Talking Nerdy: Exploring Careers in Science Communication – December 1st, 2016

Talking Nerdy: Exploring Careers in Science Communication

December 1st, 2016; 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM, Virginia Tech Carilion Research Institute, R3012, 2 Riverside Circle, Roanoke


Dr. Sheyna Gifford, M.D., M.Sc., M.A.

Scientist-in-Residence, St. Louis Science Center

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Sheyna Gifford headshot

Sheyna Gifford, M.D., M.Sc., M.A. is a scientist, physician, science writer, and simulated astronaut for experimental long-duration space missions. She has degrees in Neuroscience, English Literature, Biotechnology, Medicine, and Science Journalism. A science journalist since 1997, she has been published in numerous newspapers and magazines, and has contributed to the creation of science documentaries for National Geographic, the History Channel, the BBC, VICE, and VSauce. She is currently the scientist-in-residence at the St. Louis Science Center.