Paula Schaap

Paula Schaap

Live Science Contributor

Paula Schaap writes about science, business and religion. Her articles have appeared in Salon, Bloomberg, The Deal and Episcopal News Service. Before turning to journalism, she was a commercial litigator in New York. She has an M.A. in journalism from American University, an M.F.A. in film from Columbia University, and a J.D. from Brooklyn Law School.

Articles by: Paula Schaap

A woman at a clear white board writes down ideas.

Can humanity run out of ideas?

By Paula Schaap published

Humans will likely never run out of regular, mundane ideas, but whether will will run out of big ideas is a more nuanced issue.

Former U.S. Presidents Jimmy Carter, George H.W. Bush, George W. Bush, Bill Clinton and Barack Obama address the audience during the "Deep from the Heart: The One America Appeal Concert" at Texas A&M University on Oct. 21, 2017.

What does the president do all day?

By Paula Schaap published

The president wears many hats, but how is the Commander in Chief's time spent?

Are cats smarter than dogs? The answer isn't straightforward.

Are cats or dogs smarter?

By Paula Schaap published

Is there any truth to the saying that 'cats rule, dogs drool'?

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