Q&A with Blake Forman, Technology Networks

We recently spoke with Blake Forman, senior science writer at Technology Networks, to get his views on the life sciences sector and working with the PR community.

How did you get into journalism?

Like many science journalists, my route into the field was far from linear. My curiosity for sci...

Fetching results: how Spark’s pets help us to do our jobs

At Spark, whether we’re working from home or the office, we have a secret team of helpers that make our environments more positive, encourage regular screen breaks, and even boost our creativity. They are of course, our pets – and they really put in a shift!

With over a third of us at Spark foster...

What life sciences journalists want from PR

PR is vital to the life sciences industry, providing a crucial link between scientists and the general public. But often, life sciences companies can fall into the trap of being more interested in the technical nuances of their data or products than the context behind them – which is the part journa...

Stepping Into History: Our Silk Road Challenge

In May, we embarked on another ambitious journey as part of our annual Spark Steps Challenge, this time tracing the legendary Silk Road. Our goal? To collectively walk 4,000 miles, following the ancient trade route from Chang’an, China, all the way to Istanbul.

The Silk Road was more than just a...

Top spots for journalist briefings near Spark’s London HQ

Finding the right spot for a journalist briefing can be trickier than it sounds. You want somewhere relatively quiet, with space to talk, and ideally with decent food and drink. But the truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all. A quick coffee with a trade journalist calls for a very different setting...