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Liesbeth Aerts

Beakon / BE SciComm

I am a freelance research communicator supporting busy researchers with their comms and PR.

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Rosie Allison

Research Data Alliance Europe

Communications Officer at RDA Europe. Based in Kasterlee, Belgium.
 

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Renata Barros

Consortium for Battery Innovation

I'm working on communications & marketing with a focus on creating scientific content. My background is in geoscience.

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Lien Beckers

Princeton University

I have been working for 10+ years as a neuroscientist at KU Leuven, Harvard, Columbia, and Princeton University.

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Steve Bers

Scivil

Science communicator and project manager for citizen science projects at scivil, with a background in biology.

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Robin Bonné

Robin Talks Science

Coach and consultant in science communication with a passion for theatre and a background in biophysics.

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Tim Boogaerts

University of Antwerp

A post-doc researcher exploring wastewater to reveal insights on lifestyle trends and public health.
 

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Bethan Burnside

KASK & Conservatorium (Hogent & Howest)

Science communicator and curator with a background in neuroscience.
 

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Stijn Calders

BIRA-IASB & KU Leuven

Radio Meteor Zoo citizen science project.

 

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    Bram Carlier

    KU Leuven

    I'm an enthusiastic biomedical researcher passionately sharing what happens behind the sc(i)en(c)es.

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    Patricia Clement

    Ghent University

    Neuroscientist and science communicator on women’s health and the gender data gap.
     

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    Luc Cox

    somersault18:24 Studio

    We transform complex science into stunning visuals for journals, biotech, and more — from abstracts to cover art.

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    Fien Demuynck

    Institude of Biology Leiden, Leiden University

    PhD in noise pollution affecting fish (also one study on zoo visitors) who also has a passion for science communication.

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    Ann De Ron

    FishGrowFeet

    Trainer science communication, media skills & interculturality. Biologist by training, journalist by experience.

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    Julie De Smedt

    Wetenschapscommunicator

    Expert in science communication and strategy. Speaker & trainer. Host of the podcast ‘De Wetenschapscommunicator'

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    David De Wolf

    Ghent University

    Science communicator at Ghent University. Helping researchers to achieve impact through communication.

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    Jean-luc Doumont

    Principiae

    Engineer turned trainer, teaching rigorous, practical communication and critical thinking to global science professionals.

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    Roel Feys

    KU Leuven Instituut voor Genetica en Samenleving

    I manage the KU Leuven Institute for Genetics and Society (LIGAS), focusing on genetics and public outreach.

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    Jonathan Garcia

    KU Leuven

    A student passionate about science, relaying that science, and helping the world fuction just a little better.

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    Augustin Goffin

    UGent

    Master student in ecology exploring opportunities with the ambition to make valuable scientific knowledge available to larger numbers!

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    Duygu Gök

    SciMingo

    Marine biologist, science communicator & educator spotlighting valuable thesis research through the Flemish Thesis Prize

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    Noel Gonsalves

    Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf

    Master Biology with 7+ years' experience as a creative writer.
     

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      Anna Lara González

      Escuela de Comunicación ÉTER

      Argentine journalist making science and mental health accessible to young audiences through storytelling, videos, and her YouTube channel.

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      Tessa Groen

      Thomas More University of Applied Sciences

      Focuses on inclusive and accessible communication, working primarily in qualitative projects about health communication. 

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      Kerry Hazeldine

      imec

      Postdoctoral research fellow with a background in material science, passionate about making science accessible to all.

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        Maarten Houben

        KU Leuven Plant Institute

        I coordinate the KU Leuven Plant Institute and have a professional and personal interest in science communication.

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        Hind Houssein

        KU Leuven

        Immunologist passionate about science communication, creativity, and improving academia.

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        Ineke Imbo

        Ghent University

        Science communicator & content creator at Ghent University | Background in cognitive psychology
         

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        Tom Janssen

        Creators For Climate

        I help scientists create content that sparks change. Building a hub for climate outreach & science communication.

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        Linda Kimeisa

        WIt Berry

        Communication manager with over a decade of expertise in research and innovation communication.

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        Katrien Kolenberg

        KU Leuven, University of Antwerp, VUB

        Astrophysicist and sci-comm professor weaving science, sound, and art into inclusive outreach.
         

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        Alyssa Lambrecht

        Scivil

        Advisor on communication for citizen science projects and social media wizard.
         

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        Jakob Luyten

        SCK CEN

        Outreach Coordinator at the Belgian Nuclear Research Centre (SCK CEN)
         

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        Arno Maetens

        Studio Chancla

        Science communication designer and videographer with a background in sociology and public health.
         

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          Marijke Mahieu

          Ghent University - EnerGhentIC

          Innovating our energy future as project coordinator at UGent, focus on community building and science communication.

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          Lucas Mergan

          KU Leuven

          Neurobiology Postdoc and Science Communicator at KU Leuven | Podcast "Pioniers van de Wetenschap" | TikTok "Wetenstappen"

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          Annelies Mondelaers

          University of Antwerp

          Passionate researcher working in the field of infectious diseases with specific focus on pandemic preparedness.

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          Marie-Laure Mrozowski

          Oxford Brookes University

          Primatologist and researcher interested in scientific communication and combatting illegal wildlife trade.

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          Elisa Nelissen

          KU Leuven / BE SciComm

          I'm a researcher specialized in how science is covered in the press. Also board member of BE SciComm and occasional freelance science writer.

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          Jorn Ockerman

          The Floor is Yours / Self-employed

          Jorn Ockerman is a senior gameresearcher, valorisation expert and science commmunicator and science graphic designer.

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          Ljiljana Platisa

          Ghent University

          Business Developer for i-KNOW, Intelligent Information Processing
           

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          Rafaela Policarpo

          KU Leuven

          Science communicator newbie with a background in Biomedical Sciences. Curious, creative, and ready to talk science!

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          Nicky Rondelez

          Technopolis

          At Technopolis, Nicky blends science and theater to inspire young audiences.
           

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          Alexandra Schiettekatte

          Alicato BV

          10+ Years experience in biotech and medtech, I offer corporate communications strategic and operational support.

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          Rik Smitz

          Prezenta.be

          After 20+ years of clinical research Rik decided in 2016 to help fellow scientists out with scientific storytelling.

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            Ralitza Soultanova

            UCLouvain Saint-Louis Bruxelles | Self-employed

            Passionate about turning complex data into engaging visuals. Data consultant, researcher, TA at UCLouvain Saint-Louis.

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            Senne Starckx

            Freelance science journalist & writer

            Science journalist / writer with 20 years of experience. Writes for Flemish and international/specialized outlets.

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            Elisabeth Stes

            Aphea.bio

            Proteomics scientist morphed into an R&D communications and external relations expert.
             

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            Sooike Stoops

            NOMIA

            With 20+ years in science communication I founded NOMIA to help researchers and organizations in sharing their stories.

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              Abigail Swillens

              Clever Coyote

              Former scientist, now presentation trainer. My main focus is on structuring your thoughts for better storytelling.

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              Ines Thiers

              KU Leuven

              Microbiology enthusiast, motivated to make complex science clear, engaging, and a little more fun.

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              Veerle Van Aken

              Business Katalysator

              Social Media Strategy teacher (AI) for programs like: Let's Talk Science, Speaking Science, Cost Academy

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              Charlotte van de Velde

              KU Leuven

              Co-founder of Micro-bites.org | Love to stand between science & general audience as a link to inform & inspire all.

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              Koen Van den Eeckhout

              Baryon Design

              Information designer, creating infographics, data visuals and reports. Let's turn complex info into powerful visuals!

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              Annelies Van Dyck

              KdG / Beakon

              Science communicator & PhD in Neuroscience. I help researchers share their work beyond academia.

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              Priscilla Van Even

              KU Leuven / University of Antwerp

              I am a researcher, lecturer, and museum guide. My work bridges science, art, culture, and communication.

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              Ingrid van Marion

              ULB / BE SciComm

              I am a science communication researcher and trainer.
               

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              Bradley van Paridon

              Freelance science communicator / BE SciComm

              After completing a PhD in parasitology I began a career as a freelance science communicator, journalist and podcast producer. 

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              Céline Van Rijckeghem

              Ghent University

              Science is too exciting to stay locked in a lab. I advice scientists on how to shape a message into a story that sticks.

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              Marc Vandenbrande

              Video maker for scientists

              I'm a video maker: I think along with you(r project) and make people shine authentically in front of the camera.

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              Wannes Vanoyenbrugge

              Imperial College London

              Scicomm student at Imperial College London, TikTok creator and public speaker, making science accessible and engaging.

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              Reinout Verbeke

              Institute of Natural Sciences

              I want to bring the past, present, and future of life on this planet to a wider audience.
               

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              Ben Verhoeven

              ERLNMYR

              Science communicator and trainer with focus on the stage: science theatre; event moderator; training researchers.

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                Sofie Verkest

                UGent / BE SciComm

                Scicomm researcher interested in the interaction between diverse actors within the (science) news production process and scicomm in general. 

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                  Toon Verlinden

                  The Floor is Yours / Nerdland Festival

                  With The Floor is Yours, Toon has trained thousands of researchers to present more clearly. Organizer of Nerdland Festival.

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                  Karen Verstraelen

                  Scivil

                  Project manager for citizen science projects with a background in psychology and journalism.
                   

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                  Sara Verstraeten

                  KOI Public Engagement

                  KOI specialises in science communication, building a bridge between science and society through live, direct engagement.

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                  Miguel Vissers

                  University of Antwerp / BE SciComm

                  I am a PhD candidate and focus on the newsworthiness of science in traditional media. "Why does (only) some research make the news?"

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                  Vinoy Vijayan

                  Independent science writer & communicator

                  I help scientists, startups, and anyone working on big ideas explain what they do clearly and confidently — without losing the plot (or the public).

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                  Lander Willem

                  University of Antwerp

                  Enthusiastic researcher eager to discover data-driven solutions and motivate those around me.
                   

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                  India Jane Wise

                  VIB

                  Working at VIB, I communicate complex research and highlight the human side of science for diverse audiences.

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                  Daniëlle Wopereis

                  SciMingo

                  Daniëlle Wopereis is the SciComm Academy project manager at SciMingo.
                   

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                  Arnaud Zonderman

                  SciMingo

                  Coördinator of SciMingo, a scicomm nonprofit that encourages & helps researchers share their work beyond academia

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