Toronto Freelance Science Writer
Laura
Tennant Writing
About Me
Hi! I’m Laura.
I’m a Toronto freelance writer specializing in accurate, engaging medical writing that drives traffic to your site, and helps generate interest in your brand.
I am one of those unusual people who has always enjoyed reading scientific papers and writing essays.
I’ve turned that passion 🙂 into a career, creating compelling science-driven content for health charities, businesses, and media outlets.
I offer a strong educational background in health sciences, practical skills in search engine optimization (SEO), and an excellent track record as a successful science writer.
Quality Writing
I want the writing you purchase to be an investment — not an expense.
Good quality writing gives clients important signals about your brand’s calibre, authority & professionalism.
When you hire me, I’ll work hard to create high-value web resources that cover your topic in a simple and easy-to-understand yet scientifically accurate way.
Services
Science, health & medical copywriting
Website content, blogs, news articles, columns, whitepapers, grants, and research projects.
Conducting research
Reading scientific literature, sourcing and interviewing experts, and performing competitor research.
Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
Keyword research, headings and titles, and high-quality source links.
Editorial consulting
Developing content series and schedules.
Why hire me?
I have the right combination of education, aptitude, and experience to successfully tackle any science writing project.
Science Education
H.B. Sc. in Neuroscience
with high distinction
from the University of Toronto
2016
SEO Knowledge
Certificate in SEO, SEM,
and Analytics
from Brainstation
2017
Published Writing
I have written & edited hundreds of health and science projects, including articles (web & print),
website content, and fact sheets.
since 2016
For information on how I work, and what you can expect when working with me, follow the link below.
Portfolio
Selected Published Works
Norwich City FC Mental Health Video Reminds Us To Check In On Our Loved Ones
Publisher: Healthing.ca
Publishing date: October 2023
Easier, Safer and More Efficient Disinfection
Publisher: Food Service & Nutrition Magazine: Canadian Society of Nutrition Management
Publishing date: August 2023
Injectable Non-Invasive Treatment “a Great Option” For People With Knee Pain, Surgeon Says
Publisher: National Post
Publishing date: October 2022
How a Pickering Teen With a Rare Eye Disease is Using TikTok to Flip The Script on Visual Impairment
Publisher: Healthing.ca
Publishing date: October 2021
How COVID-19 mRNA Vaccines Were Created in Under a Year and What it Means For The Future of Disease
Publisher: Canadian Broadcasting Corporation
Publishing date: October 2021
How One Family’s Lives Were Forever Changed by Meningococcal Disease
Publisher: National Post
Publishing date: April 2021
How One Pharmacist’s Experience With Iron Supplements Informs the Way She Helps Patients
Publisher: Healthing.ca
Publishing date: April 2021
Why it’s Always Important To Seek Help For Cardiac Symptoms
Publisher: National Post
Publishing date: February 2021
ALS Society of Canada Fact Sheets
Publisher: ALS Society of Canada
Publishing date: December 2020
In consultation with internal stakeholders and medical professionals, I developed 20 fact sheets for people with ALS and their caregivers.
Does Your Child Need a Vitamin D Supplement?
Publisher: Today’s Parent
Publishing date: January 2020
Know Your Rights: Diabetes and Driving
Publisher: Diabetes Canada
Publishing date: January 2020
Health Canada Speaks on the Vaping-Related Illness Crisis
Publisher: Leafly
Publishing date: October 2019
Expertise
While I have a general love of medical writing and am able to make a wide array of medical topics accessible to a broad audience, here are some areas in which I have experience, knowledge, and interest:
Neuroscience
Cognitive, behavioral, developmental, and affective neuroscience, neurobiology and neurophysiology, and the gut–brain axis.
Psychology
Social, personality, and relationships psychology, psychometrics, and research methods.
Diabetes
Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, access to medication, devices, and supplies.
Cancer
Lung cancer, oncology genomics.
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Current research, symptoms, and treatments.
Medical cannabis
THC, CBD, effects of cannabis, terpenes, and medical cannabis.
Geriatric medicine
Caring for aging and elderly patients.
Reproductive health
Fertility, assisted reproductive technology, and pregnancy.
Coronavirus & COVID-19
Virology, epidemiology, pathology, and treatments.
Cardiology
Heart disease, implantable cardiac devices, and electrophysiology.
Contact
Are you interested in working together, or do you have any questions?
Don’t hesitate to email me at lauratennantwriting@gmail.com.