A 100-word lay summary sounds simple, but getting every word to count is harder than it looks. In this episode, Jen and Michael share practical tips for writing summaries that actually make people care. From finding a strong hook to focusing on impact (not methods), they talk through how to make your research clear, engaging, and accessible for non-expert readers. Perfect for anyone tackling grant applications, scholarships, or research submissions.

You can find more great advice here:

• https://www.elsevier.com/en-au/connect/in-a-nutshell-how-to-write-a-lay-summary

• https://researcher.life/blog/article/how-to-write-a-lay-summary-10-tips-for-researchers/

• https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.1500882112

Transcript: https://go.unimelb.edu.au/z9x2