Dan Fagin

About the Author

Dan Fagin is an acclaimed American journalist and author renowned for his incisive investigations into environmental and public health issues. A former environment writer for Newsday, where he won the Pulitzer Prize for explanatory journalism in 1998, Fagin brings a sharp eye for detail and a commitment to uncovering hidden truths to his narrative nonfiction. His work often explores the intersections of science, industry, and human resilience, drawing on extensive research and on-the-ground reporting to illuminate complex stories. Fagin currently serves as director of the Science, Technology, and Environmental Policy Program at New York University, where he teaches and continues to advocate for informed environmental policy. Through his writing, he bridges the gap between scientific discovery and public understanding, inspiring readers to confront pressing ecological challenges.