Portfolio
Here are some samples of Kelly McSweeney’s published work. Want to see more writing clips? Browse Kelly’s publications on LinkedIn. Note: some work is not included here because of NDAs or ghostwriting agreements. Browse a variety of clips below or jump straight into a niche:
How can businesses ride the next wave of innovation?
Artificial intelligence, connected devices, and clean tech are fueling the next big transformation. And just as expert surfers harness the immense power of ocean waves, businesses, too, can learn to ride this impending wave of change.
Kelly wrote the script for an AWS video about innovation. Watch the video at The Verge.
Operational XR for space domain awareness
“The XR capability helps Guardians, analysts, and decision-makers visualize and understand space, which is especially important as thousands of satellites travel in various orbital paths in the contested space domain.”
Read the contract announcement at CRA.com.
Want to transform tech debt? Start by rethinking it.
“Tech debt can be the result of intentional trade offs, unintentional mistakes, or uncontrollable changes in technology or the business. In a lot of ways, technical debt is like building a house.”
Kelly wrote the script for AWS’s sponsored video at The Verge.
How companies can turn design into a competitive advantage
“As cutting-edge technology has taken the world by storm, people’s expectations for highly sophisticated and personalized brand experiences have skyrocketed.”
Read Capital One’s sponsored content at Fortune.
What is quantum computing?
Kelly wrote the scripts for this video series. Watch IonQ’s videos on YouTube.
Digital engineering a lunar habitat
“Since space is a vacuum, Northrop Grumman is providing a comfortable and healthy atmosphere for astronauts by ensuring air will be sustained at certain humidity levels while maintaining the proper ratios of oxygen and other gases and filtering the air in the module to remove contaminants.”
Explore more at northropgrumman.com.
Proteomics 101
“This emerging life sciences sector is helping scientists gain a deeper understanding of molecular biology. Proteins are large, complex molecules present in all living organisms. They’re created from DNA instructions and have a wide range of functions in cells…”
Read the whole story at Biospring and check out more life science samples.
Composite technology is right on time
“Faster manufacturing methods are being invented, right on time, as thousands of commercial aircraft are aging toward retirement, while simultaneously the demand for more airplanes is growing worldwide.”
Read the story on Northrop Grumman’s website and check out more industrial writing samples.
Data protection becomes a priority as hotels lean into digital transformation
“App-based reservation systems, high-speed Wi-Fi and keyless door entries enhance guest experiences, but they also create new vulnerabilities.”
Read the story at HotelDive.com and check out more IT writing samples here.
8 Features for portable PA systems
“Investing in a PA system can amplify your music without getting in the way of the performance. How do you choose the right one for you?”
Read the story at Bose.com.
Incubating and Investing Bring Innovation to Life
FabLabs are maker-spaces that are equipped with rapid prototyping tools such as design software, 3D printers and welding equipment. They host a grassroots community, with classes to teach new skills.
Read the story here.
The role of imaging for COVID-19 testing
PCR tests are the recommended method for detecting an active coronavirus infection. However, what happens when these tests are not widely available or are inconclusive?
The Most Powerful Telescopes in an Ideal Location
The Atacama Desert has a stark and beautiful landscape that mirrors the mysterious celestial objects that the ALMA observatory is investigating. This Chilean region is a quiet, peaceful place where flamingos swarm in salt fields while the sun rises over volcanoes in the distance…
Machine Learning Approach to Cancer Detection
Researchers developed a new method for cancer detection that could catch the disease before symptoms appear. The team combined several techniques to develop a blood test that reveals biomarkers for cancer.
Why does space taste like a raspberry cocktail?
Sponsored content for Vox Creative. Tito’s Vodka sponsored this story about how astronomers can estimate the taste of space dust.
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