Keynote Talks, Webinars & Bite-Sized Learning for Scientists and Researchers (in English)
Looking for an engaging keynote speaker, science communication talk, or research communication webinar for your next event?
Our founder, Suzanne Whitby, is an accomplished speaker and at SciComm Success she specialises in delivering short, practical, inspiring talks and interactive webinars designed for researchers, scientists, and science communicators. Whether your goal is to motivate, inform, build skills, or spark discussion โ weโre here to help.
Most of our science communication training themes are available in a keynote or webinar format. All sessions are designed to be insightful, accessible, and ready-to-use โ packed with examples, actionable tips, and a dose of inspiration.
Talks are perfect for:
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Research conferences and symposia
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Graduate school training programmes
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Career weeks and orientation events
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Summer/winter schools and retreats
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Internal R&D or comms team development
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Get in touch to discuss your event, or explore some of our popular keynote and webinar themes below.
Topics for talks and keynotes
Each session can be delivered as a 30โ60 minute keynote, a talk, or an interactive webinar with live Q&A.
Treat these as a guide: if you have a special “wish” or want to adjust the focus, we’re happy to help.
What You Say Without Saying a Word
Understanding body language and non-verbal cues to improve connection and credibility in science communication.
Why Personal Branding Matters for Researchers
Explore why your professional presence matters โ and how to build a brand that reflects your values and strengths.
Social Media for Scientists (2025 Edition)
Navigate the fast-changing social media landscape: what to use, when to post, and how to amplify your research online.
Beyond the Deficit Model: A better way to share science and research
From information overload to inspiration: why science communication needs to shift toward connection, engagement, and action, and how to get started.
The Power of Storytelling in Science
Facts tell, stories sell. Learn how storytelling and narrative structures can transform the way researchers connect with any audience, and get ideas about where to find and how to craft stories.
Not Just a Pretty Picture: Why Design Matters in Science Communication
A lively look at how visuals influence clarity, comprehension, and credibility โ and what scientists can learn from designers.
Want a custom talk or new topic? Weโre always happy to develop tailored sessions to suit your audience, discipline, or event theme. Simply get in touch to discuss your ideas.
It's been a long time since I have enjoyed a training workshop as much as I did this one! Suzanne took a lot of time to get to know each of our group during the training, quickly spotting where our strengths lay and helping us develop skills in new areas. She struck a good balance between theory and discussion, and I particularly appreciated the time she gave us for group work and time to try out new skills alone. She was full of energy and positivity, and made me feel welcome and valued throughout, even when she put me on the spot in role plays. Highly recommended!
It was useful to think more strategically about elevator pitches and how I could create something generic for "everyday" use as well as something tailored for different situations like meetings. The opportunity to plan and share elevator pitches was good, as it gave me an idea of other styles and approaches. The detailed individual feedback was unexpected, but great.
I have just completed SciComm Success' Poster Design Workshop. It was full of interesting tips and tools, some of which I have already built into my poster planning. Although we had a big group and I expected a lecture/webinar format, Suzanne constantly invited us to provide feedback and our own experiences, and I enjoyed hearing what fellow biologists like and don't. I liked that the group was international and enjoyed the flexible and informal discussions - some via chat, some using whiteboards, some simple audio discussion. It felt as if we could all contribute, wherever we were. I would recommend this workshop for anyone new to creating posters for conferences. It would probably be a good refresher for poster presenters, too. Thank you, SEB, for the opportunity.
This was a fascinating workshop! I learned so much about how I come across and how powerful it is to become more conscious about how I "show up", so that I can make the right impression. Loved the tips about reading other people's non-verbal cues, too. This has made me think twice about the best time to approach people with difficult subject. Thank you, Suzanne, for an inspiring morning!
Loved this. So much information and still time for some good discussions with fellow students. I look forward to being able to use some of the ideas when I create my first poster.
This was a good refresher on best practice planning and design for posters. I particularly enjoyed the sessions on tools for choosing colour palettes, which I have since used in other communication materials, and the discussion about online and virtual conferences, which was an eye-opener for me during COVID. Thank you, Suzanne!
This workshop was great fun. I learned loads about perspective and how I tend to communicate, and hope to be able to use this knowledge to communicate better with our international students.
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