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About

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Christy Kestner, PhD

Neuroimmunologist | Science Communicator | Scientific Consultant

Making neuroscience and immunology accessible while building scientific literacy in an age of misinformation.

About me

Hi, I’m Christy. I’m a PhD-trained neuroscientist and neuroimmunologist, science communicator, writer, and consultant.

I spent more than a decade in academic research, earning my PhD in neuroimmunology and completing postdoctoral training in oncology drug discovery before moving into science communication and consulting. My scientific background spans neuroscience, neuroimmunology, immunology, cancer biology, and drug development.

Contact

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Get in touch to discuss consulting, scientific writing, content development, speaking, collaborations, or other projects.

Contact me at Brainandbeyond.scicomm@gmail.com

Connect

Media

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Podcasts, interviews and speaking

Conversations and speaking engagements exploring neuroscience, neuroimmunology, scientific literacy, science communication, and careers in science.

Podcasts and interviews

TogetherForSharon — Parkinson’s awareness
The Right Principle — neuroimmunology, brain health and science communication
MedEvidence — from bench science to medical communication
MSwired Podcast — how the immune system shapes the brain
Vitals & Voices — from scientist to science communicator
Anatomy & Physiology: Bit by Bit — what is cancer?
Anatomy & Physiology: Bit by Bit — neuroscience, immunity and vaccines

Speaking

Florida Atlantic University: Medi-Futures — guest speaker on careers in neuroscience and science communication

Media and features

Dr. Kestner’s work has been recognized by scientific, educational, and media organizations for advancing evidence-based science communication. Her work and expertise in neuroscience, neuroimmunology, scientific literacy, and science communication have been featured across educational platforms, professional organizations, and digital media.

Resources

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Science resources

Explore the research and resources behind Brain & Beyond.

Content library — browse Brain & Beyond science content by topic, including neuroscience, immunology, scientific literacy, health, and more
Reference library — the peer-reviewed research and scientific sources behind Brain & Beyond content

Work with Me

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Science communication and consulting

I work with biotech, digital health, science media, and research organizations to translate complex scientific evidence into accurate, accessible, and engaging content and products.

My work combines deep scientific expertise with experience in science communication, scientific writing, content development, and product consulting.

Areas of expertise

Neuroscience and neuroimmunology
Immunology and oncology
Scientific and medical writing
Science communication and public education
Scientific content strategy
Digital health and neurotechnology
Scientific review and quality assurance
Research translation and literature review
Educational content development
Speaking and expert commentary

Interested in working together? Get in touch to discuss consulting, scientific writing, content development, speaking, collaborations, or other projects.

Writing & Research

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Articles and writing

Selected long-form science writing across neuroscience, immunology, oncology, cell biology, health, and scientific literacy.

MedEvidence

Sci-Illustrate: The League of Extraordinary Cell Types

Seven published articles exploring the biology of specialized cell types through evidence-based science storytelling.

Substack

Long-form writing on science, scientific literacy, and the intersection of research and everyday life.