Writer and editor specializing in biology and biopharma

About

I am an award-winning writer and editor with more than 15 years of experience. I spent the first part of my career at The Scientist, where I helped launch new editorial projects, oversaw the production of the monthly print and digital magazines, and managed the editorial freelance budget, among other responsibilities. In March 2023, I started my tenure as managing editor at BioSpace, where we cover biopharma news for industry professionals. My educational background is in evolutionary biology and behavior. See my resume for more details.

Awards

I have been fortunate to be recognized both for pieces I’ve written and for pieces I’ve edited.

Uterus Transplants Hit the Clinic

2021, Awards for Excellence in Health Care Journalism Trade category

Personal Trials

July 2016, Best 20 Amazon Kindle Singles of the Year (so far)

Write me an email at jefakst@gmail.com.

Contact

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