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Storytelling is a crucial yet often overlooked skill for scientists, essential in seminars, manuscripts, grant applications, and professional interactions. Drawing from my experiences across Brazil, the United States of America, India, and South Africa, I explore how crafting compelling narratives enhances scientific communication, increasing the likelihood of publishing, securing funding, and building collaborations. Reflecting on formative "hot seat" sessions at the National Institutes of Health, in the United States, I emphasize the importance of structuring ideas clearly, regardless of language fluency. Storytelling brings clarity, engagement, and logic to science, making research more relatable and impactful. Mastering this skill is essential for advancing scientific careers and effectively conveying complex ideas.
讲故事对科学家来说是一项至关重要却经常被忽视的技能，在研讨会、手稿、拨款申请和专业互动中都是必不可少的。根据我在巴西、美国、印度和南非的经历，我探索了如何制作引人注目的叙述来增强科学传播、增加发表的可能性、获得资助和建立合作。回顾美国国立卫生研究院（National Institutes of Health）形成性的“热席”会议，我强调，无论语言是否流利，清晰地组织思想都很重要。讲故事为科学带来了清晰、参与和逻辑，使研究更具相关性和影响力。掌握这项技能对于推进科学事业和有效地传达复杂的思想至关重要。
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