Take Your Science to the Streets

Apply to Be a Speaker at Soapbox Science Rheinland 2025 in Düsseldorf

Are you a woman, non-binary, or genderqueer person working in science?
Are you passionate about your research in STEM?
Do you love sharing your science with others?

Then be a part of this year’s Soapbox Science event!

Soapbox Science is an exciting science communication event with a dual mission:

• To bring science to the public in an accessible, engaging, and inclusive way, reaching people who may not otherwise have the time, interest, opportunity, or resources to attend traditional science events
• To challenge stereotypes in science and increase the visibility of women and non-binary scientists.

Soapbox Science is a global initiative, taking place in countries all over the world. Since 2020, it has been organized annually in the Rheinland region—hence the name Soapbox Science Rheinland. This local event is a collaborative effort between the universities of Düsseldorf and Cologne, driven by the excellence clusters ML4Q,  CEPLAS, and CECAD.

This year’s event will take place on June 28, in the heart of Düsseldorf.

Why Apply?

As one of our 12 selected speakers, you’ll have the unique opportunity to:

• Share your research with a broad and curious public audience.
• Develop your science communication skills through dedicated training, including hands-on practical sessions offered before the event.
• Inspire the next generation to pursue careers in science and serve as a role model for future scientists, and an inclusive science community

Applications are open to scientists at all career stages, from early-career to senior researchers, who identify with the above criteria and are enthusiastic about making science fun and accessible. Presentations can be delivered in either English or German.

Apply by March 2nd, 2025 using this link.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact our organizing team: soapbox.rheinland@gmail.com