Heather is a science correspondent for WORLD. She is a graduate of World Journalism Institute, the University of Maryland, and Carnegie Mellon University. She has worked in both food and chemical product development, and currently works as a research chemist. Heather resides with her family in Pittsburgh, Pa.
SCIENCE | A scientific startup wants to revive extinct animals
Experts applaud but clarify research showing the cognitive benefits of pleasure reading
BACKGROUNDER | Manufacturing hangups have contributed to shortages of life-saving medications
Scientists weigh in on the future of gene-edited foods
Experts raise questions about ethical next steps in the field
HEALTH | Scent study could lead to new mosquito repellent
NASA’s Deep Space Food Challenge winners push culinary innovation to its limits
The FDA approves the first oral treatment for Clostridioides difficile infections
A technology that fuses mixed plastics could revolutionize recycling, but questions remain about its economic feasibility
