Mercosur Science Journalism Award accepting entries on COVID-19 crisis [Latin America]

Journalists, students, photographers and researchers from Mercosur countries (Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay and Venezuela) and their associated states (Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, Guyana, Peru and Suriname) are eligible.

The National Council of Science and Technology of Paraguay has launched the fourth edition of the Mercosur Science Journalism Award.

The contest aims to promote coverage of science, technology and innovation in Mercosur countries as well as encourage the engagement of young people in science communication.

This year's topic is the COVID-19 crisis. The categories are text (junior and professional) and photography. Winners will receive cash prizes.

The deadline is March 16.

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Registration ongoing for Science Journalism Forum [Worldwide]

The Science Journalism Forum, with support from the Knight Science Journalism at MIT, EurekAlert! and others, will take place Aug. 24 to 26 online. 

The event will feature science journalists, writers, publishers, scientists, students and academia sharing new ideas and thoughts in science journalism.  

Sessions include "Five ways to build and improve tomorrow's science journalism," "How to use artificial intelligence tools for science journalism," "Covering COVID-19 stories: same virus, different impact around the world," "How can we harness the power of cross-border reporting for science journalism?" and more. 

Registration costs US$50 for the general public and US$25 for students. Full and partial scholarships are available for those who can't afford the registration.

Apply now.

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