The science of skinny: Ozempic reinforces the obsession with thinness
Isabelle Goodall-Summers explores the off-label use of Ozempic for weight loss, highlighting potential societal implications.
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The sixth sense
Lizzie Mushangwe examines how technology affects human senses, balancing potential benefits with ethical risks.
Scientific misattribution: Academia’s worst-kept secret
Ilke Boran explores the problem of scientific misattributions and representation in academia advocating for systemic solutions.
The legacy of a girl who inspired a “holy grail” cancer-killing pill
Niamh Walker reports on the recent development of AOH1996, a pill targeting cancerous cells, offering a new approach to cancer treatment.
Senolytics and dementia—The war against ageing
Lily Massey explores the potential of senolytics to combat age-related diseases, possibly improving the quality of human life in later years.
Over the hydrogen rainbow
Eleanor Garrigan Mattar discusses the misconceptions about hydrogen as a green energy solution, highlighting its environmental impact.
The mystery of the Guam disease
Angelina Shcherbakowa delves into the enigma of Guam’s lytico-bodig disease, attempting to trace its potential origins.
Jurassic Park 30 years on—What is a dinosaur dig really like?
Ben Igielman outlines the challenging process of real-life dinosaur digs, comparing it to the portrayal in ‘Jurassic Park’.
What do laboratory mice and Robert De Niro have in common?
Ester Paolocci examines medical ethical complexities, emphasising the need for compassion when treating patients.
Why has disruptive, paradigm-shifting science declined?
Kitty Clarke explores the shift from disruptive scientific breakthroughs to today’s emphasis on seemingly incremental innovation.