Jane Young is a science educator and freelance writer. Her publications include 'The Uncertainty of it all: Understanding the Nature of Science', 'Pet Genetics: How bulldogs got flat faces and Manx cats lost their tails', and 'Fuelling Dissension: Coal and coal mining in 21st century New Zealand'. Jane’s editing assignments have ranged from 'Catlins Birds: a pocket guide' to 'Te Awa', the Green Party magazine. She also produces an environmental newsletter, 'Kārearea: Protecting a Southern Land'.