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Got a cool idea for a science news article? I’m always looking for stories for

about novel technology that will affect our lives. To pitch an idea, email chris.simms at newscientist.com

3:25 PM · Nov 10, 2022

Asia-Africa Writers' Alliance

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Good day, Chris! Are writers from Asia/Africa welcome to pitch?

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Of course! Writers from anywhere in the world are welcome

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Justin Williams

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In hearing about alpha fold and the work being done, I've been wondering how this technology could be applied to material science. I understand potential for the medical field but proteins have super powers as a material.

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Yes, I think you're right. There is huge potential in this area. See: newscientist.com/article/233147 Always interested if you do spot something new emerging

newscientist.com

AlphaFold: Why DeepMind’s protein-folding AI is transformational | New Scientist

Understanding proteins and their complex 3D shapes is key to understanding life, and especially for developing drugs

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can you share rates?

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Chris Erik Thomas

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Hi, Chris. Chris here. Can you share rates? I'd love to include this in the

Opps but we don't share pitch calls from pubs that don't share rates upfront. Rate transparency helps freelancers know if an opp is worth putting in the time and research in to craft a pitch

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𝚖𝚒𝚛𝚒𝚊𝚖 𝚏𝚊𝚞𝚣𝚒𝚊

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Freelancer who's worked for New Scientist here: Not that I speak for the outlet but for freelance stories I've done, I've been paid $1/word.

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Chris I will send you a copy of the abstract, prepare a stiff drink and remain seated.

Fighting-families

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"What distinguishes science from pseudoscience?" "How do we encourage college students to think like a scientist rather that just memorise facts?"