Common mouth bacteria found to ‘melt’ certain cancers in ‘surprising’ discovery Researchers have examined the impact a common bacteria can have on head and neck cancers. The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2024
Common mouth bacteria found to ‘melt’ head and neck cancers in ‘surprising’ discovery Researchers said that they were “brutally surprised” to find that Fusobacterium appeared to have the ability to kill head and neck cancers The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2024
Komodo dragons’ metal-coated teeth to shine light on killer dinosaurs Komodo dragons are the largest living species of monitor lizard, averaging more than 12 stone The Independent UK · Jul 24, 2024
'Game-changing' home cervical cancer test could be rolled out on NHS Trial results suggest that test could enable more than 400,000 women each year to undergo screening Evening Standard · Jul 16, 2024
Women in England could be offered DIY cervical screening tests on NHS Research suggests at-home tests could encourage 400,000 more women a year to have a screening The Guardian - UK · Jul 16, 2024
Number of girls in England taking computing GCSE plummets, study finds Introduction of new syllabus may be reason number of girls taking subject more than halved in eight years, academics say The Guardian - UK · Jun 26, 2024
‘Slapdash’ sun cream application means we’re getting less than half the coverage we need, according to scientists - try these 10 ways to get full protection Scientists reveal the poor application of sun cream means we really aren't getting the protection we need - here's the best ways to get the most from your suntan lotion. GoodToKnow · Jun 22, 2024
UK universities valued more than institutions like parliament and BBC, finds survey King’s College London poll finds people rank universities behind only the NHS, armed forces and royal family The Guardian - UK · Jun 20, 2024
Ronald Clements obituary Other lives: Theologian, academic and author whose speciality was the study of the Old Testament The Guardian - UK · Jun 9, 2024
Antidepressants: New study sheds light on withdrawal symptoms In the new research, the most commonly used antidepressants in the UK were found to have the lowest rates of withdrawal symptoms throughout the study. The Independent UK · Jun 5, 2024
‘Pragmatic manipulation’: Is Russia playing with European voters’ minds? Spin operations disguised as news outlets and right-wingers muddy the waters with Kremlin narratives, experts say. Al Jazeera · Jun 5, 2024
'Fossil viruses' embedded in the human genome linked to psychiatric disorders Certain stretches of ancient viral DNA in the human genome may increase the chances of developing three neuropsychiatric disorders. LiveScience · Jun 3, 2024
The truth about ADHD and autism: how many people have it, what causes it, and why are diagnoses soaring? Growing awareness about ADHD and autism is reshaping thinking in science, social science and medicine. Scientists explain what’s behind the rise – and the best ways to improve neurodivergent lives The Guardian - UK · Jun 1, 2024
What is baby-led weaning, amid peanut butter allergy concerns? Research from King’s College London might provide a way to reduce peanut butter allergies Evening Standard · May 28, 2024
Evening Standard · May 28, 2024 Feeding babies peanuts regularly helps prevent allergy in later life, study finds Introducing peanuts into babies’ diets could reduce rate of allergy by 71%
The Guardian - UK · May 25, 2024 Is systemic racism in medicine putting Black people’s lives at risk? Across the world, medical tests are being adjusted according to patients’ skin colour – with shocking consequences
Evening Standard · May 22, 2024 Ancient DNA still present in brain is marker of psychiatric disorders, study finds Academics uncovered thousands of DNA sequences, with some increasing the risk of schizophrenia and depression
The Independent UK · May 22, 2024 Fossil viruses hidden in our DNA thousands of years ago could be the cause of depression, study finds A look at our ‘junk DNA’ shows fossil viruses could play an important function
Inverse · May 21, 2024 The Truth About Suncreen And Vitamin D Production Don’t listen to the hype — put on that sunscreen. Your vitamin d production will do just fine with it on, and the protection is more than worth the squeeze.
The Independent UK · May 20, 2024 Nightmares could be early warning sign of serious disease The study also found using the word ‘daymare’ rather than hallucination was more effective for patients
The Guardian - UK · May 18, 2024 ‘Personalising stuff that doesn’t matter’: the trouble with the Zoe nutrition app The wellness project claims to help users make ‘smarter food choices’ based on ‘world-leading science’. But many scientists claim its fee-based services are no better than generic advice
International Business Times · Apr 23, 2024 How UK's Biggest Water Supplier Sank Into Crisis Thames Water, the UK's largest water supplier, has been ravaged since privatisation by soaring debts and chronic underinvestment, sinking into a deep financial crisis which has sparked bailout speculation.
Tom’s Hardware · Apr 22, 2024 2D transistors can mimic a locust's brain to avoid collision— super-efficient tech could lower the energy costs of tomorrow's AI IIT Bombay and King's College researchers worked together to create a 2D transistor in a research project studying advancements in AI machines.
Dynamite News · Apr 16, 2024 Health: Biodiversity is key to better mental health Spaces with a variety of natural features are associated with better mental health than spaces with less natural diversity. Read further on Dynamite News:
LiveScience · Apr 8, 2024 New cause of asthma lung damage revealed In a lab study, scientists have pinpointed a potential way to "break the inflammatory cycle" of asthma.