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Becoming a Science Writer

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Published: February 25, 2021
 
|  Last Updated: March 4, 2021
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Laura Elizabeth Lansdowne , 
Lucy Lawrence , 
Molly Coddington
 & RJ Mackenzie

Science communicators serve an important role, bridging researchers with scientists in other fields, science professionals, industry experts and the general public.

"How do I become a science writer?" is a common question that we get asked here at Technology Networks. That is why for this installment of Teach Me in 10, the guests are … well, us! We wanted to share stories of how we became science writers and communicators, highlighting some of the things that we have learned through our journeys and to offer some top tips and tricks.

Further resources:    


8 Tips on How To Become a Science Writer

Meet the Editorial Team

The National Association of Science Writers

European Medical Writers Association

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Meet the Authors
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Laura Elizabeth Lansdowne
Managing Editor
Laura Lansdowne is the managing editor at Technology Networks, she holds a first-class honors degree in biology. Before her move into scientific publishing, Laura worked at the Wellcome Sanger Institute and GW Pharma.
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Lucy Lawrence
Senior Digital Content Producer
Lucy Lawrence is the Senior Digital Content Producer at Technology Networks. Her unwavering belief in the transformative power of science drives her to create exceptional content that educates, inspires, and entertains.
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Molly Coddington
Senior Science Writer
Molly Campbell is a senior science writer at Technology Networks. She holds a first-class honors degree in neuroscience. In 2021 Molly was shortlisted for the Women in Journalism Georgina Henry Award.
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RJ Mackenzie
RJ is a freelance science writer based in Glasgow. He covers biological and biomedical science, with a focus on the complexities and curiosities of the brain and emerging AI technologies. RJ was a science writer at Technology Networks for six years. RJ has a Master’s degree in Clinical Neurosciences from the University of Cambridge.
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