Regional workshop on science journalism underway
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, February 10 2015:
A 5-day regional training workshop on science journalism/writing for Northeastern students and scholars began on Tuesday at the Conference Hall of Anthropology Department, Manipur University, Canchipur.
The workshop has been organized by Manipur Science and Technology Council (MASTEC) in association with Department of Anthropology, Manipur University.
The workshop has been supported by NCSTC, Department of Science & Technology, Government of India.
Manipur University Vice Chancellor Prof HNK Sarma, Additional Director General of Prasar Bharati, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting and Additional Secretary (Science & Technology), Government of Manipur graced the inaugural function as Chief Guest, Guest of Honour and President respectively.
During the 5-day workshop, students and scholars will be imparted training on writing science articles writers with an objective to improve science coverage through the media.
The participants will develop scripts, articles on science topics and their works will be presented and discussed on February 13 at 10 am.