Lauren Leffer

Lauren Leffer is a contributing writer at Popular Science and Scientific American, where Lauren covers technology news. Previously, Lauren worked as a breaking news reporter for Gizmodo at G/O Media, focusing on tech, science, and the environment. Lauren's background includes editorial internships at National Audubon Society and Scienceline, where Lauren honed their skills in pitching, reporting, and fact-checking articles. Lauren has also coordinated STEM programming and directed environmental education initiatives, showcasing their passion for science communication and education. Lauren holds a Master of Arts in Journalism from New York University and a Bachelor of Science in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Maryland.