John Mecklin (journalist)

John Mecklin is an American journalist and editor known for his work in science and environmental communication. He is the editor of the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, a magazine focused on global security issues including nuclear weapons, climate change, and disruptive technologies.

Prior to joining the Bulletin, Mecklin held editorial positions at High Country News, a magazine covering environmental issues in the American West, and Miller-McCune, a magazine focused on research-based solutions to social problems. He has also worked as a freelance writer and editor, contributing to publications such as The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, and Smithsonian Magazine.

Mecklin’s work often focuses on the intersection of science, policy, and public understanding. He has written extensively about the risks posed by nuclear weapons and other global threats, and he is a frequent commentator on these issues in the media. His editorship at the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists involves overseeing the organization's flagship publication, the Doomsday Clock, and its broader public education efforts.