Science Media Awards and Summit in the Hub, 2016

Jackson Hole WILD and WGBH are currently accepting fellowship applications for the 2016 Science Media Awards and Summit in the Hub (SMASH16), a celebration of science and science media that will take place in Boston September 20-22. This biennial conference will bring together more than 300 leading scientists, producers, filmmakers, writers and technology innovators.

In 2014, Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival joined WGBH Boston to bring the Jackson Hole Science Media Awards and Summit to Boston. Strong support from partner organizations such as National Geographic, AAAS, HHMI and the Smithsonian Institute helped ensure the success of SMASH14. This year, SMASH organizers will build on that foundation by returning to Boston with additional programming and an expanded fellowship program.

In September, fellows will convene in Boston for an opportunity to attend three days of fascinating sessions highlighting recent discoveries in science and trends in science media distribution. Fellows will also be able to take advantage of networking opportunities with leading scientists and innovative science communicators from around the world. Fellows will be in Boston from September 19-22 for three days of conference programming, as well as special pre-conference workshops.

Fellows will also receive a stipend towards travel, lodging, conference costs and a modest per diem. ​Major funding for SMASH16 is provided by The Rita Allen Foundation. ​

Further details:
www.sciencemediasummit.org