Agnes Varghese

Agnes Varghese, PhD, is an accomplished professional currently serving as an American Psychological Association Congressional Science Fellow in the Office of Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester since September 2023. With extensive experience in child development research and media, Agnes has held various roles at the Center for Scholars & Storytellers, including Senior Fellow and Junior Fellow, and has collaborated on multiple projects. Previous positions include being an AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellow at USAID, contributing to counter-trafficking efforts, and serving as a Fellow in the Japan-U.S. Science Communication & Policy Fellowship Network Program. Agnes has also held leadership roles in data analytics and policy evaluation at the Journal of Science Policy & Governance and the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services. With a strong educational background, including a PhD in Developmental Psychology from the University of California, Riverside, Agnes has demonstrated a commitment to advancing science communication and policy through various academic and professional channels.