Connecting Research

The Conversation – training for researchers
2026-01-27 08:00 - 2026-02-05 17:00 (Europe/London) | Online via Zoom
Would you like to build a media profile and take your research to a global public audience by writing for The Conversation? Register now for one of our upcoming training sessions.

What is The Conversation?
The Conversation is an independent, open-access news platform where academics work with professional journalists to produce research-based articles. Supported by over 80 UK and European universities, it helps bring academic insights into public debate.

The Conversation’s global network generates 23 million monthly page views, with a total monthly audience of at least 40.7 million reads including through republication.
Why attend this session?

Hear directly from an editor at The Conversation about what they look for in articles and how the editorial process works
Learn what makes a compelling story and how to pitch your ideas successfully
Explore article types and approaches with practical examples
Get tips on writing in an accessible, engaging style
Discuss your research with the editor and receive feedback on potential pitches

Training Dates & Registration

Tue 27 Jan, 14:00–16:00 – Agriculture, Food & Health – Register here
Thu 29 Jan, 14:00–16:00 – Environment – Register here
Tue 3 Feb, 14:00–16:00 – Heritage & Creativity – Register here
Thu 5 Feb, 14:00–16:00 – Prosperity & Resilience – Register here

Please note that there are a limited number of places so the session is open to academic staff only. If you sign up and then are no longer able to attend, please cancel your registration so that your place can be re-allocated to a colleague on the waiting list.
