Sincere new world—A conversation about AI and human thought
Ester Paolocci discusses the new developments and future applications of AI highlighting potential pitfalls in AI adoption.
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Luke Jerram in Oxford: A glass history of the pandemic
Artist Luke Jerram’s glass sculpture at the History of Science Museum showcases the pioneering Oxford vaccine research, says Elvira Miceli.
Antibiotics as a double-edged sword: Beyond antimicrobial resistance
Sahani De Silva discusses the rise of antimicrobial resistance and the effects antibiotics have on development, microbiome and immunity.
Tripping into treatment: The psychedelics renaissance
Jasmin Patel discusses how psychedelics work, and how they might solve the current lack of effective treatments for mental health disorders.
The troubled relationship between REM sleep and depression
Leah Fogarty reviews research into the intricate relationship between REM sleep and depression, and how it might lead to treatment.
Ageing: En route to determining our future
Maria Kyriazi discusses the complex nature of longevity and ageing highlighting the key challenges and new avenues in research.
FemTech is the Future
Sophie Gray discusses the advances and challenges of FemTech highlighting its potential to improve women’s health.
FDA approves treatment for menopausal hot flushes
Sophie Beaumont reports on a new non-hormonal drug for hot flushes, recently approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.
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.
WHO finds that 1 in 6 people experience infertility globally
Miya McFarlane outlines the findings of a new report from the World Health Organisation suggesting an urgent need for fertility healthcare.