
Sharon Dunwoody
Expert on public understanding of science, particularly the role of mass media science, environment and health messages in serving as a catalyst for knowledge gain.
Professor emerita, journalism and mass communication School of Journalism and Mass Communications Work: 608-278-2939 — Home and cell phones available upon request dunwoody@wisc.edu Home page Twitter: @sharondunwoody
Topics
- Science literacy and journalism
- Risk communication
- Scientist-journalist interactions
- Environmental communication
- Media coverage of controversial science
Achievements
- Fellow, American Association for the Advancement of Science
- Past president, Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication
- Fellow, Society for Risk Analysis
- Fellow, Midwest Association for Public Opinion Research