Sue Nelson is an award-winning science journalist, broadcaster, and filmmaker, known for her contributions to BBC radio and television. After presenting ‘Formula Five’ on BBC Radio 5 from 1990 to 1994, Sue Nelson established herself as a leading voice in science communication. She served as Science and Technology Correspondent for BBC News 24 and BBC Television News from 1997 to 2005, also presenting ‘Right Stuff, Wrong Sex : Female Astronauts’ in 1997. During this period, Nelson was also a presenter for ‘The Material World’ on BBC Radio 4.
In 2022, Sue Nelson shared her personal journey of understanding autism following her diagnosis, further extending her public engagement into health and awareness. She continues to be an active voice in science communication, through her ongoing work with Boffin Media and her contributions as a celebrated author and broadcaster.