PROTACs: Targeting breakdown of specific proteins to treat diseases
Felicites Rapon explores the advantages of PROTACs over small molecule inhibitors in addressing cancer treatment and drug resistance.
Lights, camera, hope: A glimpse into the Conservation Optimism Film Festival
Anka Stankovic reviews the 2023 Good Natured Film Festival, highlighting its blend of environmental narratives and the powerful storytelling.
Bacteria: Taking a bite out of climate change
Isabel Hubbard explores the challenges of plastic waste and highlights innovative enzyme-driven solutions for sustainable decomposition.
The wheels on the bus… return of the flywheel
Joseph Lailey unveils the potential of flywheels in renewable energy storage, tracing their history and their future applications.
Book review: What dreams can teach us about ourselves and other animals
Paris Jaggers examines the complex realm of animal dreaming, juxtaposing scientific and philosophical perspectives.
What happens when your family turn into impostors?
Leah Fogarty discusses the complexities and urgent need for research on Capgras delusion, a poorly understood psychiatric condition.
Labs-on-a-chip: How liquid has revolutionised science
Marianna Birkitt examines the multifaceted applications of microfluidics in biological research, ethical drug testing, and space exploration.
The Oxford Scientist Schools Competition 2023: Winners Announced
Updates for The Oxford Scientist Schools Competition 2023.
Poetic justice: The Henrietta Lacks story
Ashley Jackson examines the ethical and scientific implications of the HeLa cells sourced from Henrietta Lacks.
PROTACs: Targeting breakdown of specific proteins to treat diseases
Felicites Rapon explores the advantages of PROTACs over small molecule inhibitors in addressing cancer treatment and drug resistance.
Quantum computing for quantum chemistry: Are we simulating reality?
Yao Zhao examines the role of quantum computing in quantum chemistry highlighting the challenges posed by hardware limitations.
Metformin: The age-old elixir of life?
Ayush Sinha examines metformin’s role in longevity and reports on the highly-anticipated TAME trial set to further investigate its potential.
Why is brain pain such a head scratcher?
Exploring the mysteries of migraines, Ashley Jackson delves into their symptoms, theories, and the socio-economic impacts of this ailment.
Make ICUs less like factories
Will Reilly explores how environmental factors affect ICU design and patient recovery, emphasising the need for a reimagined approach.
A National Learning Healthcare Service: The future of the NHS?
As the NHS celebrates its 75th birthday, Jessica Morley discusses challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
Can waste carbon dioxide solve the global plastics problem?
Freya Butler highlights the environmental consequences of plastic production and examines the potential of waste CO2 in polymer production.
Has scientific visibility come with greater skepticism or support?
Mariam Elalfy examines the intricacies of public trust in science emphasising the need for transparent communication and understanding.
