The Oxford Scientist

The mystery of the Guam disease

Angelina ShcherbakovaAugust 16, 2023September 7, 202304 mins

Angelina Shcherbakowa delves into the enigma of Guam’s lytico-bodig disease, attempting to trace its potential origins.

Ben IgielmanAugust 14, 2023September 22, 202306 mins

Ben Igielman outlines the challenging process of real-life dinosaur digs, comparing it to the portrayal in ‘Jurassic Park’.

Ester PaolocciAugust 10, 2023September 14, 202308 mins

Ester Paolocci examines medical ethical complexities, emphasising the need for compassion when treating patients.

Kitty ClarkeAugust 8, 2023September 3, 202309 mins

Kitty Clarke explores the shift from disruptive scientific breakthroughs to today’s emphasis on seemingly incremental innovation.

Sophie GrayAugust 7, 2023August 31, 202306 mins

Sophie Gray highlights how new evidence challenges long-held misconceptions about sex roles in hunting.

Lily MasseyAugust 4, 2023September 7, 2023011 mins

Lily Massey reviews the new movie “Oppenheimer”, highlighting the complex morality of scientific discovery.

The Oxford ScientistAugust 2, 2023October 1, 202301 mins

Updates for The Oxford Scientist Schools Competition 2023.

Natalie StevensonAugust 2, 2023September 11, 2023010 mins

Climate change has more negative outcomes than we think, argues Natalie Stevenson, explaining how it affects human health.

Deyaanjali DebAugust 1, 2023September 7, 202309 mins

Deyaanjali Deb describes the wondrous world of fungi, highlighting the unexpected effects of music on the development of mushrooms.

Spencer PevsnerJuly 31, 2023September 3, 202309 mins

Spencer Pevsner reviews Prehistoric Planet 2, describing its incredible visuals, engaging plot, and raising awareness about its issues.