The Tortoise and the Mathematician: A Tale of Geometry
In 2006 scientists first produced a 3D object that is related to the roly-poly toy, tortoises, drones, and Mars. Intrigued?
Category: Features
A Message from Your Genes: Quit Smoking Now!
Need a reason stronger than saving money to finally give up? Giusy Caligiuri reports the latest news on the genetic effects of smoking a cigarette.
Maths, English, Science…Nutrition?
With the ever growing obesity epidemic, Eleanor Marlow investigates the lack of knowledge surrounding nutrition in the average UK adult, and suggests implementing a nutrition class in high school curriculums to fight the obesity epidemic.
When Brain Glue Fights Back
Kaitlyn Hair takes a closer look at glial brain cells and their emerging “Jekyll and Hyde” role in neuroprotection and neurodegeneration.
Once Upon a Wrinkle
Rachel Milligan tells the story of the botulinum toxin discovery and how the ‘miracle poison’ was transformed into Botox.
The Fast Way to Cure Diabetes
Scientists have just explained how fasting cycles could be beneficial for both type-1 and type-2 diabetic patients. Is it the end for insulin injections?
The Hidden Weapon to Defeat Cancer
Could it be possible that we harbour a weapon to defeat cancer in our body? YES! Scientists are using our own immune system to kill tumours.
