Scientists comment on reports that debris from a Chinese rocket (Zhuque-3) is coming to earth and may crash into Britain. … read more
A study published in Nature looks at genetic determinants of persistent Epstein-Barr virus DNA and associations with chronic conditions. Prof Lawrence … read more
A study published in Nature looks at Google Deepmind’s AI AlphaGenome tool for predicting function from DNA sequences. Professor Kristian Helin, … read more
Scientists comment on a Nipah virus outbreak in India. Prof Piero Olliaro, Professor of Poverty Related Infectious Diseases, University … read more
A study published in Psychological Medicine looks at associations between menopause and HRT use and mental health. Prof Ciara McCabe, Professor … read more
Scientists comment on news that the UK has lost its measles elimination status. Prof Andrew Pollard, Director of the … read more
A study published in JAMA Network Open looks at the association between Generative AI use and depressive symptoms among US adults. … read more
A study published in Nature investigates atmospheric microplastics emissions from land and water. Dr Soroush Abolfathi, Reader in Water and Environmental … read more
A research letter published in Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology looks feasibility of UK paediatric type 1 diabetes screening. Prof Shareen Forbes, … read more
Two cohort studies published in BMJ Medicine looks at types of physical activity and mortality. Prof Tom Yates, Professor of Physical … read more
Scientists comment on a UN report: “Global Water Bankruptcy: Living Beyond Our Hydrological Means in the Post-Crisis Era” Prof … read more
A study published in JAMA Neurology looks at exposure to air pollution and the risk of Motor Neurone Disease (MND). … read more
A re-analysis of an ultra-processed food clinical trial looks at food choice, energy and nutrient intake on an unprocessed diet. … read more
Scientists comment on the ‘Public Attitudes to Science 2025‘ report. Dr Alicia Greated, Executive Director of the Campaign for … read more
Scientists comment on the launch of a trial by LifeArc to test whether a finger prick test could be used … read more
A study published in The Lancet Obstetrics, Gynaecology, & Women’s Health looks at paracetamol use during pregnancy and the risk of … read more
Scientists comment on the evidence around the benefits and harms of social media and social media bans on young people. … read more
Scientists comment on Copernicus data that shows 2025 was the third hottest year on record. Prof Richard Allan, climate … read more
A study published in The Lancet looks at small changes in physical activity and mortality risk. Dr Richard Godfrey, Senior Lecturer … read more
A study published in eClinical Medicine looks at improvements in sleep, physical activity and diet being linked to a longer life. … read more
