Science & Spirits Little Italy: CHIentist Speakeasy

The CHIentist Speakeasy series seeks to foster connections and create a sense of camaraderie in the scientific community. Featuring short, informal talks delivered by a wide range of fun & brilliant speakers, this speakeasy is open to anyone who wants to hear about some cutting-edge research without the formality required for most science talks. Engage in conversations with fellow fans of science, ranging from scientists and researchers to science enthusiasts from all walks of life. Share your thoughts, exchange ideas, and build lasting connections as Vintage becomes a speakeasy for one night only!

Make sure to mention the password "research on the rocks" for admission!

Featured speakers:

Dr. Katrine Wallace, Epidemiologist & Science Communicator

Dr. Wallace holds a Ph.D. in Epidemiology and has professional experience and expertise in epidemiology, research design, biostatistics, and science communication.

She is currently an Epidemiologist and faculty member at University of Illinois Chicago, School of Public Health. Dr. Wallace is also an adjunct Lecturer at the Thomas Jefferson University College of Population Health.

She is also known as science communicator "Dr Kat" on her popular social media channels where she debunks medical misinformation and educates on epidemiology, vaccines, and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dr Wallace is a member of several science communication initiatives, such as: "Team Halo" (United Nations) and Project FIDES (World Health Organization). She was recognized by the UK Government as a "Vaccine Luminary" science communicator at the 2021 G7 Vaccine Confidence Summit.

Dr. Wallace has also been featured as an opinion contributor and has been interviewed or profiled in several mainstream media outlets such as: MSNBC, CNN, BBC World News,The Washington Post, The New York Times, Bloomberg, and National Public Radio.

She lives in Chicago and is an avid roller skater and vintage vespa scooter collector.

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