Hi, I’m Ari! I tell stories about science.

I am a science journalist and storyteller based in Little Rock, Arkansas. I used to be a research chemist, but now I cover a variety of topics across science, technology, health, and the environment. I’m currently the news intern at Nature. When I’m not writing, I’m birding.
Featured Work

What are chemical signs of life beyond Earth?
Chemical & Engineering News

Podcast: Black chemists discuss strategies for dismantling systemic racism in science
Stereo Chemistry: The official podcast of Chemical & Engineering News

Ainissa Ramirez discusses how society and technology interact
Chemical & Engineering News

Ultrablack skin camouflages deep sea fish
Chemical & Engineering News

The decline of hunting in California
The Mercury News



The birds, the bees, and spiraling family trees
UC Santa Cruz Science Notes