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Alexa Jay

Senior Science Writer

As Senior Science Writer, Alexa Jay oversees the development of annual reporting and helps create outreach and other program materials. She served as Chapter Lead for the Overview chapter of the Fourth and Fifth National Climate Assessments, and lead editor of USGCRP's 2022-2031 Strategic Plan. 

Prior to joining USGCRP, Alexa held positions with the CGIAR Research Program on Climate Change, Agriculture, and Food Security and the International Research Institute for Climate and Society. She has experience in a number of science communications roles, and specializes in climate research, scientific translation, and project management.

Alexa holds a B.A. in Anthropology from Wesleyan University, and an M.A. in Climate and Society from Columbia University.