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Rodrigo Pérez Ortega

Rodrigo Pérez Ortega

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Staff Writer, Science Magazine

Mexico City

Biography

I'm a science journalist at Science magazine covering health, neuroscience, biology and more in Latin America and elsewhere. My work has been published both in English and Spanish in The New York Times, Nature, Science News, Mongabay, The Open Notebook, Animal Político, Medscape en Español, Tec Review and elsewhere.

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  • Early experiences shape the brain’s ‘communication superhighways’ to affect cognition

    By Rodrigo Pérez Ortega Verified| Science Magazine Verified It’s clear a child’s early experiences can leave a lasting imprint on how their brain forms and functions. Now, a new study reveals how various environmental factors, including financial struggles and neighborhood safety, affect the quality of the brain’s white matter—the wiring that connects different brain regions—and in turn, a child’s cognitive abilities.

    By Rodrigo Pérez Ortega Verified · Science Magazine

    Apr. 07, 2025

  • This ancient parasitic wasp subdued prey with its ‘flytrap’ tail

    By Rodrigo Pérez Ortega Verified| Science Magazine Verified $Please enter a valid amountEmail:Please enter a valid emailCountry:Ialso wish to receive emails from AAAS/Science and Science advertisers,including information on products, services and special offers which mayinclude but are not limited to news, careers information & upcomingevents. Support nonprofit science journalismSophisticated, trustworthy reporting about science has never been more important.

    By Rodrigo Pérez Ortega Verified · Science Magazine

    Mar. 27, 2025

  • AI models scanning chest x-rays miss disease in Black and female patients

    By Rodrigo Pérez Ortega Verified| Science Magazine Verified From programs designed to detect irregular heartbeats in electrocardiograms to software that tracks eye movements to diagnose autism in children, artificial intelligence (AI) is helping physicians fine-tune the care they provide patients. But for all the technology’s potential for automating tasks, a growing body of evidence also shows that AI can be prone to bias that disadvantages already vulnerable patients.

    By Rodrigo Pérez Ortega Verified · Science Magazine

    Mar. 26, 2025

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Science Magazine

Science Magazine, often called Science, is a prominent international journal that publishes peer-reviewed research across various scientific disciplines. It is produced by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), a leading scientific organization. The journal is known for its extensive coverage of scientific breakthroughs, policy analysis, and news in fields such as biology, chemistry, and physics. Founded in 1880, Science has a rich history, having been revived after initial financial challenges. It became the official journal of the AAAS by 1900 and has since featured significant works from renowned scientists like Albert Einstein and Edwin Hubble. The journal offers original research articles that undergo rigorous peer review, along with in-depth analyses and special issues that focus on specific topics, providing valuable insights into emerging areas of research. Its readership includes scientists, researchers, policymakers, and students worldwide, making it a key resource for those interested in the latest scientific advancements.

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