Behind Birdsong: Environment’s Influence on Language
In this snippet, we peer into the relationship between nature and animal communication.
Category: Snippets
The 100,000 genome project: are we set to change UK healthcare?
Emma Briggs unravels developments in genome sequencing, and outlines the prospects of ongoing research.
Glasgow Resists Antibiotic Resistance
Sara Berent discusses the rise of antibiotic resistance, and efforts made by Glasgow students to raise awareness and funds.
New nano-tweezers help “pluck” single molecules from live cells
From stray hairs to our DNA, Miriam Scarpa outlines developments made by nano-sizing tweezers.
Mens Sana in Corpore Sano – A Healthy Mind in a Healthy Body
It’s not just about looking cool on social media – practicing yoga poses can shape our brain!
China’s back-and-forth on protecting tiger bones and rhino horns
Alexandra Brumwell reviews China’s ban of tiger bone and rhino horn trade.
Three Trendy Fallacies of Conscious Consumerism
Victoria Smith discusses three ways we may be harming the environment in our eco-friendly efforts, and how we can alter our actions to help instead.
Happy Birthday, Helium!
Maisie Keogh takes a look at the fascinating gas celebrating 150 years since its discovery and the many uses it has today.
