Kimberly has a bachelor's degree in marine biology from Texas A&M University, a master's degree in biology from Southeastern Louisiana University and a graduate certificate in science communication from the University of California, Santa Cruz. She is a former reference editor for Live Science and Space.com. Her work has appeared in Inside Science, News from Science, the San Jose Mercury and others. Her favorite stories include those about animals and obscurities. A Texas native, Kim now lives in a California redwood forest.
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Scientists Are Trying Desperately to Save a Starving Orca. Will Their Efforts Pay Off?Will this starving young killer whale respond to researchers' attempts to save her?
By Kimberly Hickok Published
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News Clip Linked Coal to Climate Change — 106 Years Ago TodayMore than a century ago, scientists already knew that burning coal would cause global warming.
By Kimberly Hickok Published
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This Amazing Map Shows How California 'Breathes' Water Throughout the YearWatch how the land in Southern California seems to breathe water.
By Kimberly Hickok Published
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Keto Diet Linked to a Higher Risk of Type 2 Diabetes in MiceCould this diet cause more harm than good?
By Kimberly Hickok Published
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Could Scientists Detect a 'Zombie' Virus Before an Outbreak Occurred?Will scientists know when a zombie virus shows up, before it's too late?
By Kimberly Hickok Published
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3-Year-Old Killer Whale Is Starving, and Biologists Don't Know WhyCan an unconventional solution help save this orca's life?
By Kimberly Hickok Published
orcas -
Angry People Think They’re Smarter Than They AreIs Oscar the Grouch as smart as he thinks he is?
By Kimberly Hickok Published
psychology -
This Unusual Meteorite Flew Around in Space Before Earth Was BornThe oldest igneous meteorite ever discovered may help scientists learn more about planet formation.
By Kimberly Hickok Published
meteoroids -
The Link Between Climate Change and 'Flesh-Eating' BacteriaFlesh-eating bacteria will become more prevalent with climate change.
By Kimberly Hickok Published
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That Newfound Mineral Isn't Harder Than Diamond — But It Is from SpaceThis newly discovered space-borne mineral is tough, but not that tough.
By Kimberly Hickok Published
geology -
Death Valley Smashes Heat Record, 2nd Year in a RowThe hottest place in the U.S., Death Valley, was not left out of this year's record-breaking heat wave.
By Kimberly Hickok Published
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In Photos: The Deadly Carr Fire Blazes Across Northern CaliforniaThe Carr Fire has burned well over 100,000 acres and destroyed thousands of structures.
By Kimberly Hickok Published
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Like Hell on Earth, Raging Firenado Plows Through California TownThis wasn't an ordinary fire whirl.
By Kimberly Hickok Published
planet-earth -
This Swirling Algal Bloom Mixes Beauty and DangerWhat's deadly about these striking swirls in the sea?
By Kimberly Hickok Published
planet-earth -
Are These Corals Feeding, Or Is This an Underwater Dance Party?Just need to add some music and we've got a party.
By Kimberly Hickok Published
rivers-oceans -
April the Giraffe Is Pregnant Again. Yes, Her Cam Is Up and Running.How long will she make us wait this time?
By Kimberly Hickok Published
land-mammals -
Africa's Largest Mammal Is Terrified of This Tiny InsectWhat's dangerous enough to scare an enormous elephant?
By Kimberly Hickok Published
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Juvenile Whale Shark Washes Ashore in Florida. But What Killed It?Could toxic algae have killed this young whale shark?
By Kimberly Hickok Published
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Grief-Stricken Orca Mom Pushes Dead Newborn Around in Puget SoundThese charismatic marine predators are fighting for survival as their food source disappears.
By Kimberly Hickok Published
orcas -
This Man Says a 'Rare Gene' Cured His Type 1 Diabetes. Experts Are Skeptical.Did a man in England really get cured from an incurable disease?
By Kimberly Hickok Published
health -
Geese Fly to Exhaustion in Race Against Climate ChangeThese exhausted flyers are running out of time.
By Kimberly Hickok Published
climate-change -
Americans Think Pot Is Healthy, But Scientists Still Have QuestionsHave you been fooled by marijuana marketing?
By Kimberly Hickok Published
medicine-drugs -
Tropical Pink 'Sea Pickles' Are Invading the Waters of the Pacific NorthwestIt's a totally tubular invasion.
By Kimberly Hickok Published
planet-earth -
Blob-Like Sea Monster Washes Up on Maine BeachWhat kind of sea monster is this?
By Kimberly Hickok Published
animals

