Explaining Research for the Intended Audience
Clear communication takes more than reducing jargon. We plan the explanation around what the reader needs to know, moving from background to the meaning of the findings. Observations, interpretations, and open questions remain distinct. Headings, introductions, figures, terminology notes, and FAQs are used without extending claims beyond the paper.
What We Produce
- A brief covering the audience, purpose, evidence, and possible misunderstandings
- Outlines and copy for explainers, news, FAQs, or social posts
- Figures, captions, terminology notes, and links to supporting material
Drafting and Review
The paper and source material inform an outline and draft for the intended audience. The researcher and communications staff review the main findings and limitations so they are presented accurately.
What to Share When You Contact Us
- Bibliographic details and public URLs for the paper or output
- Main findings, limitations, likely misunderstandings, and intended readers
- Available figures and photographs, with rights and credit requirements
- Subject and communications reviewers, publication deadlines, and a correction contact
Subject Review and Communication Scope
New conclusions or stronger causal claims are not added without researcher review. Explanations of earthquakes, eruptions, or space weather make clear that they are not predictions or warnings, and distinguish research from official decisions. Health and safety topics also include appropriate cautions. Media distribution, crisis communication, legal review, and medical or disaster-response decisions require separate specialist judgment and agreement on responsibilities.