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Mary Hoff

served as founding editor in chief of Ensia from 2013 to 2021. An award-winning communicator specializing in natural resources and the environment, she now splits her time between freelance science writing and editing and serving as a member of Project Drawdown marketing and communications team. She has published in a variety of outlets, including Discover, Scientific American, The Guardian and National Geographic Explorer. She holds a bachelor’s degree in zoology, a master’s degree in mass communication with a science communication emphasis, and a master’s degree in strategic communication.
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On the Horizon: Nature’s Top Emerging Threats and Opportunities

Melting glaciers, plant genetics, protection from forever chemicals, and more: An annual look at the conservation horizon reveals priorities for the years ahead.
December 9, 2024
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Mary Hoff
Melting glaciers, plant genetics, protection from forever chemicals, and more: An annual look at the conservation horizon reveals priorities for the years ahead.
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Insect Populations Are Declining Around the World. How Worried Should We Be?

A decline in insect biomass and diversity has experts concerned and calling for more research to understand why.
November 15, 2018
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Mary Hoff
A decline in insect biomass and diversity has experts concerned and calling for more research to understand why.

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