Embriette Hyde

Managing Partner at Biofluent Communications | Freelance Science Writer | Forbes 30 Under 30 2016

Embriette Hyde is a prominent science communicator and the Managing Partner at Biofluent Communications, a firm specializing in bioscience communication. She has a diverse background that includes significant experience in scientific writing and research.

Education and Early Career

Hyde earned her PhD from Baylor College of Medicine, where she focused on the human microbiome and its implications for health and disease. Her doctoral research explored the complex interactions between genetic and environmental factors in human health. Following her PhD, she worked as a postdoctoral researcher in Dr. Rob Knight's lab, which is renowned for its work on microbiomes.

Professional Achievements

In addition to her role at Biofluent Communications, Hyde has been recognized as a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree in the science category for her contributions to microbiome research and science communication. She has also served as Project Manager for the American Gut Project, facilitating citizen science initiatives aimed at understanding human microbiomes.

Current Role

As Managing Partner at Biofluent Communications since February 2022, Hyde focuses on helping clients articulate their scientific work effectively to various audiences, ranging from academic institutions to biotech companies. Her portfolio includes a wide range of content types such as blog posts, white papers, social media campaigns, and press releases.1 2 3

Hyde's commitment to improving science communication stems from her belief that effective communication is essential for advancing scientific understanding and collaboration across disciplines.

Experience

Managing Partner at Biofluent Communications (February 2022 - Present)

Scientific Consultant and Research Consultant at Anaerobe Systems, Inc. (July 2019 - Present), Freelance Science Writer (July 2018 - Present), Editor at BioScience Writers, LLC (June 2014 - December 2018), Scientist and Editor at January, Inc. (November 2017 - July 2018), Assistant Project Scientist and Project Manager at University of California, San Diego (April 2016 - October 2017), Postdoctoral Scholar at University of California, San Diego (January 2015 - March 2016), Postdoctoral Research Associate at University of Colorado Boulder (May 2014 - December 2014), Graduate Student at Baylor College of Medicine (August 2010 - May 2014), Structured Learning Assistance Facilitator at Grand Valley State University (August 2009 - May 2010)

Education

PhD in Integrative Molecular and Biomedical Sciences from Baylor College of Medicine (2010 - 2014), BSc in Biomedical Science from Grand Valley State University (2005 - 2010), BA in Spanish from Grand Valley State University (2005 - 2010)