Alice G. Walton, PhD
About Alice G. Walton, PhD
Alice G. Walton, PhD, serves as the Scientific Communications and Agency Editorial Lead at Current Global, where she has worked since 2022. With extensive experience in health and science journalism, she has held various writing and editorial roles at notable institutions and publications, including Forbes Magazine and Michigan State University.
Current Role at Current Global
Alice G. Walton serves as the Scientific Communications and Agency Editorial Lead at Current Global. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to the agency's focus on scientific and corporate communications. In her role, she leads initiatives that bridge the gap between complex scientific information and effective communication strategies.
Previous Experience at Current Global
Before her current role, Walton worked at Current Global as the Director of Scientific Communications from 2021 to 2022. During her 11-month tenure in New York, she focused on enhancing the agency's scientific messaging and communication efforts.
Background in Health and Science Journalism
Walton has nearly a decade of experience in health and science journalism prior to her transition into agency work. She has held various writing positions, including roles at UCLA Health, The Johns Hopkins University, and Edelman, where she contributed to health-related content and communications.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Walton studied at Vassar College, where she earned an AB in English Literature and Biopsychology. She furthered her education at The Graduate Center, City University of New York, obtaining a PhD and MPhil in Biopsychology and Behavioral Neuroscience.
Contributions to Forbes Magazine
Since 2011, Walton has been a Senior Contributor for Forbes Magazine, focusing on healthcare topics. Her long-standing role highlights her expertise in writing and analyzing health-related issues for a broad audience.