LinkedIn workshop & competition
Content
The Doctoral Schools of the five Flemish universities are launching a new edition of the competition “Your publication in a LinkedIn post: #ScienceStories”. The aim is simple, explain your research to a broad audience in an engaging and accessible way.
What is #ScienceStories?
#ScienceStories is a joint initiative by the Doctoral Schools of the five Flemish universities, designed to empower PhD candidates with essential science communication skills. If you’ve recently published a manuscript (or a similar achievement, e.g. a creation in the arts or design resulting from one’s own research) this is your chance to bring your research beyond the academic bubble.
We’re inviting PhD candidates and postdocs to take on a unique challenge: share your research on LinkedIn in a way that’s clear, compelling and accessible to a broad audience. The goal? To translate complex scientific findings into engaging stories that resonate with society at large.
In a world increasingly shaped by misinformation and fake news on social media, the ability of researchers to communicate with clarity and credibility is more important than ever. By participating in #ScienceStories, you’re not just showcasing your work—you’re helping to build public trust in science.
Feeling unsure about how to get started on LinkedIn? Don’t worry! On Monday 5 October 2026, 10-12h, science communicator Robin Bonné (robintalksscience.com) will host an online workshop to guide you through the process of composing an effective LinkedIn post (deadline for registration: 28 September). You will learn how to find the essence in your research, which visuals will make people look at your post and how to make your LinkedIn profile stand out. Let your research speak to the world—one post at a time.
Practicalities
For whom?
- PhD students & postdocs
When and where?
- Workshop: October 5, 2026 - 10:00-12:00 (online)
- Competition: October 5 - November 5, 2026
Registration & more information?
Acknowledged as?
- DS BSH: category 'research management & communication skills' - workshop on communication skills
- DS HLS: category 'transferable skills' - half a transferable skills course
- DS ST: category 'scientific & generic communication' - course on scientific and generic communication