Bhismadev Chakrabarti

Professor
University of Reading

Bhismadev Chakrabarti is professor of neuroscience and mental health, and research director of the Centre for Autism, at the University of Reading in the United Kingdom.

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Spectrum

By Bhismadev Chakrabarti

14 November 2016

5 min read

Beyond citations: Why scientists need to engage with public

Scientists should regularly relate their work to a broad audience, and universities should support these efforts.

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Beyond citations: Why scientists need to engage with public

By Bhismadev Chakrabarti

14 November 2016 | 5 min read

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