We are delighted to welcome you to this edition of Research Outreach. Our mission is to share the latest discoveries, insights, and innovations in a way that is inspiring and accessible to anyone – whether you’re a seasoned scientist or a curious newcomer. In this issue, we highlight the vital role that research plays in shaping our future, with a focus on diverse topics that demonstrate the power of science to drive change and improve lives.

The World Health Organization recently released a new Strategic Framework for the prevention and control of mpox, an infectious disease caused by the monkeypox virus. The Framework outlines an approach to galvanise and harmonise global action. Led by Dr Rosamund Lewis, the WHO technical lead for mpox, it sets out a clear roadmap for stakeholders and communities to work together to eliminate mpox outbreaks.

We also learn about the work of Professor Jane E Miller, a specialist in numeric literacy. She has published guidelines to help scientists and those communicating their work to clearly convey the methods, results, and implications of quantitative research. Her work challenges entrenched norms of research interpretation: since statistics influence opinion, those communicating the numbers must provide a well-rounded explanation of what they do – and do not – mean.

We invite you to engage with the content, share your thoughts, and join us in championing the transformative power of science.

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