Taunton P.

Taunton P. is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in science policy and data management, having served as Director of the Scientific Data Sharing Policy Division at the National Institutes of Health from September 2015 to June 2020. In this role, Taunton led systemic change in AI and research data policy, contributing to significant NIH policies and Executive Orders related to AI and national security. Prior roles included Senior Policy Analyst and Science Policy Analyst, focusing on human subjects protections and precision medicine. Academic credentials include dual Master's degrees in International History from Columbia University and the London School of Economics, with a thesis addressing international relations and space policy based on original archival research. Additional early career experience encompasses research and analysis in arms control and nuclear strategy.