Mathias Tertilt
Germany
Biography
Mathias Tertilt is a freelance journalist, science writer and filmmaker based in Cologne. His work is published by several german print and broadcasting media, e.g. DIE ZEIT, Süddeutsche Zeitung, ARD, Westdeutscher Rundfunk, ARTE. He mainly covers science and medicine. He attended the renowned German School of Journalism in Munich and holds a BSc in Life Sciences and MA in Journalism.
Funded projects
How climate change shapes healthcare issues
The journalist will follow Bangladesh scientists to villages to explore the health effects of climate change, examining soil and freshwater quality, waterborne diseases, and access to healthcare.
Tuberculosis In India
Tuberculosis (TB) is a major health problem in India. The "German Doctors" are fighting the disease in the slums of Kolkata. This reporting project explores the efforts to stop TB by means of new drugs and better access to healthcare.