Author Archives: Science Media Centre
expert reaction to study on using co2 as a fracking fluid
Research published in Joule demonstrates that using carbon dioxide as an alternative to water for fracking may bring multiple benefits. … read more
expert reaction to royal college of psychiatrists position statement on antidepressants
Reactions to new Royal College of Psychiatrists position statement on antidepressants. Prof David Nutt, The Edmond J Safra Chair … read more
expert reaction to study on stress in early pregnancy and sperm count in male offspring
Research published in Human Reproduction demonstrates that maternal stressful life events in early gestation were negatively associated with total sperm … read more
expert reaction to two studies looking at highly processed foods and cardiovascular disease
Two studies published by The BMJ demonstrate positive associations between consumption of highly processed foods and risk of cardiovascular disease … read more
expert reaction to study looking at trends in ocean carbon sinks
Research published in PNAS found that the ocean carbon sink may be responsible for approximately 10-40% of the observed decadal … read more
expert reaction to study on air pollution and mouse development
Research published in PNAS demonstrates that maternal exposure to ultrafine aerosols impacts prenatal and postnatal organogenesis in offspring and predisposes metabolic … read more
expert reaction to Government’s response to S&T Committee report on impact of social media and screen-use on young people’s health
Reactions to the Governments response to S&T Committee report on the Impact of social media and screen-use on young people’s … read more
expert reaction to phe mmr vaccination call following high numbers of measles cases
Reactions to a call from PHE (Public Health England) for anyone who is eligible to get vaccinated in response to … read more
expert reaction to study looking at mitochondrial DNA and the nuclear genome
Research published in Science shows that mitochondria interact with cell nucleus’ in ways previously unseen in humans. Matching mitochondrial DNA … read more
interplay between mitochondria and nucleus may have implications for mitochondrial donation treatment
Scientists at the University of Cambridge have identified new ways in which mitochondria, the ‘batteries’ that produce our energy, interact … read more
expert reaction to study on a molecule in red wine and blood pressure
Research published in Circulation demonstrates that a molecule found in red wine causes a drop in blood pressure. Prof … read more
expert reaction to study of smoking cessation aids
Research published in Addiction demonstrates that people attempting to quit with the help of e-cigarettes are about 95% more likely to … read more
expert reaction to conference abstract discussing elite female athletes and testosterone levels
Reactions to a conference abstract at the European Congress of Endocrinology which claims sporting regulations should take into account the … read more
expert reaction to conference abstract looking at phthalate exposure and markers of impaired liver function
Research being presented at the European Congress of Endocrinology suggests that exposure to common every day chemicals may increase the … read more
expert reaction to changes to guardian style guide on reporting of climate change
Reactions to changes in The Guardian style guide on the reporting of climate change. Prof Joanna D. Haigh, FRS, … read more
expert reaction to conference abstract on environmental toxins and fertility of future generations
Research presented as part of a conference abstract at the European Congress of Endocrinology annual meeting suggests that exposure to … read more
expert reaction to abstract on screen use and sleep in adolescents
Research presented as part of a conference abstract at the European Society of Endocrinology annual meeting suggests that sleep in … read more
expert reaction to study looking at sugary drinks, fruit juice and risk of premature death in US adults
Research published in JAMA Network Open suggest higher consumption of sugary beverages, including fruit juice, is associated with increased mortality. … read more
expert reaction to study looking at vaccination policies and measles resurgence
Research published in BMC Medicine claims that current vaccination policies may not be sufficient to achieve and maintain measles elimination … read more
expert reaction to two studies on the rise of bowel cancer among young adults
Research published in The Lancet Gastroenterology & Hepatology and Gut both describe an increase in the rate of bowel cancer among … read more