Science Communication

The Ansel Adams Wilderness of the California Sierra Nevada mountains is likely to experience major effects from climate change. Image courtesy of Alan Rhoades, © The Regents of the University of California, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Used in article, Snow-Capped Mountains at Risk from Climate Change

From dark matter to climate modeling, I tell stories of scientific research and discovery. I’m a environmental and science storyteller who excels in taking challenging scientific concepts and making them engaging to non-scientists in a way that sparks wonder and understanding. My education is in both ecology and science communication, while my experience spans a huge variety of scientific fields and platforms, including writing, audio-visual, and social media. 

I am interested in projects where I can use my science communication skills to increase access to scientific results, especially on climate change. By helping others understand scientific results and tell their own stories, I hope to support communities as they develop solutions. I am an active member of the National Association of Science Writers, having served as a mentor for students and a judge for their annual science writing competition multiple times.

I am also knowledgable about translating social science research into action. My environmental parenting advice book, Growing Sustainable Together, draws on psychology, sociology, urban planning, and communications research. I keep up to date on the latest social science on climate communications and can help organizations who wish to amp up their behavior change efforts or attract more people to advocacy work. 

Currently, I am the digital content manager for the Department of Energy’s Office of Science. View the archive of my feature articles and blog posts. In this role, I was recognized twice by the Best Short-Form Science Writing awards as well as interviewed about one of the pieces. I was even complemented by legendary science writer / editor David Perlman at the San Francisco Chronicle for my coverage of dark matter research in the article The Search for Dark Matter.

I am seeking opportunities in communications management, strategic communications, writing scientific narratives, social media outreach, and social media management. My LinkedIn profile provides my full resume. If you are interested in working with me on a science communication project, email me on shannon b shea (without spaces) at gmail dot com or fill out my contact form.