Brain Science Reveals Why We Feel Lazy
Neuroscience uncovers the brain mechanisms behind apathy. Discover how dopamine and brain structure affect motivation and learn practical ways to boost your drive.
Category : Medical Research
Neuroscience Pioneer John Garthwaite Dies at 76
Remembering Professor John Garthwaite, the UCL neuroscientist who revolutionised our understanding of brain communication. Discover his groundbreaking nitric oxide research.
US Clinic Offers Genetic Trait Selection for Babies
A US clinic is offering 'genetic optimisation' for babies, allowing parents to select traits like height and intelligence. Sky News Daily explores the ethical and scientific concerns.
Simple neck scan could detect heart attack risk
A simple neck ultrasound scan could identify men at high risk of heart attack and stroke. The painless test detects stiff arteries, a key warning sign. Learn about this breakthrough.
Genetics startup offers embryo optimisation service
Nucleus Genomics offers $8,999 embryo screening for traits and diseases, raising ethical concerns about designer babies and the science behind genetic predictions.
Asthma breakthrough: Monthly injection replaces steroids
Groundbreaking trial shows monthly tezepelumab injections allow severe asthma patients to reduce or stop steroid medication entirely. Discover this medical breakthrough.
Adulthood starts at 32, Cambridge study finds
Cambridge neuroscientists reveal adulthood begins at 32, not 18. Discover the brain science behind this shift and the 9 signs you've finally grown up.
First Direct Evidence of Dark Matter Discovered
University of Tokyo astrophysicist claims crucial breakthrough in dark matter search through gamma-ray analysis. Could this solve cosmology's greatest mystery?
Pioneering trial uses old drugs to fight newborn sepsis
A groundbreaking trial in Kenya is testing repurposed antibiotics to treat neonatal sepsis, a deadly infection killing 800,000 newborns annually. Discover how this research could transform global treatment guidelines.
Brain development has five key life stages
Cambridge scientists identify five brain development eras spanning infancy to old age, with adult mode not starting until early 30s. Discover how your brain evolves.
UK gene therapy shows promise for Hunter syndrome
Three-year-old Oliver Chu shows dramatic improvement after groundbreaking gene therapy for Hunter syndrome at Manchester hospital. A potential alternative to lifelong treatment.
Forehead skin used to rebuild nose after dog attack
A woman undergoes 16 reconstructive surgeries after a Boerboel dog bit off her nose. Discover her incredible journey of recovery and resilience.
John Lewis: Buprenorphine Pioneer Dies Aged 92
Discover the legacy of John Lewis, the British scientist behind buprenorphine, a life-saving treatment for opioid addiction that has helped millions worldwide.
UK Animal Testing: A Call for Scientific Reform
With 2.8 million animals used in British labs, a scientific revolution offers a humane, effective path forward for medical research. It's time for change.
UK Trials to Study Puberty Blocker Impact on Youth
NHS England launches two clinical trials investigating puberty blockers' effects on young people with gender incongruence following the Cass review's findings of insufficient evidence. Learn about the studies' structure and ethical debates.
Medik8's £33 Saving on Anti-Ageing 'Botox Replacement'
Discover Medik8's Rejuvenation Reset set, saving you £33 on a serum shoppers say replaced their Botox injections. Get radiant, youthful skin now.
First Puberty Blocker Trials Approved Since Ban
UK regulators approve landmark clinical trials for puberty-blocking drugs in children. The study aims to provide crucial evidence on risks and benefits for young people with gender incongruence.
Prozac no better than placebo for children
New research reveals Prozac offers no clinical benefit over placebo for childhood depression. Experts urge guideline changes to protect young people from harmful side-effects.
Cancer Vaccine Breakthrough Offers New Hope
Groundbreaking documentary follows Professor Sarah Blagden's revolutionary cancer vaccine research. Discover how her work could transform cancer prevention and treatment in the UK.
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?
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.
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