Hi! My name is Sarah Sloat and I’m a writer and editor.

I’m interested in unexpected connections, the wonderful, and the weird.

I write about science, health, and technology for publications like The Guardian, Scientific American, The Atlantic, The New York Times, The Daily Beast, Wired, Gothamist, The New Republic, DAME, MIT Technology Review, Popular Science, Hakai Magazine, and NBC.

I’ve also written humor for McSweeney’s and Creem magazine, and performed comedy at Caveat and UCB New York.

Before freelancing, I was a senior editor at Inverse. I’ve also worked extensively as a fact-checker and science consultant, including on Marvel’s The Unstoppable Wasp. Beyond editorial, I’ve done radio work with WNYC.

If you want to work together, or share a joke, email me at sarahsloat9@gmail.

Selected writing

Below you’ll find the topics I report on most frequently — “read more” will take you to a collection of clips. Many of my articles sit at the intersection of science and culture.

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Nature

I report on animal science, the environment, and the climate crisis.

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Mental health

I report on the link between the mind and body, mental health myths, actionable steps you can take to increase well-being, and access to mental health care.

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Ancient humans

I report on the science of ancient humans and their influence on modern health and culture.

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Health

I report on health equity, longevity, sexual and reproductive health, unexpected connections, and suspicious trends.

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Technology

I report on how digital worlds influence human relationships and space exploration.

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Culture

I report on the intersection of science and pop culture, human relationships, art, and politics.

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History

I report on ancient animals, societies, and mysteries.

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