Claire Maldarelli is a science journalist based in New York City. She was previously science editor at Popular Science and a senior editor at Inverse. Her work has also appeared in the New York Times and Scholastic publications, among other outlets. She holds an undergraduate degree in neurobiology, physiology and behavior from the University of California, Davis, and a master’s in science journalism from New York University.
Polycystic ovary syndrome might affect men, too—and that could radically change our understanding of the condition
A condition that affects 10 to 15 percent of women may affect men, too. But many doctors don’t know about it
Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn’s compartment syndrome scare explained
One of the U.S.’s most decorated downhill skiers, Lindsey Vonn, revealed she almost had to have her leg amputated because of a life-threatening condition
Your Candy Cravings Might Be Controlled by This Gut Bacterium
Mouse and human studies suggest a connection between a gut microbe and the appetite-regulating hormone GLP-1
How Bad Air Quality Slows Down Marathon Runners
Even modest amounts of air pollution may affect athletic performance, a new study finds
Although Purebred Dogs Can Be Best in Show, Are They Worst in Health?
Why diseases plague purebred dogs and how breeders, owners and genetics can help