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When size matters: New research strategies targeting cancer cells

Lola Bell reports on a new study suggesting the size of cancer cells could become a new diagnostic for directing treatment.

Miya McFarlane outlines the findings of a new report from the World Health Organisation suggesting an urgent need for fertility healthcare.

Leah Fogarty reports on a new study that suggests brain waves known as gamma oscillations may be key to treating depression.

Fossil dinosaur remains encased in amber with beetle larvae have revealed the origins of a 100 million year symbiosis, reports Ben Igielman.

A new analysis by Flora and Fauna International reveals that a lack of research is preventing safer deep sea mining, reports Olivia Allen.

A new study suggests microplastics affects seabirds’ microbiomes—and may act as a vector for zoonotic pathogens, reports Paris Jaggers.

Paris Jaggers reports on a recent pre-print that suggests our native language is processed by the brain in a unique way throughout our lives.

Sarya Fidan describes new research from Oxford that reveals the presence of lymphatic vessels in bone, and their role in bone repair.

England is set to eliminate hepatitis C by 2025, making it the first country in the world to do so, thanks to an antiviral drug deal.

Daniel Plummer reports on the news that ignition has been achieved in nuclear fusion, and explains what this means for renewable energy.