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Chad Wickman is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at Auburn University, part of the College of Liberal Arts. He specializes in rhetoric and composition with a focus on professional and public dimensions of technical, scientific, and medical communication. His research explores genre theory, scientific communication practices, and writing in health professions, emphasizing interdisciplinary connections between rhetoric and STEM fields.
Wickman holds a PhD in Rhetoric & Composition from Kent State University. His editorial leadership includes serving as past Editor-in-Chief of the international journal Written Communication. His research portfolio spans over a decade, with publications in journals like Rhetoric Review, Journal of Business and Technical Communication, and Environmental Communication.
His work examines rhetorical frameworks in scientific and medical contexts, such as biomedical research writing, medical case reports, and corporate crisis communication. He has analyzed the role of genre in shaping scientific practices, the semiotic power of writing in laboratories, and the ethical dimensions of open science and data ownership. His recent studies highlight the intersection of rhetoric, visualization, and experimental practices in scientific research.
Though no specific grants or advising roles are detailed here, his contributions to writing program development and editorial work reflect sustained engagement with academic and professional communication standards.
