Birds have taken up cigarettes. No joke! They’re getting their butts in (to their nests). My story for @nytimes.com www.nytimes.com/2026/03/18/s...

Science Journalists: 🔭 Opportunity to apply for a journalism travel fellowship to attend the Abel Prize Ceremony and associated events in Oslo, Norway with access to prize winners for interviews. 🏆 🗓️ Deadline April 5, 2026. ✅ Details: wfsj.org/news/abel-pr...

Dreaming of an escape to where life is bearable? 🐻 🇨🇦 Join me for 🌳🌲inspiration and learning 💡at Nature Writing in the Great Bear Rainforest, May 31-June 4, 2026. 🗓️Registration deadline Feb 1st Details at: www.lesleyevansogden.com/naturewritin...

Great read on recent BC DRIPA flip. “When the courts side with industry over First Nations, provincial leaders throw up their hands and defer to the rule of law. When the court sides with First Nations, they roll up their sleeves and promise to “fix this.” “ thetyee.ca/Analysis/202...

Immersive nature writing retreat and ecotour combined in the Great Bear Rainforest. Registration deadline February 1, 2026. Details: www.eurekalert.org/news-release...

Have you registered for the World Conference of Science Journalists yet? @wcsj2025.bsky.social Only 21 days until this global conference of science journalists, scientists and communicators begins. Check out the numerous reasons to register. Registration here: wcsj2025.org/registration/

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip - Step into the world of early humans These caves are renowned for some of the world’s most important hominin fossil discoveries including the iconic “Mrs Ples” and “Little Foot”. Engage with active live science and research, in real time. www.wcsj2025.org/programme/fi...

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip - The mRNA Technology Transfer Hub Building capacity in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) to produce mRNA vaccines through a centre of excellence and training (the Centre for mRNA technology and transfer). www.wcsj2025.org/programme/fi...

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip - Hike in the Tswaing Meteorite Crater An extraordinary natural landmark formed approximately 220,000 years ago by the impact of a stony meteorite, one of the best-preserved meteorite craters in the world awaits. www.wcsj2025.org/programme/fi... @wfsj25.bsky.social

Looking forward to our workshop in South Africa www.wcsj2025.org/programme/se... @wcsj2025.bsky.social @wfsj25.bsky.social

More exciting field trips have been added to our web site - applications to go on the field trips open to all registered WCSJ 2025 delegates today! www.wcsj2025.org/programme/fi... @wfsj25.bsky.social @efafreelancers.bsky.social ncers.bsky.social @easeeditors.bsky.social @efjeurope.bsky.social

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip - Edible insects: rethinking the future of food Cricket à la king? Mealworm burgers? Foods that once evoked a ‘yuck’ reaction are now part of the conversation on sustainable diets. Cooking demonstrations and tasting opportunities included! @wfsj25.bsky.social

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip - Alternative plastics for the win! Join this tour to discover how advances in composite materials are helping to reduce the environmental impact of waste in packaging, agriculture and other industries. @wfsj25.bsky.social www.wcsj2025.org/programme/fi...

Are you a journalist of principle and integrity? Check how well you apply your ethics in From Principles to Practice a workshop well worth attending. Monday 1 December 14:00 www.wcsj2025.org #WCSJ2025 @wfsj25.bsky.social

#WCSJ2025 delegates are invited to join exclusive pre- or post-conference photographic safaris with C4 Photo Safaris, specialists in tailor-made experiences. Choose from four exciting itineraries with easy logistics from Johannesburg www.wcsj2025.org/travel/leisu... @wfsj25.bsky.social

WCSJ Field Trips open to registered paid-up delegates on 5 Nov 2025! Trips offer opportunities to plunge into research at the forefront of science. Most cover more than one scientific aspect. All provide a great source of stories. Visit wcsj2025.org/programme/fi.... @wfsj25.bsky.social

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip Conservation Science in Action! The @dinokenggamereserve is the only Big 5 game reserve, in the world, located within the boundaries of a metropolitan area. This field trip provides insights into the wide range of research initiatives taking place in the reserve.

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip - Explore Nuclear Medicine Research Infrastructure The NuMeRi facility tour offers an exclusive look inside the advanced nuclear medicine laboratories and medical imaging suites. See how innovation and technology are revolutionising healthcare in South Africa. sanumeri.co.za

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip - Palaeoanthropology, science, & interpretation in the Cradle of Humankind Hominin species & mind-blowing specimens, first hand views of a live fossil site & visit to Maropeng – the official visitor centre for the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site. @wfsj25.bsky.social

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip - Bet on the biomanufacturers The CSIR Biomanufacturing Centre is where CSIR researchers are innovating with microorganisms to develop sustainable alternatives for common industrial biologics, nutraceutical, agricultural & diagnostic products. www.wcsj2025.org/programme/fi...

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip - Pioneering animal healthcare Explore cutting-edge facilities, advanced equipment, and world-class expertise. www.up.ac.za/news/post_33... www.youtube.com/watch?v=do5N... www.wcsj2025.org/programme/fi... @wfsj25.bsky.social sky.social

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip - Explore South Africa’s space history Earth observation, space science, space engineering and space operations. State-of-the-art facilities monitor space weather, provide launch support and data downloads. www.wcsj2025.org/programme/fi... @wfsj25.bsky.social

Who will win Nov 3 Webster Award, Feature-Print/Digital? The team at CBC Vancouver 'Belonging...", @ljevanso.bsky.social of @knowablemag.bsky.social for her piece on Grizzlies or @sevawood.bsky.social & @michellecyca.com of @thenarwhal.ca for 'Leaching heavy metals...'?

Thank you @knowablemag.bsky.social for the opportunity to write this story for you! And thanks also to the Sitka Foundation Messengers of Biodiversity Journalism Fellowship for supporting travel reporting for this story.

The Big Bad Wolf is Afraid of You. Fascinating experiment on wild wolves in Poland. By me for @nytimes.com www.nytimes.com/2025/10/02/s...

Have I mentioned that I love it when scientists speak so directly about #DEI in #STEM that you can pull their words up to the headline? Here, @widowweb.bsky.social tells @ljevanso.bsky.social how she leads anti-bias workshops that focus on action, not guilt. www.nature.com/articles/d41...

It was a pleasure and privilege to interview Dr. Maydianne Andrade for this story for Nature as part of their “Changemakers” series, and learn about her work addressing racism and bias in science. www.nature.com/articles/d41...

Published today in Nature as part of their “Changemakers” series, an interview with Canadian scientist Dr. Maydiane Andrade www.nature.com/articles/d41...

Work by Adina Florea, Tadeusz Michrowski and Chahrazade. Douah, with support of @ljevanso.bsky.social. Investigation published in @newlinesmag.bsky.social, snoop.ro Magazyn Pismo @onet.pl #environmentalinvestigations #investigativejournalism #crossborderjournalism

Excellent story with great advice!

Writing a news story for Nature about the impacts of US government cuts to science on Canadian science and scientists. If you are a Canadian scientist affected by Trump's funding cuts to science or other impacts, please get in touch via my contact form: www.lesleyevansogden.com Please repost.

A piece in the New York Times brings up a “zombie” proposal to combat climate change — basically using smoke & mirrors to cool the planet. No matter how many times people kill the idea, it seems to come back to the headlines. Don’t let it. It’s not a good idea. globalecoguy.org/solar-geoeng...

How wildfires are threatening B.C.’s drinking water: thenarwhal.ca/wildfires-th...

Join me in May 2026 for a Nature Writing Workshop in the Great Bear Rainforest. Slow down and be inspired in a magical habitat where ancient forests meet the sea. With daily wildlife tours by boat from comfortable Great Bear Lodge. Details here… www.lesleyevansogden.com/naturewritin...

Field Trips to CSIR On 1 Dec 2025, registered delegates can: 🔬 Bet on the Biomanufacturers 🌱 Explore sustainable plastics innovation 🤖 Step into the future with 4IR robotics Applications open soon – don’t miss out. #WCSJ2025 #ScienceJournalism #SciComm #WFSJ

Join us on Tuesday December 7 at @csir as we explore Reporting under fire: science journalism in conflict zones and authoritarian regimes. Register now for #WCSJ2025 www.wcsj2025.org/registration @wfsj25.bsky.social @richardastone.bsky.social

It’s time to register for the 13th World Conference of Science Journalists #WCSJ2025 - in Africa for the first time! 🌍 Join us 1–5 Dec in Pretoria, South Africa, for a programme of global speakers, debate & networking. Organised by SASJA & SDCfA on behalf of WFSJ. Don’t miss out! @wfsj25.bsky.social

Have you checked out the #WCSJ2025 programme of speakers and sessions from around the world? Taking place Dec 1-5 in Pretoria, South Africa, registration is now available and we invite you to take a look. Don’t miss out! Register today wcsj2025.org/registration/ @wcsj2025.bsky.social

@ljevanso.bsky.social and I will be hosting a workshop called Moderating for Impact. Pumped to be headed to South Africa! Woot!

Science writers and journalists are often asked to moderate panels & other public conversations, but there are few training opportunities. It's why @ljevanso.bsky.social & I are hosting Moderating for Impact at the World Conference of Science Journalists. www.wcsj2025.org/programme/wo...#WCSJ2025

Registration is open for the #WCSJ2025 which will be held from 1 to 5 December - in Africa for the first time. Our inspiring programme includes speakers from around the world. Don’t miss out, register today wcsj2025.org/registration/ #WCSJ2025

Banking biological samples from endangered species on the Moon? It's not a crazy as it sounds when you hear cryobiologist Mary Hagedorn tell it to @ljevanso.bsky.social www.nature.com/articles/d41...

My latest scientist profile for @NatureCareers on Dr. Mary Hagedorn of the @smithsonian and her proposed moonshot to preserve endangered species www.nature.com/articles/d41...

✈️Support global participation in #WCSJ2025 Become a Travel Grant Sponsor and help science journalists & speakers from low- & middle-income countries attend. You choose the criteria — we handle the logistics. 🔗 shorturl.at/X7lxJ #WCSJ2025 #ScienceJournalism #WCSJ

Host a workshop at #WCSJ2025! Share your tools, skills & expertise with science journalists from around the world. Limited slots on 1 & 5 Dec 2025 at CSIR ICC, Pretoria. 🔗Details & proposals: shorturl.at/puGcC #WCSJ2025 #ScienceJournalism #ScienceCommunication #SciComm

Host a field trip for #WCSJ2025! Showcase your science, research or innovation to global journalists on 1 or from 5 Dec 2025. You run the trip — we help promote it. Open your doors to the world! 🔗 Learn more: shorturl.at/SlmFR #WCSJ2025 #ScienceJournalism #WCSJ @wfsj25.bsky.social

Showcase your brand at #WCSJ2025 Secure a booth in the vibrant Exhibition Hall—connect with 1000+ global science journalists. Don’t miss this chance to shine at the world’s largest science journalism event. 🔗Details: shorturl.at/9Yoyd #ScienceJournalism #WCSJ #scicomm @wfsj25.bsky.social

Host a workshop at #WCSJ2025! Share your tools, skills & expertise with science journalists from around the world. Limited slots on 1 & 5 Dec 2025 at CSIR ICC, Pretoria. 🔗Details & proposals: shorturl.at/puGcC #WCSJ2025 #ScienceJournalism #ScienceCommunication #SciComm

For #BioScience ( @aibsbiology.bsky.social , @oxunipress.bsky.social ), I wrote about receding water levels in Lake Titicaca and how Indigenous communities and scientists are collaborating to protect the lake and its high-altitude endemic species. doi.org/10.1093/bios...

For #BioScience ( @aibsbiology.bsky.social , @oxunipress.bsky.social ), I wrote about what sexual diversity in the natural world can teach humans about sex, gender, & inclusive biology. doi.org/10.1093/bios...