Whether you’re vetting a claim, preparing for an interview, or searching for expert sources on a tight deadline, the tip sheets on this page deliver accessible guidance you can put to work immediately.
Finding, Vetting, and Interviewing Sources
Understanding Studies and Data
Integrating Scientific Evidence into Beats and Policy
Understanding Studies and Data
Pitching Stories
In addition to the brief guides published on this page, The Open Notebook offers many resources to help journalists and editors gain skills and confidence in covering science. These include:
- Our interactive Science Reporting Navigator
- An extensive program of trainings and workshops
- Our Local Science Reporting Help Desk
- Hundreds of in-depth reported articles on the craft of science writing
- A series of free online Master Classes delivered by email
- And more!















