Dr Alison Cooper
I have a PhD in Cognitive Neuropsychology with also have a background in Biological Neuroscience and a Diploma in Science Communication. This website gives a snapshot of some of my engagement activities and content that I have developed.
I have substantial professional experience in research management, working internationally and running a national partnership grant funded by UK Research and Innovation. I apply a range of project management techniques to content development. I have a good understanding of research funding, priorities and impact, and currently work fully independently so can offer a different dimension taking into account multiple stakeholders.
I am able to tackle creative, practical technical aspects in equal measure. I have recently upgraded my IT so that it is fully portable with access to relevant specialist software, and all data is backed up and stored securely.
Just to note to clarify expectations, I an NOT a presenter, so I do not give talks online and in person, make recordings or use images of myself. Occasionally I have used my own voice to provide audio links or in interviews but I aim to avoid this as much as possible as it distracts from the content.
I am registered as a sole trader and provide invoices, working to agreed project specifications, budgets and timelines. I have public liability insurance to cover workshops and can produce risk assessments with consideration of the location requirements. I have experience working in prestige, heritage, academic, community and outdoor locations.
My other activities include renovating a 150 year old house and dance from around the world.
Qualifications
- PhD Neuroimaging – University of Surrey, 2009
- Graduate Certificate in Leaching and Learning in Higher Education, University of Surrey, 2016
- MSc Cognitive Neuropsychology – University of York, 2016
- Museums and Education, University of Oxford, 2011
- Diploma in Science Communication, Birkbeck College, 2002
- MPhil Neuroscience, University of Birmingham, 2001
- BSc Hons Psychology, University of Sheffield, 1996
Thank you
Showroom Cinema, Sheffield
Sheffield Live Community Radio
The Royal Society
The World Vegetable Centre
Morley College
Oxford University GLAM
Association of British Science Writers
The British Science Museum
People who contributed skills and advice in interviewing and tech: Tasha Yee-King, Jacquie Bellamey, Michael Welsh, Outtara, Prof Noel Sharkey, Steve Cooper, Malcolm Love, Martin Redfern, Greg Weir
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