Behind Birdsong: Environment’s Influence on Language
In this snippet, we peer into the relationship between nature and animal communication.
Category: Life Sciences
Glasgow Skeptics: “What Phrenology Teaches Us About Ourselves”
Phrenology is a derided 18th-century pseudoscience; so how does it still have implications in 2019? Kirstin covers the Glasgow Skeptics talk by Professor David Price.
Introducing theGIST Junior: British Science Week 2019
Some GISTers attended Gavinburn Primary School as part of British Science Week, resulting in some brilliant Junior articles. Read them here:
Raising Female Leadership for a Sustainable Future of Our Planet: Mother Nature Needs Her Daughters
Jana presents the Homeward Bound leadership initiative which aims at building a global network of 1000 women in STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math & Medicine) to influence policy and decision making as it shapes our planet.
The Fungus and the Frog
Dzachary leaps into the realm of mycology, as he sheds some light on the prevalence of chytridiomycosis infections in amphibians, caused by fungal agents.
Can You Feel It?
Audrey interviews Laura Bücheler, University of Strathclyde graduate and Co-Founder of one of the top 500 deep-tech startups, GHOST – Feel It, and provides a glimpse into the exciting world of medical device innovation.
Glasgow Resists Antibiotic Resistance
Sara Berent discusses the rise of antibiotic resistance, and efforts made by Glasgow students to raise awareness and funds.
