Stardust ICMM

FRONTIERS, an initiative funded by the European Research Council, invites applications from science journalists worldwide for immersive residencies at European research institutions such as the Materials Science Institute of Madrid (ICMM-CSIC), where journalists will be able to work alongside Ángela R. Bonachera, press officer at the ICMM-CSIC.

These residencies, spanning 3 to 5 months, offer unparalleled opportunities to delve into frontier research across diverse disciplines, including social sciences and humanities.

Four calls are envisaged in 2023-2026, supporting up to 40 fellowships, for a total funding available of 600,000 EUR.

Program Objectives

The FRONTIERS initiative aims to empower science journalists in bridging the gap between complex scientific discoveries and public understanding. As an essential link between scientific endeavors and society, journalists play a crucial role in communicating high-risk/high-reward frontier research responsibly and accurately.

By fostering independent journalism, this initiative wants to give journalists opportunities to learn and work on in-depth reporting projects by immersing themselves in the research environment and interacting with scientists and scholars. The main aims are to:

  • Enhance journalists’ professional development
  • Foster critical thinking and ethical reporting
  • Bolster public trust in scientific institutions
  • Promote curiosity about frontier research
  • Strengthen mutual learning of scientists and journalists.

What FRONTERS Offers

Selected journalists will embark on residencies at European research institutions, pursuing independent reporting ideas or delving into specific frontier research fields. Participants benefit from:

● Fellowship residencies of 3 to 5 months
● Unrestricted access to diverse research areas
● Networking and training activities
● Opportunities for cross-institutional experiences
● Independence and credibility in reporting

More info: FRONTIERS

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