Employing Educational Videos to Promote Exercise and Healthy Aging in Older Adults
A set of simple videos helped older adults feel empowered—not judged—to take charge of their health.
Mariella A. Mestres-Villanueva
Mariella (she/her/ella) is a Medical Writer at Intermountain Health. She previously worked as a Clinical Research Specialist, coordinating human subjects' studies and research in different branches of Oncology.
Outside of work, she spends her time reading (speculative fiction is her favorite genre!), bouldering, and watching horror movies.-
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The Role Gestures Play in Pre-School Children’s Understanding and Communication of Science
Physically “doing” science can help the youngest learners understand and communicate about science.
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How Clinicians Correct Patient Misconceptions Using SciComm Practices
The key? Avoiding pedantry, establishing common ground, and understanding the rationale behind patient misconceptions.
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Oohing and Aahing: Establishing Awe as a Learned Behavior
Using awe to engage an audience in science might not be so awesome after all.
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Quid Pro Quo: Does Sharing Personal Details Encourage Audiences to Lend Their Trust?
Researchers who share personal details about themselves can increase the layperson’s perception of their benevolence and integrity.
