Larissa G. Capella

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Larissa G. Capella is a Brazilian science writer based in the U.S. with a broad passion for the sciences, including physics, astronomy, geoscience, neuroscience, and more. She earned both a B.S. in Physics and a B.A. in English from Western Washington University in 2024. During her time there, she conducted astrophysics research while also immersing herself in various writing projects. It was through this blend of science and writing that she discovered her passion for combining the two. Larissa is dedicated to making science both accessible and inspiring, with the aim of sparking curiosity and wonder in future generations. In her free time, she enjoys reading, learning new things, and exploring different languages. You can find her on Twitter: @CapellaLarissa where she'll share any new stories she writes. 

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