Science Is Fun: A Brainy Comedy Account Brings Laughter and Education to the Scientific Community
LONDON, ENGLAND - A popular Instagram account that celebrates the beauty of intersection with humor has now garnered a whopping 2.1 million followers worldwide.
"Science is Fun," brainchild of Tomas Rosko, has been gaining momentum since its inception in August 2018, aiming to bring science lovers together through funny and relatable content. The account aims to popularize science in an appealing way that resonates with people's emotions rather than just being a dry subject matter.
Tomas, the founder, once shared his inspiration behind creating the project - "I always loved two things: humor and science, but I rarely saw these two topics at once."
The Instagram account regularly posts visually-appealing memes showcasing interesting scientific facts that could explain everything around you.
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Inside 'Science is Fun': A Key Creator's Goal
During an early interview, Tomas revealed the core goals of his innovative content creation endeavor - "To popularize science in a way people might find it interesting," he emphasized.
Tomas believes that high-quality memes often rely on several key factors. The creator explained:
"When the meme requires some (but a low) level of education, there is a chance it will make more sense for the majority of the audience,” he said.
He then highlighted how combining learning with humor has powerful emotional effects and how linking science to our daily lives contributes significantly towards sharing its significance in society.