Catherine Zandonella

Catherine Zandonella is an accomplished professional dedicated to enhancing the public's understanding of research outcomes and societal benefits.

Currently serving as the Communications Manager at Princeton University, Catherine focuses on developing strategies to aid faculty members in effectively communicating their research through various mediums such as storytelling, writing, videos, and social media outreach.

She holds the position of editor at two prominent magazines, Discovery: Research at Princeton and Princeton Innovation, where she oversees the creation of compelling stories and videos that feature on both Princeton's and external news sites.

With a strong background in science communication, Catherine has previously worked as a freelance science writer for renowned publications including Nature magazine, New Scientist, and National Geographic's Green Guide.

Catherine Zandonella's influence in the field extends beyond her work at Princeton University, as she also served as the president of the University Research Magazine Association from 2019 to 2021, leading a network of professional research communicators from over 120 institutions.

With a solid educational foundation, Catherine pursued a Master's in Public Health with a focus on Environmental Toxicology from the University of California, Berkeley, and also completed the Science Writing Program at the University of California, Santa Cruz following her Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara.

Additionally, Catherine Zandonella has demonstrated her commitment to public service through her past role as a Peace Corps Volunteer.

As an accomplished author, she has penned the book 'Green Guide for Families,' published by National Geographic in 2010.