The MRS also provides brief notes for scientists on how to deal with the press. The CVCP runs ExpertNet which acts as a clearing house for media requests, forwarding queries to university PR departments. So approach your PR people if you want to be on the receiving end of calls from the press. Working with schools Schools rightly attract a great deal of attention. Your own university or institute may well organise activities to help scientists and engineers to work with schools.
Most research councils operate extensive schools activities.
The Medical Research Council has published a brief brochure Scientists Talking to Secondary Schools . A compendium of practical experience . The document includes 30 case studies of projects at all age levels and has its own section on contacts and resources. A number of research councils hold conferences for sixth forms and for teachers. Various foundations are also active in this area.