Quantum computing for quantum chemistry: Are we simulating reality?
Yao Zhao examines the role of quantum computing in quantum chemistry highlighting the challenges posed by hardware limitations.
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Metformin: The age-old elixir of life?
Ayush Sinha examines metformin’s role in longevity and reports on the highly-anticipated TAME trial set to further investigate its potential.
Can waste carbon dioxide solve the global plastics problem?
Freya Butler highlights the environmental consequences of plastic production and examines the potential of waste CO2 in polymer production.
Bacteria: Taking a bite out of climate change
Isabel Hubbard explores the challenges of plastic waste and highlights innovative enzyme-driven solutions for sustainable decomposition.
Schools Science Writing Competition 2023
The 2023 Oxford Scientist Competition, which was more competitive and rewarding than ever, featured a distinguished panel of senior judges, including Nobel Prize-winning physician scientist Sir Peter Ratcliffe, Environmental Researcher Dr Anna Murgatroyd, Senior Researcher in Translational Proteomics Dr Darragh O’Brien and Postdoctoral Researcher Dr Hannah Jones. The competition was proudly organised by the Oxford…
The wheels on the bus… return of the flywheel
Joseph Lailey unveils the potential of flywheels in renewable energy storage, tracing their history and their future applications.
Book review: What dreams can teach us about ourselves and other animals
Paris Jaggers examines the complex realm of animal dreaming, juxtaposing scientific and philosophical perspectives.
New way of producing fluorochemicals developed
Eleanor Garrigan Mattar reports on a groundbreaking method developed by Oxford researchers for synthesizing fluorochemicals.
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.