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We are happy to announce that we have set a date for Let's Talk Science 2026! Get a taste of science communication during the period June 30 until July 2 where you can brush up your communication skills. The Let's Talk Science programme consists of an opening session and a maximum of 3 workshops. This year Let's Talk Science will be hosted by KU Leuven.

Our two-step application procedure starts on March 25, 2026. From then on PhD students, postdocs and staff members – depending on the eligibility criteria of each university association – can apply for an account. From April 27, 2026 you can start composing your programme. Find out more about our registration procedure.

Stay tuned for an update on our programme!

High temperatures are expected in the coming days. Despite the heat, the on-campus physical workshops will continue as planned. These sessions include interactive and hands-on components that cannot be effectively delivered online without compromising the quality and learning objectives of the workshop.

Here are a few tips to help you cope with the heat:

• If you're going outside, wear light, breathable clothing in light colors (avoid synthetic fabrics), a sun hat or cap, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
• Drink regularly—even before you feel thirsty. Water is the best option; try to avoid sugary drinks, as they are absorbed more slowly. Bring a reusable water bottle. You can refill it with potable tap water at the taps in the AP building (you can find the campus plan on our website) or at the restroom facilities on campus.
• Increase your water intake:
  • At rest: at least 1.5 liters per day
  • Spread your drinking throughout the day (not just during meals)

You can now login and start compiling your programme. You will be able to choose workshops, a plenary session, inspirational sessions and tours to attend. Spots are limited, so don't wait too long to compose your programme because first come, first served.

To choose your programme, click on the yellow registration button at the top of the website. After logging in, you will be able to select a maximum of two workshops and one plenary session. In addition, we offer an extra programme consisting of up to one Art & Science tour and several inspirational sessions. You have to have an approved account before choosing your programme. 

You have limited time (30 minutes) to complete your selection and confirm your programme. The system will automatically notify you of any scheduling conflicts or if no more spots are available.

You can change or cancel your programme without any consequences up until June 2. After that date, cancellations should be motivated with a certificate. More information on the no-show procedure can be found here.

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The applications for a Let's Talk Science account are open right now! Registering for Let's Talk Science is a two-step procedure. First, we check if you are eligible to participate. 

Starting from April 28 2025, approved participants can log in and register for programme items. You can register for a maximum of one plenary session and two workshops (unless otherwise agreed upon with VHLORA). On top of that, we offer an additional programme consisting of some inspirational sessions. You can find our programme on our website. 

We are happy to announce that we have set a date for Let's Talk Science 2025! Get a taste of science communication during the period July 1 until July 3 where you can brush up your communication skills. The Let's Talk Science programme consists of a plenary session and a maximum of 2 workshops. This year Let's Talk Science will be hosted by KU Leuven.

Our 2-step application procedure starts mid-April. From then on PhD students, postdocs and staff members – depending on the eligibility criteria of each university association – can apply for an account. From the beginning of May you can start composing your programme. Find out more about our registration procedure.

Stay tuned for an update on our programme!

The applications for a Let's Talk Science account are open right now! Registering for Let's Talk Science is a two-step procedure. First, we check if you are eligible to participate. 

Starting from May 6 2024, approved participants can log in and register for programme items. You can register for a maximum of one plenary session and two workshops (unless otherwise agreed upon with VHLORA). On top of that, we offer an additional programme consisting of a maximum of one visit to the Ghent University Museum and some inspirational sessions. You can find our programme on our website. 

We are happy to announce that we have set a date for Let's Talk Science 2024! Get a taste of science communication during the period July 2 until July 4 where you can brush up your communication skills. The Let's Talk Science programme consists of a plenary session and a maximum of 2 workshops. This year Let's Talk Science will be hosted by the University of Ghent.

Our 2-step application procedure starts mid-April. From then on PhD students, postdocs and staff members – depending on the eligibility criteria of each university association – can apply for an account. From May 6 you can start composing your programme. Find out more about our registration procedure.

Stay tuned for an update on our programme!

You can now log in and register for programme items via the yellow registration button. You can register for a maximum of one plenary session and two workshops. On top of that, we offer an additional programme consisting of maximum 1 visit and some inspirational sessions. You have limited time (half an hour) to complete your selection and confirm your programme. The system will automatically tell you when there is a time conflict or when there are no more places available.

Places for Let’s Talk Science are limited and we want to give as many researchers as possible the chance to participate. You can also change or cancel your registration until June 5. Therefore, if you cancel your registration after June 5, we will ask for a no-show fee of 150 euros. Valid reasons for late cancellation or for missing a session are:

- Illness, corroborated with a doctor’s certificate
- Circumstantial leave (brief leave of absence) with a certificate

If you haven't got an acccount yet, you can always apply via the registration button. After approval you can choose your programme as long as there are places still available. When you are not eligible to participate or when all places are occupied, you can still register for the online plenary session.

The applications for a Let's Talk Science account are open right now! Registering for Let's Talk Science is a two-step procedure. First, we check if you are eligible to participate. Due to limited places, we give priority to PhD students and postdocs.

Starting from May 4 2023, approved participants can log in and register for programme items. You can register for a maximum of one plenary session and two workshops. On top of that, we offer an additional programme consisting of a maximum of one visit to the Ghent University Museum and some inspirational sessions.

You can already find a glimpse of our programme on our website. Note: the programme is currently under construction. More sessions will be added in the course of the following weeks.

We are happy to announce that we have set a date for Let's Talk Science 2023! Get a taste of science communication during the period July 4 until July 6 where you can brush up your communication skills. The Let's Talk Science programme consists of a plenary session and a maximum of 2 workshops. This year Let's Talk Science will be hosted by the University of Ghent.

Our 2-step application procedure starts in April. From then on PhD students can apply for an account. If you are eligible your account will be approved. From May 4 you can start composing your programme. Find out more about our registration procedure.

Stay tuned for an update on our programme!

Three days of workshops, networking and exchanging ideas gave many researchers a push in the right direction to tell the world about their project. We welcomed more than 400 researchers at the VUB campus and 200 researchers online, attending Let's Talk Science 2022. See you again next year!

>>Go to the photos of Let's Talk Science 2022

>> Watch the livestream of the plenary session on making impact with your research