We, um, have, like, a problem: excessive use of fillers in scientific speech
Year: 2022
Type: article
Abstract: Although many articles exist on the use of filler words during public speaking, to our knowledge this is the first comprehensive discussion of the issue in the context of scientific presentations and speech in biomedical research. This Personal View discusses the problem of excessive filler use, the underlying causes, and tips for reducing fillers based on a combination of available literature and personal advice from a laboratory with nearly 40 years of experience in mentoring.
Authors: Douglas R. Seals, McKinley E. Coppock
Institution: University of Colorado Boulder
Language: English
Subfield: History and Philosophy of Science
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4295088057