Point of View: Telling it like it is
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The author (centre) in full flow on the set of ‘Life Fantastic’, discussing the human lung.
Scientists involved in public engagement have the power to inspire future generations of scientists, influence government policy on controversial topics, and share their passion for science with a wide range of people.
FIGURE CREDIT: Copyright Paul Wilkinson (http://www.paulwilkinsonphotography.co.uk).
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Point of View: Telling it like it is
eLife 3:e04902.
https://doi.org/10.7554/eLife.04902