NI Lab

Science Communication

Paper Theater: What a Public Journal Club Taught Us About Explaining Science

What happens when a closed academic journal club becomes a monthly public event in a library? A pilot 'paper theater' format suggests that audiences want careful explanations, visible uncertainty, and a clear account of what a study did not show. The lessons are useful for any lab considering public-facing science communication.

Nov 9, 2026

Lab Practice

Small Lab Habits, Stronger Papers: A 2026 Reproducibility Routine

Reproducibility is usually treated as a final checkpoint, but most paper headaches begin much earlier. This practical guide outlines twelve low-cost lab habits, a 30-minute setup plan, and realistic examples for US graduate students, postdocs, and lab managers who want cleaner handoffs and fewer surprises.

Nov 9, 2026