Author Archives: Science Media Centre
UNEP Global Plastics Treaty – what to expect and evidence-check on plastic/microplastic pollution research
As global plastic production continues to increase, plastic and microplastic pollution is a growing issue and is related to various … read more
expert reaction to an unpublished conference abstract on excessive screen time being linked to early physical development, presented at the Annual European Society for Paediatric Endocrinology (ESPE) Meeting 2024
An unpublished conference abstract presented at the Annual European Society for Paediatric Endocrinology (ESPE) Meeting 2024 looks at screen time … read more
expert reaction to Trump picking RFK Jr as health secretary
Scientists comment on Donald Trump appointing Robert F. Kennedy Jr as Health Secretary. Dr David Nunan, Senior Research Fellow … read more
expert reaction to study on Covid-19 pandemic and heart defects in babies
A study published in Obstetrics and Gynecology looks at heart defects in babies during the Covid-19 pandemic. Prof Kevin McConway, … read more
expert reaction to govt announcement that non-wholemeal wheat flour must be fortified with folic acid from the end of 2026
Scientists comment on a government announcement that wheat flour must be fortified with folic acid from the end of 2026. … read more
expert reaction to paper on cannabis use causing chromosomal damage, increasing cancer risk, and harming offspring
A commentary paper published in Addiction Biology looks at cannabis use causing chromosomal damage and increasing cancer risk. Prof Wayne Hall, … read more
expert reaction to a study in The Lancet looking at the global prevalence of diabetes
This study looked at the prevalence of diabetes worldwide, showing that 800 million people are living with diabetes. More than … read more
The Global Carbon Budget 2024
As world leaders meet at COP29 in Baku, the Global Carbon Project will reveal the latest trends in global carbon … read more
expert reaction to UK govt’s announcement on nationally determined contributions at COP29
Scientists comment on the UK Government’s announcement on nationally determined contributions at COP29. Prof Mark Maslin, Professor of Climatology … read more
expert reaction to NHS rollout of ‘stop-smoking’ pill Varenicline
Scientists comment on the NHS rollout of the ‘stop-smoking’ pill Varenicline. Dr Sarah Jackson, Principal Research Fellow at the … read more
expert comments on the risks and benefits of tirzepatide following the death of Susan McGowan
Scientists comment on the risks and benefits of tirzepatide (Mounjaro) after a UK death linked to the drug. Prof … read more
expert reaction to The Sudlow Review – Uniting the UK’s Health data
Scientists comment on The Sudlow Review, commissioned by the Chief Medical Officer for England, the UK National Statistician and NHS … read more
Sudlow Review – Uniting the UK’s Health Data
Commissioned by the Chief Medical Officer for England, the UK National Statistician and NHS England’s National Director for Transformation, the … read more
expert reaction to updated NICE guidelines on menopause
Scientists comment on updated NICE guidance on treatment for the symptoms of menopause. Prof Aimee Spector, Professor of Clinical … read more
Updated NICE guidelines on menopause
NICE have published its updated guideline on the recognition and management of menopause, following the publication of the draft guideline … read more
expert reaction to Trump’s re-election and impact on climate issues
Scientists comment on the election of Donald Trump as US President and its impact on climate issues. Dr Friederike … read more
expert reaction to the tobacco and vapes bill
Scientists comment on the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, including plans to ban smoking outside schools and hospitals. Prof Ann … read more
expert reaction to two additional cases of Clade Ib mpox being detected by the UKHSA, in household contacts of the first case
Scientists comment on additional cases of Clade Ib Mpox being detected by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). Prof … read more
expert reaction to a study on the association of screen time before 2 years of age and risk of autism at 12 years of age
A study published in JAMA Pediatrics looks at the association between screen time and autism diagnosis in children. Prof Chris … read more