Opinion Archives - The Oxford Scientist

Conservation of heritage in conflict zones

Julia GranatoJanuary 22, 2025January 22, 2025018 mins

In this poignant article, Julia Granato reflects on the methods used in the conservation and reconstruction of warzone damage.

The Oxford ScientistJanuary 22, 2025January 22, 2025012 mins

Patricia Nalule reflects on how exams can lead to burnout and hinder even the brightest students and how best to recover from exam stress.

Millicent CreweJanuary 7, 2025January 7, 2025010 mins

Millicent Crewe discusses the recent rejection of MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD and the impact on the world of therapy and psychedelics.

Satchel WaltonDecember 31, 2024December 31, 2024010 mins

Satchel Walton reflects on why some people struggle to trust scientists in an ever-politicised field and how scientists should boost trust.

Douglas BrownDecember 9, 2024December 9, 202409 mins

Douglas Brown delves into why scientific papers can be so bland and dull and how scientists can improve their language.

Amy SearleNovember 21, 2024November 21, 202409 mins

Amy Searle reports on recent updates in our understanding of animal consciousness and reflects on the ethical use of animals in research.

Lauryn FosterNovember 20, 2024November 20, 2024013 mins

Lauryn Foster reflects on recent developments within the world of brain-computer interfaces and evaluates their future potential.

Mia Clark-WebbOctober 22, 2024October 22, 2024016 mins

Mia Clark-Webb reflects on the future of meat alternatives and how lab grown cultured meat is taking science by storm.

Katherine FaulknerSeptember 15, 2024September 15, 2024010 mins

Katherine Faulkner reflects on the practice of fossil auctioning and how Apex the stegosaurus led to the highest bid for a fossil at auction.

Ramón Nartallo-KaluarachchiSeptember 10, 2024September 10, 2024013 mins

Ramón Nartallo-Kaluarachchi reflects on advancements in the computational sciences, such as the development of AI, and potential pitfalls.