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Julia MacDougall

Senior Scientist
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Julia is the Senior Scientist at Reviewed, overseeing the integrity of the labs, the methods and standards for test procedures in every category, as well as managing the huge backlog of test data stretching back over a decade.

Never one to shy from getting her hands dirty, you might find Julia doing her own testing on products such as varied as fire extinguishers, lunch coolers, and wireless headphones. But the testing she's most proud of is smart thermostats, as she managed to not break Reviewed's extensive (and expensive) air conditioning/heating system.

Julia received a PhD in Geological Sciences from Brown University in 2014, as well as an MBA from University of Massachusetts at Amherst in 2019.

Articles & Reviews by Julia MacDougall

The Best Headphones Under $100 of 2025

Our picks for the best headphones under $100 available today.

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The Best Paper Shredders of 2025

Take your identity security into your own hands with the best paper shredders.

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Can you clean pine needles with a robot vacuum? We tried it.

Can a robot vacuum clean up pine needles? We put it to the test.

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Ever wonder about the 'vacuum' in vacuum cleaner? Here's how it works

It's all about the roller brush and the fan.

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Here's your go-to guide for holiday home safety

Here are important holiday safety tips to follow this season.

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The Best Fire Extinguishers of 2025

A fire extinguisher can save your life, but which one is best?

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The Best Heating Pads of 2025

We tested electric, infrared, and microwavable heating pads to see which one brings the heat, and which ones leave us cold.

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Your dryer vent is the biggest fire risk in your home—here's how to clean it

Cleaning your dryer vent isn't fun, but it's relatively easy.

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