Charissa Egger

Class of 2026

Charissa Egger is a science writer and journalist with a background in biology and neuroscience. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from the University of Victoria and a master’s degree in science in cognitive and clinical neuroscience from Middlesex University London. She has worked in science communication across various sectors, translating complex health information, particularly related to weight loss, for both professional and lay audiences. Her research has explored how bodily perception shapes social cognition and she is deeply interested in illuminating the scientific process for broader public audiences. Her focus is on covering the nuances of topics in cognition, neuroscience and psychology.

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