Nature-based solutions for urban regeneration
Emma Ford describes how urban regeneration schemes work by mimicking natural processes, and the potential problems with this approach.
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Lymphatic vessels shown to exist within bone
Sarya Fidan describes new research from Oxford that reveals the presence of lymphatic vessels in bone, and their role in bone repair.
How genetic engineering can help tackle the climate crisis
Jessye Phillips argues we shouldn’t give in to simplistic views of genetic engineering – it has great potential to tackle climate change.
The great future innovations of small-scale science
Manaal Khan describes the potential future of medicine, electronics, and industry in the face of new small-scale science and nanotechnology.
Making our hearts sing
Catherine James argues that science needs the humanities to add value, meaning and rigour to its discoveries and societal impact.
Shining a light on progressive supranuclear palsy
Ayaka Hogg describes the discovery of progressive supranuclear palsy, and the challenges in treating this neurodegenerative disease.
England on track to be first country to eliminate hepatitis C
England is set to eliminate hepatitis C by 2025, making it the first country in the world to do so, thanks to an antiviral drug deal.
ChatGPT: A milestone in natural language processing
OpenAI’s language model ChatGPT describes itself, how it was created, and its significance in the field of natural language processing and AI.
Ignition Achieved in Nuclear Fusion
Daniel Plummer reports on the news that ignition has been achieved in nuclear fusion, and explains what this means for renewable energy.
A Potential Breakthrough in HIV Vaccine Development
Andrew Griffiths reports on results from a small-scale clinical trial showing a potential breakthrough in HIV vaccine development.