Government CSIRO cuts risk climate research quality
Deep funding reductions to Australia's CSIRO threaten vital climate science. Will these cuts deliver intended results or damage crucial environmental research?
Category : Medical Research
Cannabis cuts alcohol intake by 27%, study finds
New research reveals smoking marijuana significantly reduces alcohol consumption. Could cannabis be a tool for cutting back on drinking? Discover the findings.
NASA unveils close-up images of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS
NASA has released breathtaking new images of the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, countering alien spacecraft theories. Discover the truth about this cosmic visitor from beyond our solar system.
The Science of Mistaken Identity
Explore the fascinating science behind why we sometimes mistake strangers for people we know. Discover the spectrum of facial recognition abilities, from super-recognisers to face blindness.
New TB drug trial shows breakthrough potential
Sorfequiline, a new antibiotic, demonstrates stronger action against tuberculosis in recent trials, potentially revolutionising treatment for the disease that killed 1.23 million last year.
AI Drives Cancer Research Fraud: 400K Fake Papers Found
Artificial intelligence is accelerating fraudulent cancer research publication, with 400,000 fake papers identified. Learn how this threatens patient care and how to spot reliable medical information.
Liev Schreiber rushed to hospital with head pain
Actor Liev Schreiber was admitted to a New York hospital following an episode of sudden, severe head pain. Doctors have now cleared him to return to work. Read the latest health update.
Maureen McGinley: Palliative Care Pioneer Dies
Remembering Maureen McGinley, the visionary nurse who revolutionised palliative care in the UK. Discover her incredible legacy and lasting impact on healthcare.
AI cuts wasted organ transplant efforts by 60%
A new AI tool from Stanford University predicts donor viability, potentially saving thousands on transplant waiting lists. Discover how this innovation is transforming healthcare.
UPFs Increase Bowel Cancer Risk in Young Women by 45%
New research reveals women under 50 consuming high amounts of ultra-processed foods face significantly greater risk of developing bowel polyps. Discover how diet impacts cancer prevention.
Science Weekly: DNA, Lupus & Comet Atlas
Explore James Watson's complex legacy, a major lupus research breakthrough, and why Kim Kardashian is talking about Comet 3I/Atlas. Listen to the full Science Weekly podcast.
Epstein-Barr Virus Confirmed as Lupus Trigger
Groundbreaking research reveals how the common Epstein-Barr virus causes lupus by sending immune cells into overdrive. Discover the implications for future treatments.
Psychedelics in palliative care transform death approach
Groundbreaking documentary explores how psilocybin and ancient traditions are revolutionising end-of-life care. Discover new perspectives on living through understanding death.
Woman, 30, gets innovative hip surgery after collapse
Georgina Monti, 30, needed a hip resurfacing procedure after her femoral head collapsed. Her story is a warning not to ignore persistent pain. Discover her journey to recovery.
UK Plan: Microchips to Replace Lab Rats in Testing
The UK government accelerates its plan to replace animal testing with advanced alternatives like 'organs-on-chips' and 3D bioprinting. Discover the timeline and the science behind this ethical shift.
Alien Life Could Swim in Ocean on Saturn's Moon
Oxford scientists discover Saturn's icy moon Enceladus is far warmer than thought, boosting its potential for hosting extraterrestrial life in its subsurface ocean.
Man's Quest for Immortality Through Cryonics
Meet the man devoted to cheating death through cryonic preservation. Discover the science, costs and ethical dilemmas of freezing human bodies for future revival.
UK Plan Phases Out Animal Testing with AI Alternatives
UK science minister unveils roadmap to accelerate replacement of animal testing through AI analysis and 3D bioprinted human tissues. Discover the new strategy.
Super Recognisers: The elite who never forget a face
Discover if you're part of the elite 1% with super recogniser abilities. Learn how this rare talent works and take our tests to see if you have this extraordinary skill.
New MND drug offers hope to slow disease progression
Scientists discover M102, a new drug that could substantially slow Motor Neurone Disease. Preclinical studies show promise, offering new hope for thousands in the UK.
Coffee reduces irregular heartbeat risk, study finds
Groundbreaking US research reveals coffee may protect against atrial fibrillation recurrence, challenging decades of medical advice. Discover the surprising findings.
DNA Pioneer James Watson Dies Aged 97
Nobel laureate James Watson, who co-discovered DNA's double helix structure, has died at 97. Explore the life and complex legacy of the brilliant, controversial biologist.
DNA double-helix discoverer James Watson dies aged 97
Nobel Prize winner James Watson, who co-discovered DNA's structure, has died at 97. His revolutionary finding changed science, but his later racist remarks caused widespread condemnation.
DNA co-discoverer James Watson dies aged 97
Nobel laureate James Watson, who co-discovered DNA's double helix, has died at 97. Explore his revolutionary legacy and later controversies.
NHS faces generic-only drug future warns AstraZeneca
The CEO of pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca warns that UK patients may be limited to generic medicines unless the NHS increases what it pays for innovative new treatments, raising concerns about healthcare quality and medical research funding.
Universe's Expansion Slowing, Not Accelerating - Nobel Prize
Groundbreaking research overturns decades of scientific consensus, revealing the universe's expansion is decelerating rather than accelerating - a discovery that has earned the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics.
Monique Ryan urges medical research boost amid Trump cuts
Australian independent MP Monique Ryan calls for accelerated medical research funding amid concerns that Trump administration cuts could leave vulnerable patients behind in global healthcare race.
London Health Alert: Gout Linked to Deadly Diseases
Groundbreaking research reveals a concerning connection between gout and increased risk of life-threatening health conditions, prompting urgent warnings for London residents.
AI Learns from Super-Recognisers to Identify Faces
Groundbreaking research reveals how artificial intelligence is being trained using the extraordinary abilities of London's police super-recognisers, potentially revolutionising security and medical diagnostics.
Tom Brady Had His Dog Cloned in Secret Procedure
Exclusive investigation uncovers how football icon Tom Brady paid £40,000 to clone his late bulldog through controversial biotech firm, raising ethical questions about pet cloning technology.
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