Sustainability
My background in sustainability and environmental sciences goes back decades. I contract with renewable energy clients to tell stories about the technological innovations shaping our world. Higher education clients appreciate that my extensive research experience helps me synthesize cutting-edge scientific discoveries for broad audiences. If you need support sharing your discoveries, just reach out.
The Yale School of the Environment reports good news on sourcing seeds for tropical forest restoration. Find out more about one professor’s work to preserve Panamanian rainforests.
This is one of my favorite pieces: an article that highlights a University of Washington professor’s innovative use of acoustics for the sake of sustainable architecture. Brand journalism like this is great for hooking your potential clients with a compelling narrative.
Did you know that concrete can sequester carbon? And that researchers are working on more sustainable concrete recipes every day?
Healthcare
As a scientist, I love sharing how researchers and clinicians are working to improve human health. If you need help distilling complex medical language into compelling, digestible pieces for your audiences, I’m your storyteller. Just hit “Get in Touch” to get the conversation started.
“New study points to racial and social barriers that block treatment for multiple myeloma”–for UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center.
“Cancer blood tests jumpstart diagnoses and targeted therapies”–for UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center
“New study spotlights radiation exposure from medical imaging for children with Down syndrome”–for UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center
“The missed cancer diagnoses: Impacts from COVID-19″–for UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center
“Engineered bone marrow shows promise for developing cancer treatment”–for UC Davis Health
Brand journalism: storytelling as marketing
Why not host your own website newsroom? Brand journalism is marketing material with a hook and a cast of vibrant characters. In the examples below, I translated complex scientific concepts for university clients and promoted the protection of northern Michigan’s precious freshwater resources. Let me enliven your organization’s publications with stories that attract readers and build trust in your brand.
Ancient Wisdom, New Technology: University of Michigan Professor Richard Janko is part of a team using AI and crowdsourcing to decipher ancient texts pulled from the wreckage of Mt. Vesuvius.
Annual reports keep your members, donors, investors, and the public informed about your valuable initiatives. They should tell captivating stories about the people and places that benefit from your work. With just a little bit of research and some in-depth interviews, I can create clear and compelling content that showcases your organization’s commitment to your community.
This was a rewarding piece on Ukrainian scholars finding refuge at the University of Michigan. It now only highlights the professors’ strength and determination in the face of war, but also showcases the bold initiative shown by U-M staff in quickly pulling together support for the scholars and their families.
Got a newsletter? Struggle to find enough content to fill it? I can help you with that. I spent over two years writing articles for and editing the Watershed Council’s Current Reflections newsletter. I’d love to help create an overarching strategy for your newsletters to showcase your accomplishments. Let’s integrate your hard work into a theme that resonates with readers.
Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council’s column in the Petoskey News-Review was a fantastic space to showcase the org’s efforts to protect the area’s freshwater resources, and to ask readers to join us. You can see in this piece how I start off with a story to place readers inside the action and help them relate to the importance of no-wake zones.
While I’m adept at translating scientific knowledge for generalist audiences, this story shows my ability to delve into policy issues. My research background in natural and social science helps me adapt quickly to an organization’s unique needs.
Science reporter: Raleigh News & Observer, Raleigh, North Carolina
In 2019, I was finishing my dissertation and looking to transition into science communication. I was incredibly fortunate to receive a Mass Media Fellowship from the American Association for the Advancement of Science. I spent my summer digging into the science scene of North Carolina’s Research Triangle. These clips demonstrate my ability to turn complex topics into readable material for a broad audience. You might also notice that rich, in-depth interviews are the backbone of these stories.
It’s a banner year for sea turtles along the North Carolina coast. What’s behind it?
“Imagine using flippers to crawl across across the beach in a body that can weigh up to 350 pounds…”
Outdoor Afro group works to get diverse populations to enjoy the great outdoors
“The day had been unbearably muggy, and a thunderstorm loomed in the distance. Despite the sweat streaming down a few faces, the group was there for a hike, and they weren’t giving up.”
Ankle sprains can lead to long-term health problems. Is the brain to blame?
“The problem is that up to 40 percent of people with sprains seem to develop chronic ankle instability. Having unstable joints can lead to people spraining their ankles over and over again.”
Move over kale. Insects are the new superfood
“Get ready to start putting crickets in your morning smoothies. According to researchers from the University of Teramo in Italy, some insects have more antioxidants than orange juice and olive oil.”
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