SNRSI Lectures

SNRSI organises public lectures for audiences interested in topics related to nuclear science and technology. These talks are open to anyone who is interested, including students.

Upcoming Lectures

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Abstract of the talk

As governments and societies grapple with increasingly complex scientific and technological issues, effective public communication is essential to building trust and supporting informed decision-making. This is particularly true for technologies such as nuclear energy, where public perceptions of risk can significantly shape policy discussions and outcomes.

In this lecture, Dr. Kelle Barfield will explore the factors that influence risk perception and discuss practical approaches to communicating uncertainty, engaging stakeholders, and building credibility with diverse audiences. Drawing on four decades of experience in stakeholder engagement, including extensive work in the nuclear sector, she will share lessons on fostering constructive dialogue around complex and sometimes contentious issues.

The session will be of interest to policymakers, researchers, communicators, academics, and members of the public interested in science communication, public engagement, and emerging technologies.

About the speaker

Dr. Kelle J. Barfield is a Fulbright specialist and U.S. consultant on nuclear energy stakeholder engagement. She began her work in nuclear communication in 1986 and serves as stakeholder engagement advisor to U.S. Department of State and the International Atomic Energy Agency. She holds a doctorate of education from the University of Southern California and master’s and bachelor’s degrees from Syracuse University and the University of Texas.

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