Author Archives: Science Media Centre
expert reaction to modelling study on antibiotics in the Thames
Research, published in PLOS ONE, reports that three-quarters of the length of the Thames river contains levels of antibiotics which … read more
expert reaction to acupuncture for alcohol dependence in rats
Research, published in Science Advances, reports that acupuncture has reduced alcohol dependency symptoms in alcohol-dependant rats. Prof Edzard Ernst, Emeritus … read more
expert reaction to study on single traumatic brain injury and protein tangles in the brain
A study, published in Science Translational Medicine, reports that ‘protein tangles’ associated with dementia have been detected in the brains … read more
expert reaction to the Chancellor’s Spending Review
In his Spending Review the Chancellor of the Exchequer announced increased science spending on R&D, and additional funds for science … read more
HRT and breast cancer incidence
Hormone replacement therapy has been a controversial treatment for the last three decades, with different studies claiming complex benefits and … read more
expert reaction to study looking at HRT use and risk of breast cancer
Research, published in The Lancet, reports an association between Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) for the treatment of menopause and risk … read more
HRT use and risk of breast cancer
Research, published in The Lancet, reports an association between Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) for the treatment of menopause and risk … read more
expert reaction to study looking at a potential new drug for malaria
A study, published in Science, reports the discovery of a new drug that me able to stop the spread of malaria … read more
expert reaction to study on caesareans and neurodevelopmental disorders
Research, published in JAMA Network Open, reports a link between cesareans and increased risk of neurodevelopmental disorders. Prof Kevin McConway, … read more
expert reaction to Labour’s manifesto on animal welfare
The Labour Party has published its Manifesto on Animal Welfare, which amongst other things, outlines its position on the use … read more
expert reaction to study looking at red wine and the gut microbiome
Research, published in the journal Gastroenterology, reports that drinking red wine may be beneficial for the gut microbiome. Dr … read more
expert reaction to a study looking at a potential mechanism for muscle ache associated with statin use
Research, published in JACC: Basic to Translational Science, reports on potential causes of statin related muscle pain. Prof Liam … read more
expert reaction to death in Illinois reported as being linked to vaping
A patient in the USA has died from a respiratory disease that has reportedly been linked to vaping. Prof … read more
expert reaction to NICE draft guidance on cannabidiol for childhood epilepsy
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), has released draft guidance on the use of cannabidiol based medications for … read more
expert reaction to study looking at a polypill to prevent cardiovascular diseases
Research, published in The Lancet, reports on a new polypill combining four cardiovascular drugs in a single pill. Prof Kausik Ray, … read more
expert reaction to the Lancashire fracking tremor
Tremors of 1.55 and 0.87 magnitude were recorded on the 21st and 22nd of August in Lancashire following fracking events … read more
expert reaction to study looking at air pollution and mortality
Research, published in New England Journal of Medicine, reports a link between exposure to toxic air pollutants and increased cardiovascular and respiratory … read more
expert reaction to WHO report on microplastics in drinking water
A report, published by the World Health Organisation (WHO), examines the potential human health risks associated with exposure to microplastics in … read more
expert reaction to report on clean growth and net zero policy
The governments Science and Technology Committee has published a report into the Governments commitment to reach net zero carbon emissions … read more
expert reaction to meta-analysis of studies comparing individuals with and without autism over time
Research, published in JAMA Psychiatry, reports that the differences between individuals with autism and those without autism have decreased over … read more