Author Archives: Science Media Centre
expert reaction to ‘Healthy food revolution to tackle obesity epidemic’, as press released by DHSC
Experts comment on a new press release sent out by the government entitled ‘Healthy food revolution to tackle obesity epidemic’. … read more
expert reaction to a Wellcome announcement on a new Synthetic Human Genome research project (SynHG)
Experts comment on a new research project that aims to synthesise human genomes announced by Wellcome. Prof Robin Lovell-Badge … read more
expert reaction to observational study linking nitrate in drinking water to pre-term birth rates
A observational study published in PLOS Water looks at the link between nitrate in drinking water and premature births. Prof … read more
expert reaction to study suggesting adjuvants in certain vaccines may be one reason for their association with a reduction in dementia risk
A study published in NPJ Vaccines looks at adjuvants in vaccines and their association with a lower risk of dementia. Dr … read more
expert reaction to study looking at global childhood vaccination coverage
A study published in the Lancet looks at global trends in routine childhood vaccination coverage. Prof Beate Kampmann, Professor of Paediatric … read more
First new research findings published from Our Future Health data
The first published research findings from Our Future Health data looks at whether people living with chronic inflammatory conditions, such … read more
expert reaction to the R&D elements of the Industrial Strategy
Scientists comment on R&D elements of the Industrial Strategy, published by the Department for Business and Trade. Commenting on … read more
expert reaction to a real-time rapid analysis of heat-related excess mortality for 19-22 June 2025
Scientists comment on a real-time forecast of heat related deaths during the 19-22 June 2025 heatwave. Prof Hannah Cloke, … read more
expert reaction to observational study of blood biomarkers in ME/CFS patients
An observational study published in EMBO Molecular Medicine looks at blood biomarkers in ME/CFS patients. Prof Alan J Carson, Professor in Neuropsychiatry, … read more
expert reaction to final draft guidance on donanemab and lecanemab
Scientists comment on final NICE draft guidance on the use of donanemab and lecanemab for Alzheimer’s disease. Dr Sebastian … read more
expert reaction to a meta-analysis looking at the effect of Rapamycin, Metformin, and dietary restriction on lifespan in vertebrates
A meta-analysis published in Aging Cell looks at the effect of Rapamycin, Metformin, and Dietary Restriction on non-human vertebrate lifespan. … read more
expert reaction to study comparing evidence on intermittent fasting and traditional calorie reduction diets for weight loss
A study published in The BMJ compares the evidence around intermittent fasting and calorie restriction for weight loss. Prof Maik Pietzner, … read more
Indicators of Global Climate Change 2024
Indicators of Global Climate Change 2024 is the third in a series of annual updates on the state of the … read more
expert reaction to observational study looking at addictive screen use and mental health, suicidal behaviours, and suicidal ideation in US adolescents
An observational study published in JAMA looks at addictive screen use, suicidal behaviours and mental health in adolescents. Dr Amy … read more
expert reaction to UKHSA announcement of a rabies case in individual from UK following contact with animal in Morocco
Scientists comment on UKHSA announcing a rabies case in an individual that had contact with an animal in Morocco. … read more
expert reaction to a systematic review looking at the association between ocean microplastic pollution and cardiometabolic disease risk
A systematic review published in the Journal for the American Heart Association looks at ocean microplastic pollution and the risk of … read more
expert reaction to Dutch study looking at sexual function in transgender adults who had had puberty blockers in adolescence and then cross-sex hormones
A study published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine & Research looks at sexual function of transgender adults who had taken … read more
expert reaction to government announcement on boost to clinical trials
Scientists comment on the government announcing a boost to clinical trials as part of the 10 year health plan. … read more
expert reaction to Israeli strike on Iranian nuclear site
Scientists comment on the Israeli air strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. Dr Simon Bennett, Director of the Civil Safety … read more
expert reaction to Environment Agency declaring drought status for Yorkshire
Scientists comment on a drought status confirmed in Yorkshire, as announced by the Environment Agency. Lucy Barker, hydrologist at … read more