For a story examining the architectural features of old hotels and haunted houses, such as long empty hallways and maze-like layouts, and how they tap into perceptual, predictive, or evolutionary brain mechanisms to make us feel unsettled, I’m looking to connect with neuroscientists, cognitive scientists, and architects/psychologists who study space and perception. I’m looking for direct quotes to complement credible research or studies (lab- or field-based) that explore the relationship between built environments and brain responses. Please get in touch with your credentials and initial thoughts, including a brief overview of one architectural feature and how it evokes feelings of unease.

Physical therapists, biomechanists, aging experts to talk about how to fall safely + get back up again

Published on: 9/30/2025

Researcher/clinician familiar with health risks of moderate drinking

Published on: 10/5/2025

Seeking experts on the science of awe for National Geographic feature

Published on: 10/2/2025

I am writing a feature for National Geographic on the science of awe: how it affects the body and brain, and how people can add more of it into their daily lives. I am looking for psychologists, neuroscientists, public health researchers, and related experts who can speak to: The physiological and psychological effects of awe (stress, inflammation, mood, vagus nerve activity, etc.) How awe can be experienced in everyday life, especially in nature, art, or human connection Practical, evidence-based ways readers can build awe into daily routines Responses should be science-based and accessible for a general audience. Email-only interviews preferred. My deadline for responses is Friday, September 12.

Published on: 9/24/2025

Seeking Experts on the Science of Awe

Published on: 9/24/2025

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