John Lynch

Dr. John Lynch is a Professor at the University of Cincinnati in the Department of Communication, with a focus on bioethics, health communication, and the rhetoric of science and medicine. He has collaborated for over 15 years with Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center on ethical issues in genomic research, particularly regarding the return of results to families and adolescents. His academic roles include being a Clinical Research Ethicist and Graduate Director in Communication.

• Education:
  • Ph.D., University of Georgia (2005), Speech Communication
  • M.A., University of Pittsburgh (2000), Rhetoric and Communication
  • B.A., University of Dayton (1998), Communication and Philosophy

Dr. Lynch’s research explores the intersection of rhetoric, ethics, and science, with a focus on genetic research, public memory, and science policy. His recent publications analyze genomic exceptionalism, space exploration rhetoric, and precision medicine ethics. His work often involves collaborations with interdisciplinary teams, including ethicists and medical professionals.

Key scientific awards include the ARSTM Book Award (2020) and the NCA Health Communication Division Distinguished Book Award (2016). He has secured multiple grants from institutions like the National Human Genome Research Institute and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Lynch also serves on editorial boards and review panels for journals like American Journal of Bioethics and Rhetoric & Public Affairs.