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  • Series: Mental Health in STEM

Opinion Series: Mental Health in STEM

The Oxford ScientistApril 18, 2023May 27, 202303 mins

The Oxford Scientist is starting a new series of Opinion pieces to discuss in depth some of the mental health challenges in academia.

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The particle physics of tomorrow: The Future Circular Collider

Jairus Tristan PatocApril 11, 2023May 10, 2023011 mins

A new particle accelerator at CERN will allow physicists to investigate theories beyond the Standard Model, reports Jairus Tristan Patoc.

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  • Opinion

Why intersectionality is so important in STEM

Taylah Andrews-ClarkApril 8, 2023May 10, 2023023 mins

Taylah Andrews-Clark argues that an intersectional approach that goes beyond isolated identities is crucial for achieving diversity in STEM.

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  • Opinion

Is geoengineering for climate change a necessity or a distraction?

Simon DriscollApril 4, 2023May 10, 2023019 mins

Geoengineering techniques like solar radiation management and carbon dioxide removal are not without risks – but, done safely, the latter may be essential, argues Simon Driscoll.

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Are microbiomes worth the hype?

Isabel WilliamsApril 3, 2023April 4, 2023016 mins

More holistic and interdisciplinary attention is needed for microbiome research to live up to its hype, argues Isabel Williams.

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  • Features

You are what you eat: The gut-brain connection

Iza BasharatMarch 22, 2023March 22, 2023011 mins

Iza Basharat reviews what is known of the connection between the brain and nutrition—and particularly the microorganisms in our gut.

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  • Opinion

Taking stock: Reflecting on our pandemic mistakes

Ashley JacksonMarch 20, 2023March 22, 2023019 mins

Ashley Jackson reflects on the lessons learnt during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how we all benefit by listening to each other’s perspectives.

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  • Features

ME/CFS: The fatigue that sleep can’t shake

Megan StokerMarch 17, 2023May 10, 2023018 mins

Megan Stoker reviews the current medical understanding of the enigmatic condition ME/CFS, commonly known as chronic fatigue syndrome.

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  • Opinion

The future of dairy

Alex RodwayMarch 13, 2023March 13, 2023015 mins

Alex Rodway argues the future of dairy lies in lab-grown products that provide the same taste and nutrition without the environmental impact.

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  • Opinion

Are animal models still relevant to drug development?

Adèle BouyerMarch 1, 2023May 10, 2023014 mins

Adèle Bouyer reviews how a recent change in FDA regulation may herald a decline in animal testing, in the face of new alternative models.

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