Discoveries are a consequence of creativity – the ability to see what others cannot. In science and research, innovation often starts with a question. Sometimes it’s the “obvious,” the “naive,” or the delightfully unconventional questions that open the door to new ideas and surprising connections. We invite you to tell the story of how such a creative spark—an insight, a question, or a moment of curiosity—moved your field forward.
Scientific storytelling doesn’t end with discovery. How we share research also shapes how that story is understood. Communicating science in vivid, accessible ways is its own creative craft. Therefore, we also welcome pieces that explore how art, fiction, media, and other creative forms bring scientific ideas to life, helping new audiences connect with research and its meaning.
A: We welcome pitches and contributors from all fields, and you can write about any topic that tickles your interest and from any perspective as long as you take inspiration from the current theme in relation to research/science! We do most of the visuals in-house, but are happy to support collaborations between art & research, intersections between different fields, or any other interesting initiatives.
A: This is an ongoing theme. Submissions are welcome until further notice.
A: That’s what we’re here for! Send us your draft or tell us your idea, and we’ll help refine it for a general audience.
A: We’re always happy to hear your ideas and help you understand our theme. Just tell us your idea and we can discuss it via a remote meeting or email.
A: Contact us. We can discuss your ideas via a remote meeting or email and help you decide.
A: Contact us and let us know your idea. We can then set a tentative deadline for submission. Deadlines can always be extended if circumstances change.
A: Your article will undergo our editing process, during which we will provide feedback aimed at improving the structure, flow, and suitability for a general audience. Our goal is for you to walk away with both a published article and a better understanding of writing for a general audience.
Briefly, we will assign two editors to your article. We usually go through at least three rounds of feedback and editing (plus peer review):
If necessary, we may carry out additional rounds of editing (for example, two rounds of copy/line editing). This might seem like a lot, but the purpose is to ensure the final piece is as clear as possible while still being written in your voice.
You do not have to approve all edits (only corrections to grammar and conceptual errors are non-negotiable). However, we encourage you to consider the edits and feedback and to ask questions if anything is unclear. We are always happy to hop on a Zoom call to discuss your article.
A: It depends. Since we are all volunteers, we allow ourselves up to two weeks to provide feedback during each round of editing. You can then take as long as you need to address the feedback.
A: Curious individuals who are not necessarily experts in your field. For example, a law student should be able to understand the main message of your article on a biomedical discovery, and a mathematician should be able to follow an article on social psychology.
A: Send us your question via the contact form.
