Shira Polan is a skilled science writer with a strong scientific background, currently working at NYU Langone Health, where she crafts press releases and media pitches while maintaining key relationships with investigators and media members. She previously produced and voiced videos for Science Insider and Tech Insider, blending her expertise in science communication with creative storytelling. With a rich research experience and published work at Cornell University, her articles have also appeared in Psychology Today, Science World, SuperScience, and Scienceline. Shira holds a master's degree in science journalism from NYU and a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science from Cornell University.