Congratulations to Flinders researchers, whose important work has resulted in the University posting the highest volume of media coverage and highest \u2018share of voice\u2019 of South Australia\u2019s universities for the first half of 2019.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s the first time since commencing media monitoring nearly two decades ago that Flinders has led news coverage, reflecting a growing understanding of media value and the considerable efforts made by researchers and staff right across the University.<\/p>\n
While promoting the research and analysis of Flinders experts helps to build public knowledge, it also benefits individual researchers and our University.<\/p>\n
Media coverage broadens the reach of researchers\u2019 work to help verify its impact and inform reporting and grant applications. It strengthens Flinders\u2019 reputation and that of individual researchers, elevating awareness of their achievements and research specialities to peers all around the world.<\/p>\n
Ensuring the wider community is aware of Flinders\u2019 strengths also helps inform the study choices of future students.<\/p>\n
The Flinders media team is constantly seeking ways to support and promoting research success. Support includes one-to-one and group media training<\/a>, development of research collateral such as videos and images, local national and international distribution, and issues management.<\/p>\n Researchers can build their media presence in a number of ways:<\/p>\n Make sure Flinders\u2019 media team has your mobile<\/strong><\/p>\n If you are interested in providing media comment please provide the University\u2019s media team with your details and mobile number for quick contact when journalists reach out with an urgent enquiry. Email the media team<\/a> to provide your details (or check if you are on the list.) This is not a public list and numbers can be kept confidential by request.<\/p>\n Register as <\/strong>an expert on the Expert Guide<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors each year, Australia\u2019s \u2018Expert Guide\u2019 provides a quick link for members of the media to connect with experts in any area, together with interested parties from any sector. Expert Guide experts are sought for media commentary and collaborations with government, academia and industry.<\/p>\n Join the Scimex expert list<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Those researching any area of science can register to the Australian Science Media Centre<\/a>\u2019s (AusSMC) expert list on Scimex. The AusSMC exists to enhance the media\u2019s coverage of science and frequently provides evidence and experts to the media.<\/p>\n Sign on to MCERA\u2019s expert database<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n