Science Communication Research with Dr Merryn McKinnon

<p>Dr Merryn McKinnon's original degree was in marine science where, after the novelty of moving intertidal snails with a paint scraper wore off, she discovered that talking about her research to other people brought her far closer to her conservation goals than her actual project ever could.</p><p>This led her to the field of science communication where she has stayed ever since, working in a range of roles and countries. Merryn enjoys the diverse issues science communication allows her to explore, applying her innovative thinking and problem-solving skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Merryn has worked and conducted qualitative and quantitative research nationally and internationally, in both non-academic and academic roles. She regularly contributes to ABC Radio on ABC Sydney's <em>Nightlife</em> and Radio National's <em>Research Filter</em>, talking about interesting science from around the world. Merryn designs and delivers science communication workshops, as well as workshops specifically for women in STEM.</p><p><br></p><p>Merryn's research contributes to a better understanding of the relationship between science, media and publics. She conducts research which explores why publics react and respond to scientific issues the way they do in a variety of different disciplines including public health and conservation science. She is actively building a research program exploring the influence of equity, inclusion and intersectionality in STEM, especially STEM communication.</p><p><br></p><p>In our conversation, we talk about science communication research and perceptions of women STEM communicators.</p><p><br></p><p>Show Notes (<a href="https://steampoweredshow.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">link</a>)</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with STEAM Powered:</p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://steampoweredshow.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/steampoweredshow%E2%80%9D%3EYouTube%3C/a%3E%3Cbr%20/%3E%0A%3Ca%20href=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank