Was the universe really that small at the Big Bang?
What the Big Bang Theory really says about the origins of the universe.
Category: Snippets
Born ready: how shifting vaccination policies could jeopardise the next generation
New research has shown that maternal infection can dictate a newborn’s lifespan before leaving the womb — making recent changes in the UK vaccination schedule worrisome.
Cracking the brain code: could brain-computer interfaces predict disorders before they strike?
Within the last 100 years, technology has advanced far beyond what was ever originally imagined. Now, brain-computer interfaces have arrived. How feasible are they in predicting brain disorders? It’s not clear yet, but it might be soon.
Unwrapping the wonders: the science behind Christmas magic
Exploring the sparkling intersection of science and our favourite festive holiday traditions
Can nitrogen use in growing potatoes be improved to reduce dependence on fertilisers?
Discovery of the regulatory function of the protein StCDF1 in potato plant nitrogen processing could be used to reduce the need for nitrogen fertilisers
Building a Microbial Forest… 14 Cells at a Time
Producing up to 14 cells per division, Corynebacterium matruchotii displays a never-before seen mechanism of multiplication, and happens to be resident on your teeth.
Epstein-Barr virus: Its underestimated role in Multiple Sclerosis
How can a common virus like Epstein-Barr virus trigger the development of Multiple Sclerosis, a debilitating autoimmune disorder?
