Sophie Hartley
Science Writing Intern, Fall 2024
Sophie Hartley is a Fall 2024 science writing intern at Science News. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Comparative Human Development and Creative Writing from the University of Chicago and a master’s degree in science writing from MIT. Her work has appeared in Science Friday, The Boston Globe Magazine, Ars Technica, and elsewhere.
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All Stories by Sophie Hartley
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Archaeology
The world’s oldest cheese is now revealing some of its secrets
A DNA analysis of the kefir cheese, first found about 20 years ago on 3,600-year-old mummies in China, confirms its age and pinpoints its origins.
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Agriculture
‘Smart lighting’ might make vertical farming more affordable
A new computer program adjusts grow lights to cut down on electric bills without sacrificing photosynthesis.