Alan Nursall

Nursall was born December 26, 1957, in Edmonton, Alberta and raised in the city. His parents taught at the University of Alberta, where his father was a professor of zoology.^[2][3]

Nursall, who has an M.Sc. in geography and meteorology, joined Science North in Sudbury, Ontario at its launch in 1984.^[2] He has been involved in all aspects of program and exhibit development at the science centre, and was a popular media commentator for his ability to explain scientific topics. He became science director of the institution in 2000, and served until 2007.^[4]

In 2007, Nursall founded NEXT Exhibits and Creative Communication, Inc, which specialises in providing exhibitions for museums and science centres.^[5]

From 2014 to 2023, Nursall served as the president and CEO of Telus World of Science-Edmonton.^[6][2]

Nursall's sister Catherine Mary Stewart is a film and television actress.^[2] His brother John Nursall is a freelance writer and has directed and produced multiple documentary projects.

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