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Laura Henderson

Laura Henderson

Laura has 20 years’ experience in academic publishing. As part of the Frontiers Research Foundation, she strategically directs the unique open-access science-engagement project, Frontiers for Young Minds. Previously she led high-value academic journal programs with Frontiers and formerly project-managed and commissioned books for Cambridge University Press.

Passionate about open science and publishing innovation, she has spoken at many academic conferences, both international and virtual, as an invited speaker and educator for early-career researchers. For FYM, she has driven award wins, and given showcase talks, for: innovative Science Engagement at Falling Walls Science Summit 2022; Significant Impact at Open Education Global Awards 2024; Special Mention for Digital Reading Experience at Bologna Children’s Book Fair Awards 2025.

Laura holds MA and MPhil degrees from Cambridge University, is an experienced trainer and training creator, and acts as a certified ALPSP Mentor for Publishing.