Researchers in the media: Good expert commentators are in demand

[Translate to English:] Seks forskere deler ud af deres erfaringer med at optræde som eksperter i medierne. Fv professor Michael Svarer, lektor Stine Liv Johansen, professor Stiig Markager, seniorforsker Stine Slotsbo, professor Søren Riis Paludan og professor Signe Normand. Photo: grafik/AU

27 January 2025 by Henriette Stevnhøj

At its best, research communication makes complex ideas accessible to everyone – and appears effortless. But behind it often lies years of dedicated research, along with a clear understanding of why it’s so important to apply our knowledge to public discourse.

Meet six researchers who view research communication as an essential part of their work.

Signe Normand: “Without a doubt, our expertise has contributed to a more nuanced public debate”

Stine Liv Johansen: “I try to stay away from comment threads like those on TV2”

Michael Svarer: “I hope I have helped to advance our welfare society”

Stine Slotsbo: “I don’t have scientific knowledge about what animals feel, and I won’t speak based on my own opinions”

Søren Riis Paludan: “I feel that I’ve contributed to a more enlightened public debate during the Covid pandemic”

Stiig Markager: “My research and research communication have made a difference that will be visible for my grandchildren”

Aarhus Universitets side med ekspertister.