Stephanie Organ
Science editor and writer
Stephanie is a science editor and writer with an interest in health and wellbeing. She has written for magazines such as BBC Science Focus and BBC Wildlife, as well as for the government and universities. Stephanie has also organised and run events combining science, technology and art, and in her free time promotes science to different audiences. She holds a Bachelor’s in Biological Sciences and a Master’s in Science Communication. When she’s at home she’s usually out walking her border collie, on the yoga mat, or baking 'free from' treats.
Recent articles by Stephanie Organ
What is the easiest language to learn? A complete beginner’s guide to linguistics
Are children really better at learning languages? And what will the language of the future be? An expert linguist answers all.
How dangerous is it to wear a tie?
Loosen that cravat, undo that dicky bow and throw off that necktie. There may be health implications from wearing the smart but restrictive neckwear.
What is toxic positivity?
Holding a perpetually positive outlook can invalidate your feelings and those of people around you.
What’s the difference between a headache and a migraine?
A migraine is not just a bad headache.
Which is the best country to be a parent?
How happy you are as a parent may depend on where you live.
Top 10: Deepest freediving world records
Dive into the sport so dangerous, no official body will ratify any new records.
Top 10: countries with increasing forest areas
China, Australia, France and Romania all have net growth when it comes to forest areas. But which nation grows the most per year?
Why do some people experience more vaccine side effects than others?
Biological women will often have a stronger immune response than biological men.
Why do we have toenails?
Yes, they’re gross. But what’s the point in them?
Top 10: Countries with speediest internet
At 47th place, the UK doesn’t make the list.
How can I get rid of the bags under my eyes?
Glance those pigmented panda peepers over this to find out what causes dark circles and what you can do to fix them.
What science connects taekwondo and chainsaws?
Plus: how chainsaws are also connected to human babies.
Is AI sexist and racist?
From facial recognition to digital assistants - AI is all around us
Why is my wife always complaining that the house is too cold?
Don’t touch that thermostat dial! There are lots of theories why we feel temperature differently but are there any real differences between genders?
Is fish actually ‘brain food’?
Asked by: Lara Hopkins, London
When did humans first start wearing clothes?
We’ve teamed up with the folks behind BBC World Service’s CrowdScience to answer your questions on one topic - this week it's all about when humans started wearing clothes.
How do laxatives work?
Sounds like someone needs some roughage.
I’m 47. How many trees would I need to plant to carbon offset my life?
Asked by: Andrew Cirel, Chippenham
What is ‘radiation breeding’?
Asked by: Gordon Taylor, Plymouth
Can you use honey to treat a burn?
The sweet, sticky, golden stuff isn’t just a tasty treat, it’s also an ancient wound healer.
Were the Egyptian pyramids built by slaves?
Asked by: Laura Price, Cardiff
Why do I always get an energy crash in the afternoon?
Been caught sleepily dribbling on your keyboard again? Let‘s perk up your circadian rhythm so you’re not caught snoozing on the job.
Why do locusts swarm?
We’ve teamed up with the folks behind BBC World Service’s CrowdScience to answer your questions on one topic - this week it's all about why locusts swarm.
Is fruit juice just as bad for you as fizzy drinks?
Guzzling down the natural sweet stuff isn’t necessarily good for you.