It hasn’t been easy for Suite101 to catch up with Julie Angus, the first woman to row across the Atlantic ocean. The adventurer, scientist and environmental activist is either atop her bicycle, hiking in the woods, or rowing around the world. We’re thrilled to welcome her as one of Suite101’s Guest Writers. Hear from Julie what it’s like to get intimate with oceanic ecosystems while being pummeled by hurricanes on her Atlantic ocean crossing. Then find out how she tackles the writing process in this three-part interview with Suite101 Science & Nature editor Jill Browne.

Berried plants are one of the glories of the garden in autumn and winter. At a time of year when flowers are in short supply many woody plants display attractive fruits.

English as a second language teachers should aim to connect ESL teaching theory and methods with real classroom practice to achieve the best possible learning outcomes.

Anesthetic and corticosteroid injections (trigger point shots) are administered to help get rid of back pain.

Failing to agree on revised Kyoto Protocol emission limits for China & India, President Obama chose Oslo & the Nobel Peace Prize over Copenhagen & global climate control.