Pitches wanted (health, medicine) | up to ~$1+ per word

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: NEW SCIENTIST

Olivia Goldhill, Features Editor at New Scientist, is looking for pitches:

Are you an incredible freelance journalist writing on health and medicine? I recently started as features editor at New Scientist and I'm looking to build up my roster of writers. I'm interested in big idea stories that change our understanding of a condition, and I'm very flexible on topics. Please do share and get in touch if you're interested in hearing more about how to pitch - I'm on olivia.goldhill@newscientist.com

CONFIDENTIAL NOTE: Reports indicate that New Scientist pays up to $1+ per word. It is recommended that you discuss the rate(s) with the editor upon the acceptance of your pitch.

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CONTACT INFORMATION (please do not share the email address publicly):

• Questions/submissions: olivia.goldhill@newscientist.com

• Website: https://www.newscientist.com/

TO HELP YOU CRAFT YOUR PITCH:

• Learn more about the publication: New Scientist is a weekly science and technology magazine that publishes news, features, and commentary on topics ranging from space and physics to health, environment, and artificial intelligence. Its content includes in-depth reporting, expert analysis, and accessible explanations of complex scientific developments, catering to both professionals and general readers. The publication seeks to inform and inspire by exploring how science shapes our understanding of the world and our place within it. More information here.

• Read through a selection of recent features on its website.

• Review the submission guidelines here. Note that these are the publication's general guidelines to help you refine your pitch. You must still follow the editor's specific instructions above.

• Check out our collection of pitch excerpts on this page and find more sample pitches at The Open Notebook and at SuccessfulPitches.com.

• Do not forget to end your pitch with (1) a short introduction about yourself; (2) a few lines highlighting your writing experience, relevant credentials and publication credits; and (3) links to your strongest work or portfolio, and online profile.

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