The Oxford Scientist

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.

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.

Megan StokerMarch 17, 2023June 21, 2023018 mins

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

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.

Adèle BouyerMarch 1, 2023June 21, 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.

Ilke BoranFebruary 28, 2023March 21, 2023020 mins

Ilke Boran argues that there may be much to be gained from space exploration, as long as the benefits are made available to all.

Paris JaggersFebruary 27, 2023February 27, 202308 mins

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.

Bella Cooper-BrownFebruary 23, 2023March 21, 2023012 mins

Bella Cooper-Brown reviews a recent talk by researcher of nuclear energy systems Eugene Shwageraus, dispelling myths about nuclear energy.

Tanmayee DeshprabhuFebruary 22, 2023March 21, 2023016 mins

Tanmayee Desprabhu describes how the development of de-centalised communication networks are making science fiction ideas a reality.

Sophie BeaumontFebruary 17, 2023March 14, 2023015 mins

Sophie Beaumont reviews research into how the blood-brain barrier protects the brain, and poses challenges for delivery of medical treatment.