The potential for graphical abstracts to enhance science communication.
Transl Behav Med
; 13(12): 891-895, 2023 12 15.
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| ID: mdl-37966942
It is important that scientists find ways to make their discoveries easier to understand by the public to help turn research into action. Graphical abstracts are a fairly new strategy for communicating science using pictures and words. They focus on just the important details of the study and the key points to remember. In this article, we describe the existing research about how to create engaging graphical abstracts. For example, graphical abstracts should have clear organization, use a solid background, employ an easily readable font, use simple pictures, contain restrained and accessible use of color, provide access the full article, and include the contact information for the lead author. Authors should get feedback on the graphical abstract prior to sharing it. We also discuss how graphical abstracts may improve access to research discoveries. However, more research is necessary on how to improve the design of graphical abstracts, to better engage patient, policymaker, and provider communities in improving health.
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Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Publicaciones
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Ciencia
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Comunicación
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Medios de Comunicación
Límite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Transl Behav Med
Año:
2023
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Article
País de afiliación:
Estados Unidos
Pais de publicación:
Reino Unido