Science Journal

“Knowledge is Power”: the Ins and Outs of Science Journalism

In this episode of Science Journal, we spoke to Christina Paschyn, professor of health and science journalism at Northwestern University in Qatar, and professor Scheherazade Safla-Gafoor about science journalism, the training that goes behind it, and the challenges that science journalists face. Tune in to hear about harmful clickbait science articles and the importance of extensive research and peer-reviewed articles in science journalism. 

The Story of Interactive Entertainment and How Video Games Came to Rule the World

In this episode join us on a deep dive to talk about interactive entertainment and how video games have over the past few decades become one of the largest segments in consumer entertainment. Learn about how video games have managed to dominate the world through a mix of technological innovation, ingenuity, and upward oriented progress.

Click on the links below if you want to read some of Shaheer's research on video games:

The Age of Pokémon on Shaheer's LinkedIn

The Popular Culture of Football and the 2022 Qatar World Cup on Shaheer's LinkedIn

Social Media and the Art of Content Creation with Ali Raza

In this episode, the Science Journal Team is in communication with Ali Raza, a social media content creator on Instagram and YouTube. Ali Raza shares with us the techniques that have led him to become a mainstream social media influencer. He tell us his process for content creation, how we grew and sustained a dedicated audience and what advise he has for other budding content creators.

A Fireside Chat with Latif Nasser

In this episode, the Science Journal team spoke with Latif Nasser, a science journalist and researcher. He hosted the well-received WNYC Radiolab podcast, The Other Latif, where he investigated the story of Guantanamo Bay detainee Abdul Latif Nasir. Latif Nasser also produced and hosted the Netflix show Connected, where he visits interesting places, speaks with scientists and others to explore how seemingly unnoticeable things are connected. Latif Nasser shared illuminating insights from his journey of content creation.

Our Verdict on Don’t Look Up - the Netflix Film and its Social Commentary

Don't Look Up starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence is one of the biggest films on Netflix. In this episode, the Science Journal team is joined by our guest Ezra Nkala to talk about the film. Is it a good movie? How does the film portray journalism? Why don't critics like it? What does it tell us about ourselves and human beings and the world we inhabit? Join us on this episode to find out.

A Look Back at Expo Dubai 2020 Featuring CNN Arabic Journalist Samya Ayish

In this episode, the science journal team spoke to Samya Ayish, a reporter at CNN Arabic in Dubai, about the Dubai expo, which took place from October 2021 until March 2022. We discussed the main themes of Expo 2020, which included innovation, technology, education, and climate change. We also discussed the reporting practices during an event of that scope and how to overcome the challenges involved.

Science Journal at The WISE Summit: A Chat with QUYSC Research Assistants - Ruba Ali & Shahad AlKhair

In this episode, the Science Journal team participated in the WISE Summit 2021, a biannual education forum that brings together innovators and scholars from all around the world to promote debate, and critical thinking and initiate purposeful action. We spoke to Qatar University Young Scientist Center’s research assistants and Qatar University engineering graduates Ruba Ali and Shahad AlKhair about the workshops they host for students and their educational and pedagogical practices for educating the youth about science.

Science Journal at The WISE Summit: A Chat with Senior UNICEF advisor - Naza Alakija

In this episode, the science journal team participated in the Wise Summit, a biannual education forum that brings together innovators and scholars from all around the world to promote debate, critical thinking and initiate purposeful action. We spoke to senior UNICEF advisor and founder of the Sage Foundation, Naza Alakija, about several global issues, particularly climate change and the education of women across the world.

Science Journal at The WISE Summit: A Chat with TIME’s 2020 kid of the year - Gitanjali Rao

In this episode, the science journal team participated in the Wise Summit, a biannual education forum that brings together innovators and scholars from all around the world to promote debate, critical thinking and initiate purposeful action. We spoke to Gitanjali Rao, an inventor, scientist, author, and STEM promoter from Colorado about her inventions, her process, and her experience.

The Age of NFTs

In this episode, the Science Journal team is joined by digital artist Fairuz Yosef to discuss NFTs. Why are people forking over millions of dollars for images that you can download from the internet for free? Listen to the episode to find out how we created our very own NFT. All proceeds from the sale of our NFT will go to the Qatar Red Crescent. You can find our NFT “Starry Night Redux” by clicking here.