Help us welcome our wonderful new science policy intern

@AndrewRay_1

Profile of our magical new EMCR Forum science policy intern

Name: Andrew Ray

Position: Science policy intern, EMCR Forum | Research assistant, ANU College of Law

ECR or MCR?

Pre-ECR! I am finalising my undergraduate degree this year.

What are your studies in?

I am in my final year of a combined degree in Science/Law (Honours) at the ANU, with a major in Science Communication and a minor in Physics. Throughout my studies I have focused on the overlap between law and science, with a strong interest in policy work. I have co-authored submissions to 20 parliamentary inquiries with a particular emphasis on the impact of emerging technologies on the law. I have also published articles in the fields of environmental and technology law.

Where do you live and where are you from?

I live just outside of Canberra, where I was also born.

Why did you want to intern with the EMCR Forum?

As part of a science communication subject in semester one this year, I helped to conduct a review of the EMCR Forum’s communication strategy and activities. Through this work I was exposed to the work of the Forum and worked closely with several members of the Executive. This was a fantastic opportunity, and I wanted to continue this work into the second half of the year. As a science policy intern, I have been able to work closely with members of the Executive to draft submissions to parliamentary inquiries and I am also working on new outreach and engagement activities.

Hobbies and fun facts about you?

I am a softball and baseball umpire and love all things science fiction!