Covering science can be tricky, so we’ve put together a guide to help out busy journalists.
We want to help reporters who want to get the science right, so here we’re covering the basics of everything from the peer review process in scientific research, through to the tricky issue of trying to write a “balanced” science story when the weight of scientific evidence may be overwhelmingly on one side.
You’ll find a ten-point checklist for approaching science-related subjects, tips on accessing and reading research articles, and a guide for spotting bad science.
You’ll also find information about Scimex.org, our go-to portal for journalists, where you will gain embargoed access to new research, an expert database and a multimedia library of science-related images that are free to use.
Updated 2026: The latest Desk Guide for Journalists contains an expertise guide to help you navigate ongoing changes in the science sector.
Alternatively, get in touch with the SMC to request your very own hard copy.