
Tyler Santora
Tyler Santora is a freelance science and health journalist based out of Colorado. They write for publications such as Scientific American, Nature Medicine, Medscape, Undark, Popular Science, Audubon magazine, and many more. Previously, Tyler was the health and science Editor for Fatherly. They graduated from Oberlin College with a bachelor's degree in biology and New York University with a master's in science journalism.
Latest articles by Tyler Santora

What does it take to become an astronaut?
By Tyler Santora published
Will it help if you've trained at the North Pole?

Can a night owl turn into an early bird?
By Tyler Santora published
What steps can night owls take to become early birds?

Why do cats have belly 'pouches'?
By Tyler Santora published
Cats have swinging "pouches" on their bellies, but that doesn't mean they're fat.

Why do we breathe so loudly when we sleep?
By Tyler Santora published
Why do people breathe so loudly when they're asleep?

Can people be allergic to exercise?
By Tyler Santora published
Is it possible to be allergic to activities like running or walking?

How long do most species last before going extinct?
By Tyler Santora published
Some species last longer than others, but what's the average?

Do camels really have water in their humps?
By Tyler Santora published
How do camels quench their thirst in the desert?

What did people use before toilet paper was invented?
By Tyler Santora published
What did people use instead of toilet paper? Seashells, tapestries, wooden sticks and more.

When did humans discover how to use fire?
By Tyler Santora published
Fire influenced the evolution of humanity.

What happens to your body when you're an organ donor?
By Tyler Santora published
With organ donation, the death of one person can lead to the survival of many others. But when a donor dies, how do doctors save their organs for transplantation?

Is it safe to use hair dye?
By Tyler Santora published
Hair can be dyed at home or at a salon. Is one safer than the other?
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