Professor Dr. Sarah Barnes

Biography

Sarah Barnes is a PhD candidate at the Australian National University, specifically within the College of Systems and Society. Her research focuses on public awareness of science, exploring science fan culture and the dynamics of online science audiences. She has a Master's degree in Science Communication from the Australian National Centre for Public Awareness of Science, which she is expected to complete in November 2024. Her academic journey began with a Bachelor's degree in Oceanography from the University of Washington, which she obtained in June 2020. Additionally, she holds a Graduate Diploma in Korean Language from the Defense Language Institute - Foreign Language Center at Presidio Monterey, completed in April 2013. Barnes is interested in developing effective strategies to communicate scientific concepts to diverse audiences, utilizing her background in both science and communication to bridge gaps between experts and the public. Her dedication to understanding and improving the public's engagement with scientific content is a driving force behind her research endeavors.

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