Merryn McKinnon

Merryn McKinnon is an Associate Professor and Associate Dean (Education) at The Australian National University since July 2012, specializing in science communication with a focus on topics such as media representation of science, health promotion, and equity in STEM. McKinnon previously held roles as a Senior Lecturer and Research Fellow and contributed to the Women in STEM Decadal Plan at the Australian Academy of Science. Participation in the Homeward Bound program in 2016, followed by serving as an on-board faculty member for the 2018 cohort, highlights McKinnon's commitment to women's leadership in STEM. McKinnon's educational background includes a PhD in Science Communication from The Australian National University, a Master's in Journalism from the University of Wollongong, and a Bachelor's in Marine Science (Honours) from the University of Newcastle.