Category Archives: Science

Where should I send this darned manuscript, anyway?

As an academic scientist, this question usually hits you right after you’ve written your results section, but haven’t had a chance to square up to the pit of seething hell that is the discussion. It’s a blissful point where you … Continue reading

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Trials funded by rich patients could help find cures for us all

Disease can affect any person, rich or poor. While your bank balance can’t really protect you from getting sick, it could potentially buy you – and many other patients – access to a better treatment for your disease. A new … Continue reading

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Tracking the Daily Microbiome

Humans are essentially 90% bacteria. These bacteria pepper our skin and hang out in our digestive tracts, helping to break down complex carbohydrates and keeping bad bugs in check. We know how the human microbiome (our collection of bacteria) gets … Continue reading

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Plastic bags responsible for outrageous lack of cute pink piglets

Most of us now subscribe to the idea that plastic bags are bad for the environment. Hence, droves of people turn up at their local supermarket with a sturdy jute bag in tow. Now, there’s evidence that the items that … Continue reading

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The science behind FIFA’s footballs

Lovers and haters of the World Cup alike can’t fail to be amazed by the skills of some professional footballers. Like David Beckham or Cristiano Ronaldo. But while some footballers have been blessed by biology, it’s not just the combined … Continue reading

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