Postdoc Academy Workshop: Improve your research skills with improv New
Research and improvised comedy (improv) have a lot in common: they are both explorations of the unknown that require intuition and creativity. So how can improv be used to train research skills?
In this 1-hour workshop, we will:
- explore the unknown and its inherent uncertainty
- create a supportive, safe and respectful environment
- test your adaptability, boost your creativity and practice co-creation through a series of playful exercises.
At the end of the workshop, you will be better equipped to face the unknown, make space for your own creativity, be a better team player, and feel more confident in front of an audience.
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Postdocs
If you do not have a CRSID or are otherwise unable to book via the UTBS booking system, please contact development.pda@admin.cam.ac.uk.
Number of sessions: 1
| # | Date | Time | Venue | Trainer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wed 3 Jul 2024 10:00 - 11:00 | 10:00 - 11:00 | Eastwood Room, Postdoc Centre, 16 Mill Lane | Sam Lagier |
In-person, participatory workshop
The session will be delivered by Dr Samuel Lagier.
Samuel is a public speaking trainer and coach, and founder of SamSpeaksScience helping experts communicate their knowledge. Since 2015, he’s helped researchers around Europe to secure grants, get jobs and engage with society. Samuel coached, curated and hosted the TEDxLausanne conference for 7 years. He is a member of the Cambridge University Science Improv group, the science-entertainment collective The Catalyst and the improvised comedy troupe The Renegade Saints.
1 hour
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