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Freelance science and technology journalist who can guide tours of the night sky
Abigail Beall
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Leeds, United Kingdom
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I am a freelance science/technology journalist published in a number of both print and online publications including WIRED, New Scientist, Alphr, T3, All About Space, Astronomy, Astronomy Now, Daily Mail Online, EU Horizon and BBC Focus.
In early 2019 I wrote the book The Art of Urban Astronomy, published by Trapeze Books. Packed full of seasonal star charts, constellation charts and fascinating facts, it is the perfect guide for those who have looked up at the night sky and don’t know where to begin. I love talking about the stars and have experience in giving guided star walks for adults and children.
Looking at the night sky has been proven to have a calming effect, and taking time out to contemplate the universe can help give a sense of perspective. If you're looking for something different for your next team-building activity or to improve your employee wellbeing, I can even run indoor 'tours' of the night sky using VR.
I am always interested taking on new projects alongside my typical commissions to broaden my experience. Recent examples include writing the physics chapter for the DK children’s encyclopaedia and a space tourism article for the Ethiad in-flight magazine.
Prior to embarking on my freelance career, I spent a year as a science reporter at the Daily Mail Online where I gained valuable experience in working to challenging deadlines! I also worked for two years at ICIS as a reporter covering UK and European electricity markets, writing about energy policy, trading and power plant projects.
I hold a physics (MPhys) degree from Durham University and a Science Journalism MA from City University, London.
In early 2019 I wrote the book The Art of Urban Astronomy, published by Trapeze Books. Packed full of seasonal star charts, constellation charts and fascinating facts, it is the perfect guide for those who have looked up at the night sky and don’t know where to begin. I love talking about the stars and have experience in giving guided star walks for adults and children.
Looking at the night sky has been proven to have a calming effect, and taking time out to contemplate the universe can help give a sense of perspective. If you're looking for something different for your next team-building activity or to improve your employee wellbeing, I can even run indoor 'tours' of the night sky using VR.
I am always interested taking on new projects alongside my typical commissions to broaden my experience. Recent examples include writing the physics chapter for the DK children’s encyclopaedia and a space tourism article for the Ethiad in-flight magazine.
Prior to embarking on my freelance career, I spent a year as a science reporter at the Daily Mail Online where I gained valuable experience in working to challenging deadlines! I also worked for two years at ICIS as a reporter covering UK and European electricity markets, writing about energy policy, trading and power plant projects.
I hold a physics (MPhys) degree from Durham University and a Science Journalism MA from City University, London.
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United Kingdom
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English
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My experience
2017 - ?
freelance
Freelance science journalist and researcher
Self-employed.
• Writing both news and features, for a range of publications including New Scientist and Wired UK.
• Completed a range of research work for companies including UNICEF, the UN and World Steel.
• Managing a varied workload, often with a variety of projects simultaneously, and always meeting deadlines.
• Working on a range of topics including health, particle physics, psychology, climate change and technology.
Recent stories:
• Building for the future: three eco-cities preparing for overpopulation, rising sea levels and air pollution - BBC Science Focus
• Is the 2020 Olympics an opportunity for Japan to tackle seafood sustainability? - DW
• AIs seem to be much worse at recognising objects from poorer countries - New Scientist
• Navigating the Maze of Ethical Eating - Women's Health
• How to bring wildfires under control - BBC Future
• Completed a range of research work for companies including UNICEF, the UN and World Steel.
• Managing a varied workload, often with a variety of projects simultaneously, and always meeting deadlines.
• Working on a range of topics including health, particle physics, psychology, climate change and technology.
Recent stories:
• Building for the future: three eco-cities preparing for overpopulation, rising sea levels and air pollution - BBC Science Focus
• Is the 2020 Olympics an opportunity for Japan to tackle seafood sustainability? - DW
• AIs seem to be much worse at recognising objects from poorer countries - New Scientist
• Navigating the Maze of Ethical Eating - Women's Health
• How to bring wildfires under control - BBC Future
Writing, Research, Sustainability, Journalist, Researcher, Technology, Health, Science, Science journalism, Communication, Authoring, Digital communication, Social Media
2019 - 2019
job
Author - 'The Art of Urban Astronomy'
Orion Publishing.
2016 - 2017
job
Science Reporter
Daily Mail Online.
Science
2014 - 2016
job
Energy Market Reporter
Reed Business Information.
Energy, Energy
2014 - 2014
job
Digital Media Assistant
University of Surrey.
2014 - 2014
job
New Scientist
BBC Focus Magazine.
July 2013
2012 - 2013
job
Science & Technology Editor
The Bubble Online Magazine.
Technology, Science
My education
City University
Masters, Science Journalism
Masters, Science Journalism
Durham University
MPhys, Physics
MPhys, Physics
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