Independent Science & Tech Journalist, Freelance
Singapore
Sandy Ong is an award-winning independent science and technology journalist based in Singapore. Her reportage bridges the gap between complex deep tech developments, climate change, public health, and environment policy. Her long-form features and investigative science journalism pieces have been widely published across prominent international news outlets, scientific journals, and global digital publications.
Sandy Ong covers science and health, focusing on biomedical research and biotechnology. Recent stories explore the hidden impacts of ultra-processed foods, innovative gene-editing approaches for conservation and disease, and emerging leaders in cancer research.