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Luke Taylor

Freelance journalist

Luke Taylor is a freelance journalist based in Bogotá, Colombia. He writes about Latin America with a focus on health, science, environment, conflict, and human rights. His reporting often connects scientific research with wider social and political issues, making complex topics accessible to broad audiences.

He has contributed to international publications, covering subjects ranging from infectious diseases and deforestation to migration and political unrest. With a background in history and politics, he brings strong context and depth to his storytelling.

Beyond print, he also works across broadcast, radio, and documentary formats, bringing first-hand reporting and clear narratives to global readers and listeners. His work blends science, society, and human experience in a way that highlights both the facts and the people behind them.

Visit website: https://www.newscientist.com/author/luke-taylor/

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New Scientist

Science and technology magazine

Details last updated 21-Aug-2025

Articles written by Luke Taylor

Covid-19 may speed up ageing of arteries, but mainly in women

Covid-19 may speed up ageing of arteries, but mainly in women

New Scientist - 18-Aug-2025

Results may explain why long covid is more common in women