John Cannon

John Cannon is a seasoned science writer with extensive experience in journalism and communications. Currently a staff features writer at Mongabay.com since October 2016, John also works as a freelance science writer for various prominent clients, including New Scientist and VICE News. Previous roles include communications specialist at swissnex San Francisco and reporting positions at Northstate Public Radio, Point Reyes National Seashore, and multiple newspapers. John holds a Graduate Certificate in Science Communication from the University of California, Santa Cruz, and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from The Ohio State University.