I’m Emma Foehringer Merchant, a journalist, writer and fact-checker.
My climate and energy journalism appears in Bloomberg Businessweek, Inside Climate News, MIT Technology Review, the Washington Post and more.
I also write content for universities and brands on topics ranging from health and science to beauty. And I fact-check for publications including Scientific American and Undark.
I’m a pro at translating complex information and ideas into intriguing narratives and clear prose.
I have a Master’s Degree in Science Writing from MIT.
Client Testimonials
“Emma is a sharp and versatile science writer, the kind who can dive into a highly technical topic and come out with clear prose and a clear head. She also makes it easy to work with her as an editor: swift, communicative, and able to tune her voice and her approach to a new audience or style without friction. In short, a pro.”
Aaron Krol, Managing Editor, MIT Climate Change Engagement Program
“Emma is a clear communicator on and off the page. She is timely with drafts, proactive with pitches, and organized throughout the entire editing process. If you have the opportunity to work with Emma, do it!”
Abby Smith, Editor, MIT Horizon