Impactful writing that builds trust and inspires action.
I partner with leaders to tell stories about science that resonate.
You’re sitting on a trove of intellectual capital. 🧠
Your organization is doing incredible work that could positively impact the world. But busy schedules and limited resources may mean that work isn’t getting the exposure it deserves.
You need a storytelling expert with science chops who can translate your expertise into impact.
Share the wealth. 👑
Let me help you tell your stories in a way that’s true to your mission and digestible and compelling to your unique audience.
As an experienced journalist and thought leadership writer, I’ve developed a finely-tuned process to help organizations like yours uncover and tell stories that will resonate.
I have deep experience speaking to niche, expert, and executive audiences in the chemical and life sciences and beyond.
Lean on my experience
✔️ managing award-winning projects
✔️ editing for a national magazine
✔️ launching a newsroom product
“As Chair of my Department, I hired Alexandra Taylor to write student profiles for our department website, aiming to showcase the work and lives of our PhD students to prospective students. Alexandra conducted thoughtful interviews with the students and crafted about 10 professional and insightful profiles that truly captured their research and unique voices. Her skilled writing brought the students' stories to life, making the profiles engaging and authentic. Since posting these profiles, we’ve seen a significant rise in interest in our PhD program. Working with Alexandra has been an absolute pleasure. I highly recommend her.”
Brent Stockwell, professor and chair, Columbia University Department of Biological Sciences
“My colleagues and I have worked with Alex over the past year on a series of thought leadership pieces and briefings based on our work. We have found Alex to an excellent writer and communicator, with a keen ability to translate complex scientific and technology topics into easy to digest and readable summaries and opinion pieces. Alex is collaborative, thorough, and always asks thoughtful questions. Its been a joy to work with Alex and I highly recommend her for any science-policy writing assignments.”
Joel Tickner, executive director, Change Chemistry
“Alex turns scientific facts into clear and compelling copy. Works with scientists and researchers to tell their stories via powerful op-eds and other thought leadership pieces. And sharpens whatever copy is put in front of her. She'll take your editorial project and make it sing—on time and on budget.”
Amanda Yarnell, director, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health’s Center for Health Communication
Services
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I bring years as an opinion editor for top science magazines to bear for clients seeking to amplify their messaging through written thought leadership. Effective, persuasive writing and airtight arguments are my specialty. I can help with both ideation and execution.
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Formats include profiles, articles, blogs, whitepapers, reports, and newsletters. As a skilled interviewer, I've profiled dozens of professionals and students for universities and associations. I’ve written reports ranging from technical to accessible for advocacy organizations and custom content studios. My projects have won awards and been covered by a national outlet.
Recent examples:
Reimagining Sustainable Chemistry EducationColumbia University Department of Biology Student Spotlights
While You Were Streaming: Lights, Camera, Tobacco?
Identifying Opportunities for Green Chemistry Research to Advance Sustainable Development
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I serve as a freelance editor for Scientific American’s opinion desk. Previously, I launched and edited an opinion section for Chemical & Engineering News, oversaw the magazine's coverage of the American Chemical Society, and edited weekly commentaries.
Recent examples:
We Need to Better Understand Malnutrition-Related Diabetes
Autoimmunity Has Reached Epidemic Levels. We Need Urgent Action to Address It
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I write website copy for specialty chemical and biotech firms.
Recent examples:
For the relaunch of Lygos’s website, I translated technical material into accurate and accessible copy describing Lygos’s bio-inspired solutions. Read the case study.I wrote and edited copy and outlined graphics for the website relaunch for ImperialOel’s MarisOmega line of omega-3 and omega-6 ingredients.
My process
Step 1: Introductory Call
In 30 minutes, we’ll decide together whether I’m the right fit and choose a trial project to start on. I’ll follow up with a quote within 2 business days.
Step 2: Onboarding
Once you’ve accepted the quote, I’ll send over my contract, and we’ll exchange any other documentation necessary to get started.
Step 3: The Work
How this next step works is up to us. I’ll help you brainstorm the best stories using my proven process. Or we’ll agree on an assignment and a deadline, and I’ll hunker down until it’s finished.
Step 4: Follow-Up Support
All projects include unlimited revisions in the 4 weeks after delivery to ensure you’re satisfied with the final product. My standard timeline for revisions is 1–2 business days.
🏆 Recent awards and coverage
Truth Initiative’s While You Were Streaming: Lights, Camera, Tobacco? report, for which I served as a writer, was covered in USA Today in March 2024.
C&EN’s Trailblazers: Out and Proud special issue, for which I served as an editor, won a 2023 AM&P EXCEL Award, Gold, Dedicated Issue, and a 2022 Folio Eddie Award for Best Series of Articles by an Association/Nonprofit.
C&EN’s Selling Your Science: The Art of Science Communication e-course, for which I served as an editor, won a 2022 AM&P EXCEL Award, Gold, Best New Innovation.
C&EN’s Trailblazers: We Have Been Here All Along special issue, for which I served as a project manager, won a 2022 Jesse H. Neal Award for Best DEI Coverage.
“Alex was a joy to work with, and her feedback was instrumental to polishing my TED talk. She pointed out where my explanations lacked specificity, and where they went on far too long. Her advice helped me empathize with my audience and understand exactly what I needed to deliver.”
Michael L. Wong, NHFP Sagan Postdoctoral Fellow, Carnegie Institution for Science and speaker at TEDxNewEngland
Hi! I’m Alex.
I’m a storyteller who has produced science writing and editing for organizations such as Columbia University, Scientific American, and the American Chemical Society.
I’m deeply experienced writing for a range of audiences, from 7th grade students to PhD-level professionals and executives. I make complex topics easy to understand, and I’m excited to work with organizations that are advancing safer chemistry and environmental health.
My clients are advocates for public health and sustainability who speak directly to decision-makers such as government officials, investors, and C-suite executives.
If this is you, we should meet!