Helen Thomson is an award-winning science writer and journalist specializing in neuroscience and psychology. Her work has appeared in prominent publications such as "The Guardian", "Daily Mail", "BBC Future", and "Psychologies", as well as "New Scientist", where she serves as a writer and consultant. Her reporting spans groundbreaking scientific advancements, from witnessing a paralyzed man walk using a mind-controlled exoskeleton to exploring the Large Hadron Collider. Thomson's debut book, "Unthinkable: An Extraordinary Journey Through the World's Strangest Brains," delves into rare neurological conditions, reflecting her deep fascination with the human brain.
With a background in neuroscience (BSc) and science communication (MSc), Thomson combines rigorous research with compelling storytelling. Her investigative journalism has taken her to extraordinary lengths, including interviewing psychopathic murderers at Broadmoor Hospital and observing cutting-edge medical procedures. Based in London, she continues to explore the intersections of science, psychology, and human experience in her writing.