Mark Bos

Dr. Mark Bos is an Assistant Professor in Science Communication at the Freudenthal Institute, Faculty of Science, Utrecht University. He focuses on public engagement with science, particularly through visual communication in health and climate domains. His research explores how visuals aid or hinder science communication, with applications in science journalism and sustainability initiatives. He leads the NWA project 'Hersenschimmen: Praten over Prikkels' (2024), examining AI's role in patient-scientist communication.

• Key Research Areas: Science Communication, Climate Communication, Health Communication, Pathways to Sustainability
• Current Projects: NWA Wetenschapscommunicatie 'Hersenschimmen', Interdisciplinary Education Development

Academic Contributions: Bos has published extensively on topics like climate communication strategies, visual health information design, and science journalism integrity, with recent 2024 works in Journalism Studies, Geoscience Communication, and European Journal of Health Communication. His research trends emphasize climate science, health literacy, and media-science dynamics.

Professional Activities: He serves as a peer reviewer for the Journal of Science Communication and chairs the Science for Sustainability advisory board (2023-present). His invited talks include workshops on reading strategies in biology education and visual science communication.