Pitch BrainFacts
***Note (10/16/2025): We are not accepting long-form stories (900+ words) at this time.*** 

BrainFacts tells stories of scientific discoveries, the people behind them, and how they relate to our everyday lives. Knowing about the brain's inner workings helps paint a better picture of the human experience that explores the universe between our ears. We’re looking for freelance science writers, journalists, and multimedia creators with a strong portfolio in science communication to pitch us original stories about the brain and nervous system. Before you pitch, read our pitch guide.

Pitches are subject to review by our editors. We do not publish medical advice, blog posts, essays, book or film reviews. We will only respond to pitches submitted with scientific references or sources. 

Want to know what our editors are thinking about? Here are some topics we're interested in the coming year:
  • The Creative Brain
  • Infection (and Inflammation) & The Brain
  • Prediction & Decision Making
  • The Brain & Interpersonal Connections

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Email *
First Name *
Last Name *
Provide a link to your website, portfolio, or published work. *
We'd like to get a sense of your style and experience.
Phone Number
Please include the country code and area code of the phone number where you can be reached.
What's the headline for your story? *
In 20 words or less, give your story idea a title that says it all.
What's the story? *
Please first provide a lede and a nutgraf. Then, provide link(s) to the research the story will highlight, explaining the conclusions of the work and the implications of the study. Don't forget to let us know who you plan to interview and the format + length you are proposing.
Why do you think your pitch would be good for BrainFacts.org and our audience?
Why does this story need to be told? What about this story would our audience care about? 
Has your story idea been covered by other publications?  *
We're only interested in original story ideas. Tip: Before you submit your pitch, do a quick Internet search for similar story content. If you find stories similiar to your idea, reconsider your story angle before submitting. 
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