expert reaction to EMA decision on lecanemab for Alzheimer’s disease
Scientist comment on the EMA decision on the use of lecanemab for Alzheimer’s disease. Prof Jonathan Schott, Chief Medical … read more
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As well as working with experienced specialist reporters, we also provide support to new reporters, editors and generalists through a series of publications, including guidelines on science and health reporting, and formerly by working with the National Coordinator for Science Training for Journalists (with resources now hosted by the Royal Statistical Society).
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The SMC was established to provide assistance to the national news media when covering controversial science stories or breaking news. As such the SMC’s priority remains to support new reporters at UK national news media outlets. We prioritise working with science, health and environment specialists on controversial news pieces, but also provide support for journalists pursuing original and long-form pieces by advising on the best experts to approach and helping to set up visits to institutions.
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Scientist comment on the EMA decision on the use of lecanemab for Alzheimer’s disease. Prof Jonathan Schott, Chief Medical … read more
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A study published in the European Journal of Nutrition looks at ultra-processed food consumption in UK teens. Dr Aisling Daly RNutr, … read more
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A study published in Science Advances looks at the association of brain network patterns with children’s birth sex and self/parent-reported gender. … read more
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