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Laura Dawes is an award-winning historian, author, and broadcaster with a strong focus on communication in the history of science, medicine, and law. Her research, writing, and teaching investigate the modern history of science, particularly in relation to public engagement. Having previously worked in various media, including print, radio, and television, she has received accolades such as the Wellcome Trust/Guardian Science Writing Prize. Dawes is known for her contributions to documentaries on platforms such as PBS and the History Channel. Her publications include the critically acclaimed book 'Childhood Obesity in America: A Biography of an Epidemic' (2014) and 'Fighting Fit: Wartime Battle for Britain’s Health', which was shortlisted for the ACT Book of the Year. She holds a PhD from Harvard University in the History of Science, and degrees from Oxford University and Murdoch University. Dawes has received multiple awards throughout her career, including the Vice-Chancellor's Award for Academic Excellence and various prestigious fellowships. Her research interests encompass the intersection of the history of science and medicine, public policy, and law, focusing on public communication regarding science and health.
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