Shirley Siluk is an accomplished writer and editor with a diverse background covering topics such as smart cities, climate change, information technology, online security, and the Internet of Things. She has a bachelor's degree in Geological sciences from Northwestern University and has worked with various organizations such as Collective Content, Prove It! Research, and Greenbang. Shirley Siluk is currently a senior editor at Collective Content and has previously held positions such as the head of research and managing editor. She has also authored a book titled "News Speak: How Language Can Manipulate Meaning in What We Read, Watch and Listen To." Shirley Siluk strives to promote good knowledge by emphasizing accuracy, truth and big-picture, critical thinking in her writing.