Academy set up by scientists to allow ‘free exchange of ideas’
A NEW academy to allow “the free exchange of ideas” has been set up by scientists who say they were “silenced, censored, and slandered” for questioning the handling of the … Read More
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Fungal infections kill more people than breast cancer, say scientists – the threat posed
BREAST cancer is one of the most prevalent cancers in the UK. Every year thousands of people die from the condition leaving their families devastated. However, scientists say there is … Read More
Hepatitis cases surge in UK sparking WHO warning as scientists baffled by rise
THE WORLD Health Organisation has announced it is closely monitoring cases of hepatitis in the UK after it was notified about a rise in cases among younger adults. The health … Read More
Dementia: Scientists at Oxford University discover ‘neurotoxic’ chemical triggers dementia
DEMENTIA is one of an umbrella of neurodegenerative conditions that results in thousands of deaths every year. The race to find new treatments for the disease is on. Scientists at … Read More
No more flat car batteries: Scientists make breakthrough that doubles EV lifespans
SCIENTISTS have made a breakthrough in battery technology that could revolutionise charging in cars and even phones. Daily Express :: Cars Feed
Scientists discover new ‘Quantum’ tech – could charge EVs in as little as nine seconds
EXPERTS in South Korea have discovered a way to charge electric cars around 200 times faster than current speeds. Daily Express :: Life and Style Feed
Scientists develop ‘dementia calculator’ to predict your risk within the next five years
DEMENTIA and the conditions that sit under its neurodegenerative umbrella affect thousands of patients every year. Families have to watch as their loved ones slowly fade from view. Daily Express … Read More
Next Covid strain could kill many more, warn scientists ahead of England restrictions ending
Demands grow for government science chiefs to reveal evidence backing move to lift last protective measures A future variant of Covid-19 could be much more dangerous and cause far higher … Read More
Failure to prevent pandemics at source is ‘greatest folly’, say scientists
Protecting wildlife to stop viruses jumping to humans would save far more than it costs, analysis shows Preventing future pandemics at source would cost a small fraction of the damage … Read More
Expanding national parks not enough to protect nature, say scientists
‘Urgent’ coordinated action to tackle overconsumption, farming subsidies and the climate crisis also needed to halt biodiversity loss Expanding national parks and protected areas will not be enough to halt … Read More
Chemical pollution has passed safe limit for humanity, say scientists
Study calls for cap on production and release as pollution threatens global ecosystems upon which life depends The cocktail of chemical pollution that pervades the planet now threatens the stability … Read More
Global heating linked to early birth and damage to babies’ health, scientists find
Exclusive: Studies show high temperatures and air pollution during pregnancy can cause lifelong health effects The climate crisis is damaging the health of foetuses, babies and infants across the world, … Read More
Gum disease: Scientists identify ‘more effective methods for prevention and treatment’
A BLOOD clotting protein has been linked to the inflammation in the gums that results in tooth loss and bone damage. Disabling it could be a preventative treatment. Daily Express … Read More
Scientists hope to unravel mystery of Sicily’s child mummies
Remains of some of the 163 children at Capuchin Catacombs of Palermo to be examined using X-ray The 200-year-old secrets of the child mummies of the Capuchin Catacombs of Palermo … Read More
Plastic beads could make nets more visible to cetaceans, scientists say
Beads add hardly any extra weight to fishing gear and could save thousands of lives, it is claimed Simple plastic beads could save the lives of some of the thousands … Read More
Omicron: Scientists explain why the Covid variant is ‘extraordinarily contagious’ – update
OFFICIAL documentation from the UK Health Security Agency revealed the total number of Omicron cases on Monday, December 27, which stands at 159,932 positive test results. Why is this variant … Read More
Scientists caution against giving animals as gifts to developing countries
Jane Goodall says such donations can have unintended consequences, especially where water is scarce It’s the classic gift given by do-gooding family members at Christmas but Jane Goodall and other … Read More
New year ‘too late’ for extra Covid rules in England, scientists say
Reaction comes after Boris Johnson announces there will be no additional measures put in place for now Coronavirus – latest updates See all our coronavirus coverage Scientists have reacted with … Read More
UK scientists: bring in curbs now or face up to 2m daily Covid infections as Omicron spreads
Deaths could hit 6,000 a day and delaying restrictions until New Year will cut effectiveness, say Sage experts Read more: is there any good news at all on Omicron? The … Read More
Scientists watch giant ‘doomsday’ glacier in Antarctica with concern
Cracks and fissures stoke fears of breakup that could lead to half-metre rise in global sea levels – or more Twenty years ago, an area of ice thought to weigh … Read More
NHS could face surge in hospitalisations despite booster, scientists warn
Drop in protection against Omicron variant may lead to ‘a large number of people’ needing treatment Coronavirus – latest updates See all our coronavirus coverage Hospitalisations from Covid could pose … Read More
AstraZeneca blood clots: Scientists may have found out what causes the side effect – study
AS THE booster programme is ramped up dramatically in a bid to stem the spread the spread of the Omicron variant this winter, scientists have found the answer as to … Read More
Scientists fear falling trust in Boris Johnson could harm bid to curb Omicron surge
Researchers say new rules may be needed to cut deaths, but there are concerns that ‘fed-up’ people will ignore government Coronavirus – latest updates See all our coronavirus coverage Ministers … Read More
Omicron could cause 75,000 deaths in England by end of April, say scientists
Peak of 2,400 daily hospital admissions is most optimistic scenario if England stays in Plan B, say advisers Coronavirus – latest updates See all our coronavirus coverage Tougher Covid restrictions … Read More
Scientists find ‘stealth’ version of Omicron not identifiable with PCR test
Researchers fear new Covid variant could spread unnoticed because rough means of flagging up cases does not work Coronavirus – latest updates See all our coronavirus coverage Scientists have identified … Read More
Sage scientists seek balanced UK response to Omicron concerns
With Covid variant danger unclear, advisers say home working and less social mixing should be encouraged Coronavirus – latest updates See all our coronavirus coverage Government officials and scientific advisers … Read More
Covid live: Omicron variant could cause ‘large wave of infections’, UK scientists warn; Switzerland tightens restrictions
UK government advisers say Omicron variant could lead to wave requiring ‘stringent response measures’; Swiss government reinforces mask rules Germany’s Covid wave could reach ‘sad peak’ at Christmas GPs in … Read More