Melanie Byrd

Melanie Byrd is a scientist, science communicator, startup consultant, and now author. She holds a B.S. in biochemistry and a certificate in forensic sciences from the University of Texas at Austin and has been featured in TheOdyssey. Through engaging short-form video series such as Sexy Science, Is That a Good Way to Get Rid of a Body?, and Could That Kill Me, she inspires audiences to explore science in fun and unconventional ways. Passionate about education, Melanie hopes to bring her enthusiasm for science to small, rural high schools, motivating the next generation of scientists. She currently resides in Austin, Texas.