Shauna Hurley

Shauna Hurley is a science communications researcher, freelance writer and adviser to the Editor in Chief of the Cochrane Collaboration.

Shauna's PhD will explore the role and impact of social media in fostering the global backlash against science, scientific experts and public health authorities throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. It will consider if and how the growing global reach and power of the 'wellness' industry, influencers and popular podcasters can be countered in preparation for the next pandemic.