Andrea Bandelli

Maphutha is my African name, meaning 'the one who brings people together'.

[Andrea Bandelli @Maphutha]

@sacha_coward Enjoy! I was born there and spent probably too many years there too!

[SciComm Excellence @SciCommAwards]

In a piece for @ISSUESinST, @SciCommAwards committee member Andrea Bandelli (@Maphutha) writes about the work of Thijs Biersteker, the importance of art as a form of #scicomm, and how art acts as a catalyst for policy change.

Read more: https://t.co/yijE2T7idM #sciart

[Andrea Bandelli @Maphutha]

Honored to celebrate @onlinekyne as Science Communicator Award top winner! Kyne bridges communities, defies stereotypes, and brings vital creativity to science. 🌈 Cheers to bold, inclusive science! #ScienceCommunication #LGBTQ https://t.co/yvvvig1Cu7

[Andrea Bandelli @Maphutha]

Congratulations to the winners of the 2024 @SciCommAwards ! 24 outstanding communicators who produce the most exciting, impactful and enjoyable science communication across the world. It’s a fantastic honour to be part of this initiative with all my committee colleagues.

[National Academies @theNASEM]

Congratulations to the 24 recipients of this year's @SciCommAwards, given by the National Academies in partnership with @schmidtsciences!

Learn about the winners and explore their outstanding #SciComm work: https://t.co/zaG2T8RHuY

[Science Gallery International @ScienceGallery]

.@TheEconomist highlights the role of @SciGalleryBlr in Indian science, emphasising how it acts as a convener in the Indian knowledge system.

And @JahnaviPhalkey shares their next goal: to open laboratories that bring the public into research

Read more ⤵️https://t.co/58K7sjHKPX

[Andrea Bandelli @Maphutha]

Being a member of the @SciCommAwards committee has been one of the most rewarding and educational experiences for me. I'm incredibly grateful for the opportunity to share my thoughts on queering science communication—an essential and inspiring approach to reflecting on our work.

[SciComm Excellence @SciCommAwards]

Throughout his career, @Maphutha has led some of the most innovative projects on science, art, democracy, and public participation and helped to elevate #LGBTQIA+ perspectives in #scicomm.

In celebration of #pride, we ask Andrea more about his work, at: https://t.co/NMQ0ATfViN

[SciComm Excellence @SciCommAwards]

There is 1 week left to apply for our @SciCommAwards, which recognize excellent science journalists, research scientists, and science communicators like Xavier Cortada (@xcortada).

Apply and learn more at: https://t.co/WwQykaxZwE #sciart #SciComm

[Andrea Bandelli @Maphutha]

If you’re active in Science Communication as a journalist, researcher or creative professional, consider applying for this transformational awards. For all information, 👇

[SciComm Excellence @SciCommAwards]

Submissions are being accepted through March 31 for our Awards for Excellence in Science Communications, given by @thenasem in partnership with Schmidt Sciences, which honor science communicators, science journalists, and research scientists.

Apply now: https://t.co/ef7UNPc7b3

[NEMO Office @NEMOoffice]

Call for proposals 📢
🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ We invite proposals for research aimed at advancing #LGBTQIA+ inclusive practices within European museums. This call seeks to address challenges faced by #museum professionals while promoting #diversity.
⏰�� Deadline: 4 March
https://t.co/10V2ywQgjU

[Ecsite @Ecsite]

📢 #EcsiteAwards submissions close soon!

Apply by 12 February for the Beacon of the Year or Excellence in Science Engagement Award with your creative and impactful project.

👉 https://t.co/yEALTz7v5Q

#Ecsite #scicomm

[Ecsite @Ecsite]

The Beacon of the Year Award is the lifetime achievement award for #scicomm professionals in Europe and is awarded to inspirational individuals who have spent a career making a difference in science engagement.

Nominate your candidate 👉 https://t.co/yEALTz7v5Q

#EcsiteAwards

[Andrea Bandelli @Maphutha]

@SarahDurcan @kiranshaw @JahnaviPhalkey @SciGalleryBlr @ScienceGallery @RoseHiscock Congratulations to you all for this wonderful achievement. It's the realisation of a transformative project for culture, education and science for Bengaluru, India and beyond.

[Andrea Bandelli @Maphutha]

@DrCarpineti @unbounders Congratulazioni Alfredo! Puoi contare su un altro entusiasta lettore!

[Andrea Bandelli @Maphutha]

“A very readable text that addresses many of the key issues with science communication and queerness” - a thoughtful review of the book “Queering Science Communication” highlighting its remarkable innovative and diverse approach @_tiamaree https://t.co/hwI9K2GdCd

[Andrea Bandelli @Maphutha]

Congrats to 24 outstanding #SciComm awardees! Their work unpacks, questions, and advances vital issues in contemporary science, bridging the gap between science and society. It’s been a true honor to be a member of the committee selecting these winners. 🏆👏

[SciComm Excellence @SciCommAwards]

Congratulations to the 2023 recipients of the National Academies Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communications!

Learn more about the 2023 recipients: https://t.co/EHr1FIn1X4
#scicomm

[Andrea Bandelli @Maphutha]

If you’re proud of your recent exhibition or programme, or if you loved one you recently saw, please submit them to the @Ecsite Awards - nominations are open now.👇

[Ecsite @Ecsite]

Nominations for the Mariano Gago #EcsiteAwards are open! 🏆

This year, the Awards recognise lifetime achievements with its Beacon of the Year and innovative projects with the Ecsite Excellence in Science Engagement Award.

➡️ https://t.co/yEALTz7v5Q

#Ecsite #scicomm

[Andrea Bandelli @Maphutha]

I wrote a few notes on what I learned at the @exploratorium during my fellowship there: https://t.co/EJHxP5xvOl

[Andrea Bandelli @Maphutha]

"We've got 10 million curators who live in London". @SharonAment explains in brilliant terms how the museum is part of the city and vice versa 👏

[Monocle Radio @Monocle_Radio]

Tall Stories: Sophie Monaghan-Coombs explores the relocation and renaming process ahead for the Museum of London https://t.co/1ga7EJXKM1

[Andrea Bandelli @Maphutha]

@JustinDillonUCL @Ecsite Congratulations, you are not only a beacon, but a lighthouse for so many of us!

[Andrea Bandelli @Maphutha]

Thanks! I can’t praise this book enough, it is an excellent resource to explore and understand how meaningful science communication is when it’s inclusive and queer! @_tiamaree @lindyorthia @SarahDurcan

[SciComm Excellence @SciCommAwards]

Committee member @Maphutha is featured in a new book that exposes the boundaries of #sciencecommunication theory and practice, while showcasing the incredible work of LGBTIQA+ people who actively push the field forward.

Learn more: https://t.co/Rw0MuC3TaA #pride #scicomm