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PhD in Radiation Physics | Expert in Scientific Writing, Oncology Research & Science Communication

Profile Summary

PhD in Radiation Sciences | Scientific Writer & Editor | Oncology & Medical Research I’m a PhD-trained scientist with expertise in radiation physics, oncology, and science communication. I specialize in transforming complex research into clear, compelling content for academic, clinical, and funding audiences. My services include: Medical and scientific writing (manuscripts, grants, educational materials) Literature reviews and article editing Oncology-focused content development Patient-facing health communication At Canada’s top cancer centre, I worked closely with clinicians and researchers to develop content that supported major funding initiatives. I bring a strong balance of scientific rigor and clear communication to every project. Whether you need publication support or high-impact medical writing, I’d love to help bring your work to life.

Subject Matter Expertise

• ★ Medical Imaging/Radiology
• ★ Oncology
• ★ Science Communication
• ☆ Technical & Scientific Writing

Services

• Writing

Writing Medical Writing, Technical Writing, General Proofreading & Editing

Work Experience

McMaster University

- Present

Science Communications Strategist

Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

January 2021 - April 2025

Medical Editor

Klick Inc.

September 2019 - January 2021

Education

Medical/Radiation Physics

McMaster University

September 2014 - May 2019

Bachelor of Science, Physics

Western University

September 2009 - May 2014

Certifications

• Certification details not provided.

Publications

JOURNAL ARTICLE

Michelle Lord, Fiona E McNeill, James Gräfe, Michael Noseworthy, David R Chettle (2018). Self-identified gadolinium toxicity: comparison of gadolinium in bone and urine to healthy gadolinium-based contrast agent exposed volunteers . Physiological Measurement.

Michelle L. Lord, David R. Chettle, James L. Gräfe, Michael D. Noseworthy, Fiona E. McNeill (2018). Observed Deposition of Gadolinium in Bone Using a New Noninvasive in Vivo Biomedical Device: Results of a Small Pilot Feasibility Study . Radiology.

Z Keldani, M L Lord, F E McNeill, D R Chettle, James Gr&#228;fe (2017). Coherent normalization for<i>in vivo</i>measurements of gadolinium in bone . Physiological Measurement.

M.L. Lord, F.E. McNeill, J.L. Gr&#228;fe, A.L. Galusha, P.J. Parsons, M.D. Noseworthy, L. Howard, D.R. Chettle (2017). Confirming improved detection of gadolinium in bone using in vivo XRF . Applied Radiation and Isotopes.

M.L. Lord, F.E. McNeill, J.L. Gr&#228;fe, M.D. Noseworthy, D.R. Chettle (2016). A phantom-based feasibility study for detection of gadolinium in bone in-vivo using X-ray fluorescence . Applied Radiation and Isotopes.