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Shaena Montanari’s Biography

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Freelance science writer. Contributor at Forbes. Research scientist. Interested in natural science, geology, biology, paleontology, conservation, climate change, and biodiversity.

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Ancient Fossils Unearthed On Trek To Antarctica

Ancient Fossils Unearthed On Trek To Antarctica

This winter, a team of 12 paleontologists headed to Antarctica in search of fossils from the age of dinosaurs.

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Did Dinosaurs Hoot, Boom Or Roar?

Did Dinosaurs Hoot, Boom Or Roar?

What did a dinosaur sound like? New research on their living relatives shows they could have cooed, boomed an…

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Noah's Ark, Complete With Dinosaurs, Opens In Kentucky

Noah's Ark, Complete With Dinosaurs, Opens In Kentucky

Visitors will be able to meet dinosaurs up close at a life-size replica of Noah's ark in Kentucky.

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Are The Dire Wolves From Game Of Thrones Real Animals?

Are The Dire Wolves From Game Of Thrones Real Animals?

Dragons. White walkers. Giants. Dire wolves? Were these furry beasts real animals?

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US Homeland Security Returns Rare Dinosaur Fossils To Mongolia

US Homeland Security Returns Rare Dinosaur Fossils To Mongolia

This week customs officials were able to return priceless stolen fossils to Mongolia, a result of years of ti…

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I Tried to Hack My Brain Waves to Improve My Sleep

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Brain-wave readings from the comfort of your bedroom This technology isn’t exactly new. In the sleep world, medical professionals often use sleep studies, also known as polysomnography, which include electroencephalography (EEG), to diagnose sleep disorders such as sleep apnea and narcolepsy. Picture a lab setting where they place wired electrodes on various locations of your scalp to record your brain waves — that’s EEG.
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A Fan-Favorite Pillow Company Is Back. Is It Better Than Ever?

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Still looking? See more results on Wirecutter. We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Shaena Montanari/NYT Wirecutter By Shaena Montanari Shaena Montanari is a writer on the sleep team. She has at least five different pillows in her bed at any given moment. Mention the brand Wamsutta to the right person, and you’ll conjure up fond memories.
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Finding the perfect temperature to fall — and stay — asleep can be tricky business. I go to sleep in a flannel pajama set, while my husband is so hot that he is throwing off the sheets. Enter Eight Sleep’s Pod 5. It claims to “transform” your sleep by offering immediate temperature regulation via a cover that fits on your mattress. Think of it like an air conditioner, or heater, for your bed. Temperature is key to a good night’s sleep.
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Have you ever used a typewriter?

Not since the 90s!

What's your favorite social network?

Twitter...then Instagram.

What story are you most proud of writing or working on?

I think I am most proud of the piece I wrote about the ethics of fossil collecting--it brought up a lot of interesting conversation.