Screenshot of the Xylom, The website
The Xylom is an independent digital science publication focused on exploring the relationship between scientific research, the natural world, and society. The outlet covers topics including biodiversity, ecology, conservation, climate, environmental science, and emerging research. Its reporting combines scientific information with narrative journalism to explain complex topics for broader audiences. Rather than focusing on daily news, the publication emphasizes feature reporting, interviews, and explanatory stories. The Xylom highlights researchers, scientific discoveries, and environmental issues through accessible articles and multimedia content. Its editorial approach seeks to bridge the gap between academic research and public understanding. The publication serves readers interested in science, nature, and the ways scientific knowledge influences communities and the planet.

Source: SembraMedia

Last updated date: September 2026

Location:
Atlanta, United States
Year the organization
started publishing:
2018
Languages:
English
Other
Portuguese
Telugu
Tamil
Hindi
Type of coverage:
Regional
Area of coverage:
National/Global

Content

Type of content produced by theme:
Environment
Politics
Health and well-being
Society and human rights
Migration
Journalism genres:
Chronicles and non-fiction
Interviews and reporting
Investigative journalism
Narrative journalism
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Solutions or constructive journalism
Explanatory journalism
Cross-border journalism
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Website
Newsletter

Management and team

Founders

Female:
2
Male:
1
Founders:
Alex Ip, Laasya Shekar, Kang-Chun Cheng
Directors:

Team

Full-time employees:
0
Part-time employees:
0
Freelancers or consultants:
0
Volunteers:
0

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
Non-profit
All revenue sources reported by media leaders:
Grants
Audience support / reader revenue
Grants from private donor organisations
Grants or investment from philanthropic organisations
Grants from Google
Grants from corporations
Individual donations
The primary source of revenue reported by media leaders:
Grants

Why is this profile included?

This media outlet is part of our directory because it meets SembraMedia’s inclusion criteria: it produces original content, serves the public interest, and works with independence and transparency. This profile was developed using information provided directly by the media outlet, through surveys or interviews. We aim to keep the information current, but SembraMedia does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness, and recommends verifying any key details with the media organization.

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