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2,842,626 views | Melissa Marshall • TEDGlobal 2012

Melissa Marshall brings a message to all scientists (from non-scientists): We're fascinated by what you're doing. So tell us about it -- in a way we can understand. In just 4 minutes, she shares powerful tips on presenting complex scientific ideas to a general audience.

Melissa Marshall brings a message to all scientists (from non-scientists): We're fascinated by what you're doing. So tell us about it -- in a way we can understand. In just 4 minutes, she shares powerful tips on presenting complex scientific ideas to a general audience.

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Melissa Marshall

Communications teacher

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Melissa Marshall aims to teach great communication skills to scientists and engineers, so that they can effectively share their work.

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