Programme / European Science Journalist of the Year

Have you ever wondered what’s involved in reporting on the sciences, when we see the science journalism industry shrinking and public trust in science declining dramatically? The European Federation for Science Journalism, together with Elsevier, is hosting this special session that celebrates excellence and innovation in science journalism. We will find out how these media professionals produced their stories and how their work keeps science journalism relevant in today’s world.

Featuring talks from the 2024 European Science Journalist of the Year finalists, we will hear how they covered their award-winning stories, and they will discuss the state of science journalism today. Hear from the very best European science journalists in this session: 

• Stéphane Horel, France - an investigative journalist at Le Monde, specialising in corporate harm, toxic industries, and scientific disinformation
• Tim Kalvelage, Germany – a freelance writer and photographer focussing on ocean and climate research, often accompanying scientists on expeditions, from the equator to the poles
• Dora Kršul, Croatia – an investigative journalist with Telegram.hr news portal and reports on numerous discoveries of corruption and crime, especially in the field of higher education

Following the talks and panel discussion, the winner and runners-up will be an announced at an awards ceremony, and all are welcome to attend.