The National Association of Science Writers (NASW) is again sponsoring several exciting programs for student journalists during the AAAS meeting, being held next in Washington, D.C.
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About the Peggy Girshman Idea Grants
Since its inception in 2010, more than $450,000 has been awarded by NASW's Peggy Girshman Idea Grants program for projects that benefit science writing and its practitioners. Read more to see a list of all the awardees and their exciting science writing projects.
Welcome to the NASW Marketing and Publishing Resource. These articles aim to help NASW members take advantage of the new opportunities for marketing and publishing their articles and books, whether they self-publish or work with a commercial publisher.
The Words' Worth database is a place for NASW members to report their own experiences with freelancing clients and find valuable information from other members about what they did, what they charged, and how it went — information that can help you improve your business.
Interested in attending the 11th World Conference of Science Journalists July 1-5 in Lausanne, Switzerland?
During the recent ScienceWriters meeting, the winner of a very special annual award was announced. NASW depends on volunteers for just about everything that happens in this organization, with thousands of hours contributed annually.
Applications due Dec. 1 for Peggy Girshman Idea Grants
The NASW Grants Committee is now accepting applications for 2018-2019 Peggy Girshman Idea Grants. Applications are due by noon ET on Saturday, Dec. 1 2018.
Penguins from space and other editing hazards
The work of an editor can be terrifying sometimes, so it's not a surprise that a lot of writers hesitate to make the leap into it.
Freelancers got some great news at #SciWri18. Starting early next year, NASW members can join the National Writers Union for just $150 a year, Kendall Powell announced at the "How to get paid" panel in Washington, D.C.