Ute Eberle

Author bio

Ute Eberle is an award-winning science journalist, writing for German and international publications. After having lived several meters below sea level for 10 years during a long stint in the Netherlands, she’s glad to find herself on somewhat higher ground in Baltimore, Maryland.

Ute Eberle’s Contributions:

British schoolchildren eating fish sticks in 1974

The Unlikely Success of Fish Sticks

From unappetizing “fishbricks” to cultural darlings, the 1950s convenience food has enjoyed a winning streak—no less so than during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Apr 23, 2021 | 1,100 words, about 6 minutes

This Seawater-Infused Wine Is Sweet, Thick, and Not at All Salty

After 2,500 years, wine enthusiasts bring back a wine adored by ancient Greeks.

Nov 2, 2020 | 500 words, about 2 minutes

Small sturgeon are released into the Oder River near Hohesaaten, Germany

Scientists Are Teaching Sturgeon How to Hunt

They hope the training program will help the imperiled fish bounce back from the brink of extinction.

Jul 26, 2019 | 600 words, about 3 minutes

Chemical Cues Prompt Farmed Seaweeds to Protect Themselves

Scientists experimenting on farmed algae show they can deliberately trigger seaweeds’ chemical defenses.

Mar 21, 2019 | 600 words, about 3 minutes

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