Stacy Kish
Science Writing by a Scientist
A Highlight of My Work
Asteroid May Be a Chip Off the Old Moon
Researchers study near-earth objects like asteroids to assess their threat level but also to improve our understanding of the solar system. One asteroid, Kamo‘oalewa, maintains a stable orbit and makes a regular pass of Earth every April, opening a window to study this chunk of rock in greater detail.
“What was supposed to be a quick one-and-done summer project turned out to be way more interesting.”
Global Warming Could Rob Liquors of Their Flavor
Many of the botanicals used in traditional medicines and to flavor spirits, from absinthe to eau de vie, grow in alpine regions near the toes of glacial ice. As the planet warms and glacial ice retreats, this unique environment is changing and altering the diversity of the plant community.
“Habitat opens as a direct consequence of losing the glacier, but diversity decreases as competition increases from the species that persist.”
Snail Venom: Alternative to Opioids
What does a marine snail’s ability to kill prey with two shots of venom have to do with the opioid epidemic ravaging the United States?
More than you could imagine.
About Me
A scientist talking to scientists and bringing the latest discoveries to the people.
No AI. Just people sharing information for the greater good.
My Services
Writing
I am an expert at developing press releases, web articles, and feature stories to raise the visibility of scientific research for a broader audience, with work appearing in The New York Times, Forbes, The Washington Post, NPR, and the BBC, among others.
Technical Editing
I am an adept editor who can elevate the author’s voice while bringing clarity and plain language to the content and, where necessary, maintaining an organization’s brand voice. I have also served as technical editor on two textbooks.
Larger Projects
I have worked with scientific organizations to prepare minutes during annual and quarterly meetings to share outcomes with constituents and preserve a record of discussions for future consideration.