Science X editorial team

[Andrew Zinin]

Andrew Zinin

Chief Editor

Master's in physics with research experience. Long-time science news enthusiast. Plays key role in Science X's editorial success.

[Robert Egan]

Robert Egan

Senior Editor

Bachelor's in mathematical biology, Master's in creative writing. Well-traveled with unique perspectives on science and language.

[Alexander Pol]

Alexander Pol

Deputy Editor

PhD nano-engineering from Delft University. Published researcher and journal reviewer. Brings scientific insight to content standards.

[Gaby Clark]

Gaby Clark

Scientific Editor

MA in English, copy editor since 2021 with experience in higher education and health content. Dedicated to trustworthy science news.

[Lisa Lock]

Lisa Lock

Scientific Editor

BA art history, MA material culture. Former museum editor, paramedic, and transplant coordinator. Editing for Science X since 2021.

[Sadie Harley]

Sadie Harley

Scientific Editor

BSc Life Sciences & Ecology. Microbiology lab background with pharmaceutical news experience in oil, gas, and renewable industries.

[Stephanie Baum]

Stephanie Baum

Scientific Editor

Master's in TESOL from The New School. Passionate about language learning and editing science news on biology and space exploration.

[Swati Mestri]

Swati Mestri

Scientific Editor

Swati Mestri holds a bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering and has worked as a content editor since 2019. She has experience editing research documents across technology, health care, and materials science, and has a particular interest in technology and space.

[Bala Murugan]

Bala Murugan

Content Editor

Bala is a medical language specialist with over 25 years of experience in medical documentation and quality assurance. With a postgraduate degree in Biochemistry, he brings scientific expertise and editorial precision to Science X's health and medical news coverage.

[Christopher Packham]

Christopher Packham

Content Editor

Writer since 2003 for Kansas City Star and The Pitch. Copyediting for Science X since 2013. New York-based with diverse media experience.

[Owen Ferguson]

Owen Ferguson

Content Editor

Technical writing editor since 1998 with Toronto Star. Graduated from University of Waterloo. Copy editing for Science X since 2020.

[John Benson]

John Benson

Honorary Editor

John joined Science X in 2006 and his guidance was invaluable in creating reliable and trustworthy science and technology stories for Science X.

[Chris Packham]

Chris Packham

Author

Writes Saturday Citations, a weekly roundup reviewing the most important stories and developments from the previous week.

[David Appell]

David Appell

Author

David Appell is an Oregon-based freelance science writer whose work has appeared in Scientific American, New Scientist, Physics World, and The Washington Post. He holds a Ph.D. in physics from Stony Brook University.

[Delthia Ricks]

Delthia Ricks

Author

Award-winning science writer published in Newsday and Discover Magazine. Author of four books. UCLA and Columbia graduate.

[Hannah Bird]

Hannah Bird

Author

PhD Earth Sciences in oceanography and paleontology. 10+ years translating complex science for mainstream media audiences.

[Ingrid Fadelli]

Ingrid Fadelli

Author

Freelance journalist with BSc Psychology and MA International Journalism. Covers AI, robotics, neuroscience, and astrophysics since 2018.

[Krystal Kasal]

Krystal Kasal

Author

Freelance science writer with Master's in physics. Five years clinical research and physics education experience. Science communicator.

[Paul Arnold]

Paul Arnold

Author

BSc Biology from University of London. BBC documentary producer with world travel experience. Freelances from southern Spain.

[Pranjal Malewar]

Pranjal Malewar

Author

This author skipped the bio and went straight to publishing stories.

[Sam Jarman]

Sam Jarman

Author

Science X contributing writer; covers astrophysics, novel materials, medical imaging, and bio-inspired tech.

[Sandee Oster]

Sandee Oster

Author

Archaeology PhD candidate at Witwatersrand. Science writer for Science X and archaeology blogger. Field research in South Africa.

[Sanjukta Mondal]

Sanjukta Mondal

Author

Master's in Chemistry. Freelance science journalist and communicator. Published in Chemistry World, BioSpace, and The Hindu.

[Sayan Tribedi]

Sayan Tribedi

Author

Sayan Tribedi is a freelance science journalist based in Kolkata, India, with a background in chemistry and bioinformatics.

[Shreejaya Karantha]

Shreejaya Karantha

Author

Shreejaya Karantha is a science writer and astronomy communicator based in India, with a focus on astrophysics and the early universe.

[Stephanie Baum]

Stephanie Baum

Author

Stephanie holds a Master's degree in TESOL from The New School in New York, and joined Science X in 2021.

[Tejasri Gururaj]

Tejasri Gururaj

Author

Freelance science writer with MS in Physics. Explores diverse scientific disciplines through research-driven writing.

[Tomasz Nowakowski]

Tomasz Nowakowski

Author

Space enthusiast and amateur astronomer. Founded Astro Watch astronomy blog.

[Bob Yirka]

Bob Yirka

Author

BS Computer Science, MS Information Systems. 35-year telecom career. Passionate about science and technology research and writing.

[Charles Blue]

Charles Blue

Author

35+ years science writing experience. Specializes in geophysics, astrophysics, and radio astronomy. Multi-talented musician.

[John Hewitt]

John Hewitt

Author

Physics and neuroscience background. Founded biomedical instruments company. Writes on neuroscience, cell biology, and technology.

[Justin Jackson]

Justin Jackson

Author

Host of This Week in Science podcast since 2004. Biotech and genomics lab experience. Passionate science communicator for all.

[Lisa Zyga]

Lisa Zyga

Author

BA Rhetoric from University of Illinois. Fermilab science writing intern. Freelance writer for science publications since 2005.

[Peter Grad]

Peter Grad

Author

Reporter and editor for 32 years at The Record. Computer columnist. Pioneered multimedia newspaper concepts for digital age.

[Rachel Christopher]

Rachel Christopher

Author

This author skipped the bio and went straight to publishing stories.

[Sarah Katz]

Sarah Katz

Author

This author has words for articles, but apparently none left for a bio.

[Stuart Mason Dambrot]

Stuart Mason Dambrot

Author

Consilientist analyzing interconnections across knowledge areas. Futurist tracking trends in computing, neuroscience, and biotechnology.

[Thamarasee Jeewandara]

Thamarasee Jeewandara

Author

PhD Medicine and Bioengineering from University of Sydney. Postdoctoral researcher in biochemistry, genetics, and biotechnology.