Science writing and editing

From long-form science features and impact reports to web copy and opinion pieces, I write and edit clear, engaging content that turns research into stories that inform, educate and inspire.

Struggling to do more with your science content?

Communicating research effectively requires a delicate balance: deep understanding of the way research is done and the ability to leave out what’s not needed. In my 15+ years' experience I’ve written, ghost written and edited hundreds of pieces of content in a range of formats and voices for different channels. My background as a research scientist helps me understand your work and my expertise as a communicator means I can distill your priorities into something your audience wants and needs.

From communications teams to scientists looking to reach new audiences I see similar challenges:

Dense academic jargon: your research, reports and thought leadership get lost when you don’t embrace accessible language. Holding too tight to jargon means you’re not inviting potential new collaborators in.
Tight deadlines: science is a long game but it often feels like the communication materials and content was needed yesterday.
Inconsistent tone: managing multiple authors or contributors across publications and channels leaves people with mixed messages and a lack of clarity on what your organisation cares about.
Lack of specialised capacity: your team is stretched too thin to handle long-form storytelling and specialised editorial content. You’re sitting on a goldmine of content you could remix and repurpose if you only publish press releases on your website.

From one off pieces to regular writing or editing, I can support you and your teams to get more out of your science content.

Writing and editing services

I provide flexible writing, editing and editorial management services tailored to research organisations, institutes and publishers.

Editorial content writing and editing

Engaging science features, human-interest research profiles, impact storytelling and long-form articles.
In-depth news summaries, commentary and explainers on emerging research trends.
Opinion pieces and op-eds for mainstream media or institutional channels.
Overall editor support for your digital channels, ensuring consistent tone and style.

Reports, publications and policy briefs

Writing and editorial management for reports, impact syntheses and whitepapers.
Clear policy briefs and executive summaries designed for decision-makers and funders.
Proofreading and sub-editing complex multi-author documents for clarity and consistency.

Digital and web copywriting

Website copy, campaign landing pages and digital newsletters.
Video scripts, infographic copy and social media captions.

Who is this for?

Research institutes and universities: wanting to highlight breakthrough research through editorial content for digital channels.
Funders and non-profits: requiring engaging editorial content for supporters and clear, polished reports and policy briefs for stakeholders.
Publishers and science outlets: needing experienced freelance writers for specialised topics.

Work with me if you want...

15+ years’ experience writing and editing for world-leading research funders and organisations. I previously led the editorial output for Cancer Research UK and the Wellcome Trust.
A life sciences PhD that gives me deep familiarity with scientific literature, data and academic terminology.
An experienced interviewer who can get the best out of your experts.
An eye for repurposing content so that one interview becomes multiple pieces of content for your digital and social media channels.
Clear, concise and meticulously proofread text that adheres strictly to your style guidelines.