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Schonwald has covered a wide-range subjects – from food, sports, and travel to medicine, politics, and economics research. Below are some samples of his work over the past decade, including two stories related to his current research. | |||
A Fish Farmer's Tale
Miami New Times This story – focusing on a University of Miami aquaculture researcher – is what triggered Schonwald's initial interest in the exploring the world of food innovation. |
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Future Filet University of Chicago Magazine A recent outgrowth of Schonwald's research is this June 2009 profile of Jason Matheny, one of the country's leading proponents of in vitro meat. |
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Running with the Pack Chicago Reader A feature in Chicago's alternative weekly about the city's expert in controlling dog packs. |
It's Not the Kit Kat Club, But It's A Living The New York Times A profile of John Doyle, an American expat earning his living on Germany's comedy club circuit. |
Philosophy for Limited Beings The University of Chicago Chronicle A conversation with philosopher William Wimsatt about his book that explores the messiness of science. |
Dedication to the Arts Blooms Anew The New York Times A feature about a New Jersey nursing home that serves retired actors. |
Grandmasters in Guayaberas Miami New Times A profile of a community college's Cinderella quest to win the National Championship in chess. |
The Full Montevideo The Washington Post A Travel profile of Montevideo, Uruguay's quirky – and relatively untouristed – capital. |
Paddles of Fire Chicago Reader A profile of a Chicago entrepreneur and Serbian sports legend who are trying to bring table tennis out of the basement. |
Ice Age Trail Cometh The Washington Post A short travel piece about one of the most topographically unique slices of Wisconsin. |
The Rise of Hitler Humor Otium A profile of the Turkish-German immigrant who challenged Germany's Hitler taboo. |
Lord of the Flies Miami New Times A feature about a Miami angler's quest to break the world record - for world records. |
Laughs and Learning with Jules Feiffer The New York Times A short feature about the legendary comic strip artist's first foray into the classroom. |
On a Rolle Miami New Times A look at the life of an aspiring tennis star that explores the daunting economics of the game. |
Author Invterviews Jonathan Harr David Hajdu Ron Rosenbaum The University of Chicago Chronicle A series of one-on-one interviews with nonfiction authors about craft. |
Josh and the Volcano The Washington Post A first-person Travel piece about a search for evidence of one of the world's great anomalies --freshwater sharks -- in Nicaragua. |
Show Me Yours Salon A piece about a visit to a unique Icelandic museum, and a surprise encounter with a museum director's sensitive issue. |
Metal Magic Miami New Times A profile of Michael Trixx, a heavy metal musician turned magician, and a glimpse at the world of South Florida magicians. |
Star Wars Chicago Reader A short piece about three Wisconsin towns battling for the title "UFO capital of the world." |
Co-Op's Inventory Continues to Lure The University of Chicago Chronicle A profile of the legendary academic bookstore on its 40th birthday. |
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...To Be Continued... |
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