Alison Palmer

Background

About Alison Palmer

My professional mission is to communicate the impact of scientific research. As a trained chemist with almost 20 years of experience as a science writer and editor and over a decade of experience practicing knowledge mobilization, I'm uniquely positioned to strategically, methodically, and rigorously distill complex scientific discoveries and translate their real-world implications for diverse audiences. Specialties: Assessing the impact of funded research; translating scientific research for various audiences and user groups; developing and implementing strategic plans; managing project teams; creating, implementing, and evaluating knowledge mobilization and communications strategies; developing and fostering engaged relationships with governments, labour groups, NGOs, Indigenous organizations, and researchers across the country; organizing and facilitating knowledge exchange events; writing and editing science articles and publications; managing research training programs; developing and implementing social media and public relations strategies.