Miss Vicky Bowskill

I joined the Open University in October 2019 as a CENTA research student, working with the Floodplain Meadows Partnership. My research has examined the sustainable management of floodplain meadows to balance agricultural produciton with biodiversity conservation through the effect of management strategies such as hay cutting date on both crop quality and yield, and the implications for various stakeholders.

With a passion for creative science communication, I am also an award-winning science illustrator, storyteller and creative consultant. In spring 2024 I founded Inklusive Nature CIC to help connect science and society through use of creative methods to support engaged research that addresses issues related to inclusion and/or the biodiversity and climate crises. By nurturing engagement with the research process within underrepresented groups, I aim to increase impact by inspiring empowered action.

Engaging, eye-catching visuals are a key part of effective science communication, helping to build trust and start conversations, capturing hearts and minds.  My academic experience includes both natural and social science methods, along with 20 years’ experience engaging various interest groups and publics in local government, third sector and academic settings. If you are interested in collaborating do get in touch to explore how we can work together on your community projects.