Editorial Team
Dedicated journalists covering mesothelioma news, research, and patient advocacy.
Claire Brennan , J.D.
Legal Affairs Editor
Claire Brennan covers asbestos litigation and mass tort law for MesoWatch. She holds a J.D. from Columbia Law School and previously covered product liability for Reuters Legal.
James Thornton , M.S.
Senior Medical Correspondent
James Thornton reports on clinical trials and cancer treatment research. He holds an M.S. in Science Journalism from NYU and was previously a health reporter at STAT News.
Maria Reyes
Investigative Reporter
Maria Reyes investigates occupational health hazards and corporate accountability. Her reporting on asbestos exposure sites has been recognized by the Society of Professional Journalists.
Kevin Sullivan
Veterans Affairs Correspondent
Kevin Sullivan covers military health issues and VA benefits. A former Marine Corps combat correspondent, he specializes in reporting on service-connected illnesses.
Emily Nguyen , M.P.H.
Data Editor
Emily Nguyen leads data journalism at MesoWatch. She holds an M.P.H. from Harvard and previously worked as an epidemiologist at the CDC before transitioning to health reporting.
John Edwards
Asbestos Exposure & Legislative Affairs Writer
John Edwards is a husband, father, veteran and medical writer from California. After serving 9 years in the U.S. Army Medical Department, John cultivated his passion for serving his country and helping people. He often volunteers helping to rehabilitate veterans of all ages. After his father was diagnosed with mesothelioma, he began to research, write and fight for ways to help other victims of asbestos exposure.