Clear Water Science Consulting
Coaching and communication solutions
About
Clear Water Science Consulting lowers barriers to understanding and collaboration.

We offer high quality English-language and science-language content solutions, consulting, and coaching.


Services
science, consulting, research, expert, editing, copyediting, grammar, English, error, correction
Content Solutions
Industrial and scientific copywriting and editing - whether it's experts, technical non-experts, or the general public, I will help you develop engaging, trustworthy, and easy-to-read content.
conversation partner, language partner, tutor, presentation training, science, consulting, research, expert, editing, copyediting, grammar, English, error, correction
Language and Communication Coaching
Do you feel that your English language skills reflect your professional skills? Become more comfortable, confident, and fluid with workplace communications.
graduate application, college application, personal essay, CV
Would you like someone on your side to make this phase of your training or career most meaningful and productive?
Fresh eyes, ears, and thoughtful questions to guide you through your studies, career decisions, and research journey.
editing, copyediting, grammar, English, error, correction
Is there something you want to do and haven't done yet? Do you know why? Gain clarity, get unstuck, navigate transitions and interpersonal dynamics.
Applying to graduate school? Expert consultation for your personal statement can help you elevate your story to show that you know their program in a way that stands out.
Build trust and engagement through clear, compelling, and accurate language that speaks to your audience.
Liane Siu Slaughter, Ph.D.
Dr. Liane Siu Slaughter is a STEM Graduate Admissions & Academic Coach, Well-being Champion, and Communication Strategist. As both a seasoned coach and content professional, she leverages her Ph.D. in Chemistry and 17 years of living and working in higher education to empower fellow STEM professionals and aspiring PhD students.

Dr. Slaughter champions well-being and the integration of work and life experience for success in STEM. Through one-on-one coaching and interactive workshops, she helps her clients cultivate the leadership, teamwork, and effective communication skills needed to thrive as fully integrated human beings, a prerequisite to making significant and sustainable contributions.

As a multilingual coach and consultant (English and Cantonese) with clients on 5 continents, Dr. Slaughter is able to connect with STEM professionals of diverse backgrounds. With the STEM landscape rapidly evolving, she helps everyone blend their technical mastery with the human-centric soft skills required to excel, live well, and make meaningful impacts in what matters to them.