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Angus Chen
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Cancer Reporter, STAT
Boston, Oakl, San Francisco
Beats
Biography
I'm a reporter focusing on health and cancer at STAT news. I previously worked at NPR, WNYC public radio, and WBUR public radio. Bylines at Scientific American, Science, Discover, Hidden Brain, 99% Invisible, NPR, and more.
I cover health and healthcare medicine cancer
Well, sports.
Content
By Jonathan Wosen Verified, Megan Molteni Verified, Jason Mast Verified, Angus Chen Verified, Lev Facher Verified, Anil Oza| STAT Verified With the National Institutes of Health facing deep workforce cuts and little information from agency leadership about how those cuts will be made, scientists, administrators, and other employees at the nation’s premier funder of biomedical research are reeling, afraid and confused. “Nobody feels like their job is safe. Everyone is on edge,” said Kim Hasenkrug, an NIH scientist emeritus with knowledge of ongoing activities at Rocky Mountain Laboratories. “They’re trying to hide these numbers.
By Angus Chen Verified| STAT Verified The funding was supposed to last for at least several more months, said Jace Flatt, an associate professor of health and behavioral sciences at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. But on Friday, he and several other scientists studying LGBTQ+ health received a letter from the National Institutes of Health informing them that some existing, ongoing grants from the federal government were terminated, effective immediately.
By Rose Broderick, Angus Chen Verified, O. Rose Broderick| STAT Verified Valentine’s Day was supposed to be a “happy sad day” for Emily. Stuck in the hospital due to a high-risk pregnancy, Emily and their husband mourned their previous stillborn child and celebrated their current pregnancy passing the important 24 week viability milestone. Emily’s husband had surprised them with a cake and then ducked out to the cafeteria to find drinks for a toast.
Company Info
STAT
STAT News is a digital media outlet focused on health, medicine, and science journalism. Launched in 2015, it specializes in investigative reporting and analysis of medical advancements, pharmaceutical developments, and public health issues. The platform gained significant recognition during the COVID-19 pandemic for its comprehensive coverage, which helped expand its audience and revenue. The company provides in-depth news reporting, features, and opinion pieces from industry experts. It also hosts industry events and collaborates with healthcare organizations through brand partnerships. STAT News operates on a subscription model, offering premium content while temporarily removing paywalls for COVID-19 coverage to enhance public access. With an estimated annual revenue of $56.4 million, the company has seen substantial growth, particularly during the pandemic, and currently employs 364 people.
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
+1 617-929-2260
Founded: 2015