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Scientists must adapt to our low-trust world

Satchel WaltonDecember 31, 2024December 31, 2024010 mins

Satchel Walton reflects on why some people struggle to trust scientists in an ever-politicised field and how scientists should boost trust.

Arabella Fearnley-WhittingstallDecember 18, 2024December 18, 2024011 mins

Arabella Fearnley-Whittingstall evaluates the sustainability and potential implications of biodesign, ranging from concrete to fashion.

Douglas BrownDecember 9, 2024December 9, 202409 mins

Douglas Brown delves into why scientific papers can be so bland and dull and how scientists can improve their language.

Olivia AllenDecember 9, 2024December 9, 2024014 mins

Olivia Allen explores the realms of sustainable aviation and how hydrocarbons may fuel the future of air travel.

Ushika KiddDecember 5, 2024December 20, 2024016 mins

Ushika Kidd interviews Dr Jane Jin, COO of OXCCU, a climate-forward sustainable aviation fuels company based in Oxford.

Mariam ElantablyDecember 4, 2024011 mins

Mariam Elantably explores the potential use of artificial intelligence in the prevention of plane collisions.

Tessa HayhurstNovember 27, 2024November 27, 2024017 mins

In the next instalment of her ‘Physics under Pressure’ series, Tessa Hayhurst explores our current knowledge of dark matter and energy.

Amy SearleNovember 21, 2024November 21, 202409 mins

Amy Searle reports on recent updates in our understanding of animal consciousness and reflects on the ethical use of animals in research.

Lauryn FosterNovember 20, 2024November 20, 2024013 mins

Lauryn Foster reflects on recent developments within the world of brain-computer interfaces and evaluates their future potential.

Divya GaneshNovember 11, 2024November 11, 2024010 mins

Divya Ganesh reports on the experiments causing Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun to win the 2024 Nobel Prize for physiology or medicine.