripps Research, a cog in one of the largest science and medical research communities in the country. Alda’s work earned him the National Academy of Science’s Public Welfare Medal in 2016. AdvertisementThe training workshops will begin in June and initially cater to people who work in the life sciences, one of California’s largest industries.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 19, 2020 03:11 UTC