Dr. Jules Barbati-Dajches is an analyst for the Center for Science and Democracy at the Union of Concerned Scientists. In their role, Dr. Barbati-Dajches leads and supports research to illustrate how science and equity are politicized and the impacts of such politicization. Their work supports campaigns that advocate for evidence-informed policy and the independence of science from inappropriate influence.
Prior to joining UCS, they worked in numerous research, teaching, and messaging capacities, having taught hundreds of undergraduate students, produced several peer-reviewed publications and book chapters, and provided message consulting to public health and sustainability campaigns and initiatives. Their PhD and postgrad research examined how different messaging factors (e.g., source, format, medium) influence perceptions and behaviors of political and social topics, with a common focus on social inequities and their impact on minoritized groups.
Dr. Barbati-Dajches has been quoted in outlets including the Los Angeles Times, E&E News, Ars Technica, and Chemical & Engineering News. They received their PhD in communication from the University of Arizona, and their MA and BA in communication from the University of Oklahoma.