Alexander Hall

Dr. Alexander Hall is an Assistant Professor in Interdisciplinary Science at McMaster University, where he leads the Science in Society Lab. As a science communication expert, his work investigates the history of science in popular media and science-society interactions, particularly focusing on climate change, evolutionary biology, and meteorology communication.

• Ph.D., University of Manchester (2012)
• M.Sc. in Research Methods in the History of Science, University of Manchester (2009)
• B.Sc. in Environmental Studies, University of Manchester (2008)

His research examines:

• Science communication strategies in media
• Cultural interpretations of climate change
• Evolutionary narratives in global popular culture
• Historical development of weather forecasting
• Public engagement with scientific issues

Scientific works show particular focus on:

• Climate change communication (2015-2025)
• Evolutionary theory in broadcasting (2019-2024)
• Weather-society relationships (2015-2022)

• Societal Impact Seed Grant ($85,000) - 2023
• Co-founder, International Research Network for the Study of Science & Belief in Society

As Instructor, he teaches:

• Communicating Science for Professional Audiences (LIFESCI 3PP3/SCICOMM 3PP3)
• Narratives of Science (GEOG 721)
• Integrated Science I & II (ISCI 1A24A/ISCI 2A18A)