Elise Andrew

Elise Andrew is a science communicator and entrepreneur who founded I Fucking Love Science (IFLS), a popular science media platform. Here are the key details about her:

Background and Education:

• A 22-year-old college student from suburban England when she started IFLS
• Graduated from the University of Sheffield with a biology degree1

Professional Achievements:

• Founded IFLS in March 2012 as a Facebook page that quickly grew to massive popularity
• Built a science communication empire with over 17.9 million Facebook followers1
• Expanded IFLS to include a website (IFLscience.com) and a planned television show on the Science Channel1
• Recognized as a Forbes 30 under 30 science communicator56

Media Impact:

• IFLS attracted more followers than major science publications like Popular Science, Scientific American, and even surpassed science communicators Neil deGrasse Tyson and Bill Nye1
• The platform grew to 21 million followers, reaching more people than several major publications combined2

Recent Developments:

• Served as CEO and Founder of IFLScience from 2012-20203
• Currently based in London34
• Identifies as autistic6

Controversies: The platform has faced criticism for occasionally using clickbait headlines and potential issues with content accuracy2, though Andrew remains committed to science communication.