Author Archives: Science Media Centre
The Lancet Countdown: Health and Climate Change
The Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change is an annual examination of the impact of climate change on human … read more
expert reaction to Boris Johnson’s announcement on industrial research and development spending under a future Conservative Government
Boris Johnson has announced plans to increase spending on industrial research and development spending under a future Conservative Government. … read more
expert reaction to study looking at e-cigarette vapour and vascular effects in mice and smokers
Research, published in the European Heart Journal, reports on the relationship between e-cigarette use and damage to the brain, blood … read more
expert reaction to unpublished conference abstract on anti-inflammatory treatment in healthy male volunteers and effect on blood sugar
A conference abstract, presented at the Society for Endocrinology annual conference, reports a possible relationship between certain anti-inflammatory treatments and … read more
expert reaction to unpublished conference abstract on chemical disruptors as risk factors for developing breast cancer
An abstract, presented at the Society for Endocrinology annual conference, reports on the relationship between common chemicals and the risk … read more
expert reaction to case study linking lung inflammation to vaping in a 16-year-old
A case study, published in Archives of Disease in Childhood, reports that a 16 year old boy who has been … read more
expert reaction to the Smith-Reid Review into future frameworks for international collaboration on research and innovation
Reaction to the publication of the Smith-Reid Review “Changes and Choices” which gives advice on international partnership opportunities for UK … read more
expert reaction to study on screen use and white brain matter in children
A study, published in JAMA Pediatrics, reports a possible connection between screen use and brain development in young children. … read more
expert reaction to a case study of a women with a mutation which is possibly protective against Alzheimer’s disease
Research, published in Nature Medicine, reports that the APOE3 genetic mutation may be protective against Alzheimer’s disease. Prof Tara … read more
expert reaction to conference presentation on gut bacteria and causing bowel cancer
An abstract, presented at the 2019 NCRI Cancer Conference, reports on a possible relationship between gut bacteria and bowl cancer risk. … read more
expert reaction to conference presentation about a blood test for early detection of breast cancer
A conference presentation, at the 2019 NCRI Cancer Conference, reports on a possible blood test to detect early signs of … read more
expert reaction to govt decision to halt fracking
The UK Government has announced that it is withdrawing its support for fracking in the UK. Prof Geoffrey Maitland, … read more
expert reaction to study on air pollution, polygenic risk score and schizophrenia
Research, published in JAMA Network Open, reports that risk of developing schizophrenia may be heightened by childhood exposure to air … read more
expert reaction to study looking at calorie labels in fast food outlets in the US, and calories bought
A study, published in the BMJ, reports that calorie labels in fast food outlets are linked to a small drop in calories … read more
expert reaction to study on association between cognitive abilities in childhood and at seventy years old
Research, published in the journal Neurology, reports on the relationship between cognitive ability in childhood and in late life. … read more
expert reaction to study looking at paracetamol in pregnancy and autism, ADHD and other developmental disabilities in children
Research, published in JAMA Psychiatry, reports on the risk of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism, and other developmental disabilities in children from … read more
purdah and the upcoming general election – reminder of clarification regarding scientists and media work
This text is taken from a message sent by Fiona Fox to scientists and press officers on 30/10/2019 Hi … read more
expert reaction to systematic review and meta-analysis of RCTs on anti-inflammatory drugs for depression
Research, published in the Journal of Neurology Neurosurgery & Psychiatry, reports that anti-inflammatory drugs can be used to reduce depressive symptoms … read more
expert reaction to meta-analysis on medicinal cannabinoids for mental health conditions
A study, published in The Lancet Psychiatry, reports that there is currently insufficient good quality evidence to support the use of cannabinoids … read more
expert reaction to study looking at chemical piperonyl butoxide (PBO) and birth defects in mice
A study, published in Environmental Health Perspectives, reports a link between the common chemical piperonyl butoxide (PBO) and birth defects … read more