This workshop is part of the MAPEX Doctoral Qualification Programme. We aim to support and train doctoral candidates in acquiring transversal skills and developing useful competencies for future leading tasks inside and outside of academia. In co-operation with science-slam.com we are pleased to offer you the following workshop!
Workshop Description
You want to present your research on stage in front of an enthusiastic audience, but you're not quite sure how to start? You're still missing the right tips and tricks for the perfect presentation? No problem! In our workshop, we'll share everything you need to know for a successful Science Slam performance.
"Facts tell, but stories sell!" - This well-known saying from marketing also applies to effective science communication. One of our main goals in the coaching is to show how a research question can be turned into an interesting and fascinating story.
We work in a very hands-on way, usually using your specific content. We’ll show you how to communicate complex topics in a simple and understandable way. A successful presentation of scientific findings is key to societal transformation processes.
Workshop Contents:
- Content analysis (How to start, storyboard, building suspense)
- Rhetorical devices
- Audience interaction
- Speech vs. Slam
- Presentation design
- (Body) language exercises
Target Group:
The workshop is designed for all PhD candidates and post-docs who want to develop and sharpen their skills in communicating their research in interesting and exciting ways within the sphere of science communication.
Workshop Instructor:
Rainer Holl is an author, poetry slammer and podcaster as well as coach for science communication and storytelling. Since 2009, he has performed on stage in more than 1000 shows, literature events and Poetry Slams across the entire German-speaking region. As a presenter, he hosts live events as well as corporate and cultural events with charm and wit and is one of the most experienced Science Slam presenters in the country.
Date/Location:
9th December 2025 / 9 am - 5 pm
Registration:
Please complete your online registration here.
No registration fees will be charged. A maximum of 12 people will be able to participate.
Please note that your registration is binding. If you are unable to attend the workshop for important reasons, please let us know in advance.
