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Where's The Rabbit? Translating Science and Technology

by Helen Moody, Communication Strategies, Inc, United States,



Document Type: Proceeding Paper

Part of: High Level Radioactive Waste Management 1990

Abstract:

Scientists and engineers must translate their 'Expertese' - their specialized languages - into words and ideas their different audiences can understand. The success of their individual careers, their professions, their organizations, and their societies depends on their ability to master the five levels of meaning.

Subject Headings: Waste management | Terminology and definition | Social factors | Radioactive wastes | Professional societies | Professional development | Organizations

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