Agence PhDesign announces a new direction and expands its mission to bring science and society closer together
Quebec City, January 20, 2025 – Agence PhDesign, a key player in scientific communication, today announces a major transition with Ferial Slim taking over as CEO. This strategic turning point marks the start of a new era for the agency, reinforcing its commitment to connecting science and society in a more ambitious and inclusive way.
A broader vision and mission for scientific communication
Since its creation, Agence PhDesign has distinguished itself by its innovative approach to making research more visible, understandable and accessible. Today, under the direction of Ferial Slim, the agency is expanding its mission to better meet the needs of a diverse and evolving scientific community. In addition to its commitment to the research community, the agency is opening its doors to new players, such as innovative companies, technology start-ups, NGOs and other members of the science and innovation community.
“Agence PhDesign is more determined than ever to be a bridge between science and society,” says Ferial Slim, Managing Director. « Avec notre nouvelle mission, nous souhaitons non seulement renforcer nos liens avec les institutions scientifiques, mais également nous adapter à une audience plus large, en apportant des solutions créatives et stratégiques qui répondent aux défis actuels de la communication scientifique. »
In this new era, Agence PhDesign intends to pursue its mission of supporting those involved in science and innovation, by putting the human element and accessibility at the heart of each project. The agency is committed to popularizing scientific concepts for a wider audience, while maintaining a high level of quality and innovation in its services.
A renewed commitment to the research community
Agence PhDesign reaffirms its commitment to the research community, continuing to be a key player in the valorization of scientific knowledge. The agency intends to amplify its impact by further supporting the dissemination of knowledge and facilitating its appropriation by society.
Thanks to the previous management team
Agence PhDesign would like to sincerely thank the previous management team for their valuable contribution and commitment, which has enabled the agency to position itself as a leading player in the field of scientific communication. This transition is part of a profound respect for the agency’s heritage, while aiming to go further in creating value for the scientific community.
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About Agence PhDesign
Agence PhDesign is a communications agency dedicated to the scientific community. It offers creative and strategic solutions to help institutions, companies, the research community and other players in the field of science and innovation to promote their initiatives, raise public awareness and strengthen the impact of their projects on society.
Every project we undertake reflects a common goal: to make science accessible and impactful.
Whether we’re designing creative media, developing appropriate communication strategies, carrying out web projects or producing multimedia content, our achievements illustrate the diversity of our collaborations and the commitment we put into each approach.
https://www.agencephdesign.ca/
About Ferial Slim
A native of Tunisia, Ferial Slim has built a singular scientific career that has taken her all the way to Quebec. With an engineering degree in industrial biology, she deepened her knowledge with a master’s degree in molecular medicine, reinforcing her understanding of the life sciences and the complex challenges of research.
Her background is distinguished by a rich combination of experiences: several years devoted to scientific research, to which are added skills developed in scientific and strategic communication through a variety of collaborations.
Now at the helm of Agence PhDesign, Ferial aims to mobilize her multidisciplinary expertise to amplify the scope and impact of scientific communication projects. Her vision is based on a collaborative approach tailored to the specific needs of scientific players, while exploring innovative solutions to bring science and society closer together.
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