Jonathan Wosen

Jonathan Wosen is a West Coast biotech and life sciences reporter for STAT News, where he covers drug development, emerging research, and trends shaping the biomedical landscape. With a doctorate in immunology from Stanford University and a master’s in science communication from the University of California Santa Cruz, Wosen combines scientific expertise and journalistic rigor to translate complex scientific advances into accessible stories for a broad audience.

Before joining STAT News, Wosen served as the biotech reporter for The San Diego Union-Tribune, where he reported on the region’s life sciences sector and contributed to coverage of institutions such as the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park. His career also includes contributions to Knowable Magazine, the Santa Cruz Sentinel, and Stanford Medicine, as well as a fellowship with the AAAS Mass Media Science and Engineering program at STAT News. Wosen’s work is informed by his academic background, which allows him to critically evaluate scientific data and communicate its significance to both specialized and general audiences.

Wosen covers the societal and ethical dimensions of biomedical innovation and is a frequent speaker at industry events and public forums such as the Aspen Ideas Festival. His commitment to clear science communication has earned him recognition, including the National Association of Science Writers Taylor/Blakeslee Fellowship. Through his reporting and public speaking, Wosen bridges the worlds of research and public understanding in the field of biotechnology.