Science Communication Research with Dr Merryn McKinnon (#25)

<p><strong>Dr Merryn McKinnon's</strong> 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>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>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>In our conversation, we talk about science communication research and perceptions of women STEM communicators.</p> <p>Show Notes (<a href="“https://steampoweredshow.com/shows/merryn-mckinnon/”">link</a>)</p> <p>Connect with STEAM Powered:</p> <p><a href="https://steampoweredshow.com">Website</a><br> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/steampoweredshow”>YouTube</a><br /> <a href=">Facebook</a><br> <a href="https://instagram.com/steampoweredshow">Instagram</a><br> <a href="https://twitter.com/steampoweredshw">Twitter</a><br> <a href="https://www.patr