Victoria Driscoll

Victoria Driscoll is a prominent figure in the field of neuroscience and psychology, currently serving as the Managing Editor of Neuroscience News, a platform dedicated to disseminating research and news related to various aspects of neuroscience, psychology, and mental health. She has held this position since March 2005, contributing significantly to the publication's content and outreach efforts for nearly two decades.13

Background and Education

Driscoll has a diverse educational background that includes:

• BSc in Psychology from the University of Westminster (2003-2006).
• BA in Theology and Drama from St. Mary's College (1997-2000).
• PGCE in Secondary Education and Teaching from St. Mary's College (2000-2001) .1

Professional Experience

In addition to her role at Neuroscience News, Driscoll was the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Clinically Psyched, an online platform focused on mental health topics, from June 2005 to August 2013.14 Her work encompasses not only editorial responsibilities but also contributions to web development and social media science communication.

Writing and Research

Driscoll has authored papers on subjects such as clinical psychology and neurotheology. She is also a dystopian fiction writer, having recently completed her debut novel, which explores themes within patriarchal dystopian settings.12

Skills and Specialties

Her expertise spans various areas, including:

• News media
• Clinical psychology
• Science communication
• Writing
• Neurotheology
• Politics

Driscoll's multifaceted career reflects her commitment to advancing knowledge in neuroscience while engaging with broader societal issues through her writing and editorial work.1