Author Archives: Science Media Centre
expert reaction to study on association between prenatal exposure to commonly used BPA replacements and early childhood behaviour
A study published in The Lancet Planetary Health looks at an association between prenatal BPA exposure and early childhood behaviour. … read more
expert reaction to study looking at universal base-edited CAR7 T cells for T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia
A study published in the NEJM looks at universal base-edited CAR7 T cells for T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Dr Rubina … read more
expert reaction to PFAS-contaminated drinking water harms in infants
A study published in PNAS looks at PFAS-contaminated drinking water and harms in infants. Dr Ovokeroye Abafe, Lecturer in Environmental Sciences, Civil … read more
expert reaction to trial of home-based gamma transcranial alternative current stimulation in patients with Alzheimer’s Disease
A study published in JAMA Network Open looks at home-based gamma transcranial alternative current stimulation for Alzheimer’s Disease. Dr Sheona Scales, … read more
expert reaction to CDC vaccine panel voting to end hepatitis B vaccine recommendation for newborns
Scientists comment on the US CDC vaccine panel voting to end Hepatitis B vaccine recommendations for newborn babies. Dr … read more
expert reaction to UKHSA announcement of a new mpox strain identified in England
Scientists comment on a UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) announcement that a new mpox strain has been identified in England. … read more
expert reaction to PFAS Exposure and Endocrine Disruption Among Women
A study published in JAMA Network Open looks at PFAS exposure and endocrine disruption in women. Prof Oliver Jones, Professor of … read more
expert reaction to the Edinburgh Airport IT outage
Scientists comment on reports of an IT outage at Edinburgh Airport. Rimesh Patel, a member of the Institution of … read more
expert reaction to Chief Medical Officer’s Annual Report 2025: Infections
Scientists comment on the Chief Medical Officer’s Annual Report for 2025: Infections. Professor Arne Akbar, Chair of the British Society for … read more
Chief Medical Officer’s Annual Report 2025: Infections
The Chief Medical Officer’s reports have been released annually for over 150 years, providing an independent assessment of the state … read more
expert reaction to launch of Independent review into mental health, autism and ADHD services
Scientists comment on the launch of an independent review into the prevalence and support for mental health conditions, ADHD and … read more
expert reaction to study on perinatal experiences and mental health among new parents
A study published in Community Mental Health Journal looks at perinatal experiences and mental health among new parents. Dr Kyla Vaillancourt, … read more
expert reaction to zinc, branched chain amino acids and serine supplementation showing promise in reversing autism-linked behaviors in mice models
A study published in PLOS Biology looks at a trio supplement and the reversal of autism-linked behaviours in mice. Dr Tobias … read more
expert reaction to announcement on UK-US pharmaceuticals deal and changes to NICE’s cost-effectiveness thresholds
Scientists comment on a Government announcement on a UK-US pharmaceuticals deal and changes to NICE’s cost-effectiveness thresholds. Francis Ruiz, … read more
expert reaction to new WHO guideline for GLP-1 medications
Scientists comment on new WHO guidelines for GLP-1 medications for the treatment of obesity, published by JAMA. Dr Marie Spreckley, … read more
expert reaction to meta-analysis on the use of nitrous oxide for treatment of depression
A meta-analysis and systematic review published in eBioMedicine looks at nitrous oxide for the treatment of depression. Prof Hamish McAllister-Williams, … read more
expert reaction to the draft recommendation from the national screening committee on prostate cancer screening
experts comment on the draft recommendation (targeted screening programme should be pursued for men with a confirmed BRCA1 and BRCA2 … read more
UK National Screening Committee – prostate cancer screening draft recommendation and public consultation
Over the past year, there has been significant debate regarding whether the UK should introduce a national screening programme for … read more
expert reaction to study looking at polyphenol-rich diets and long-term heart health
A study published in BMC Medicine looks at polyphenol rich diets and cardiovascular disease risk. Tracy Parker, senior dietician at the … read more
expert reaction to R&D elements of the Autumn Budget
Experts comment on the Autumn Budget. Sir John Lazar CBE FREng, President of the Royal Academy of Engineering, said: … read more