Science
Very Interesting
The Genetic Hunt For Nessie
For centuries, many have claimed that a creature lurks in Loch Ness. Now, by seeking out monster DNA from the loch’s waters, scientists are going to find out what’s down there.
5 min |
July - August 2019
Very Interesting
It's Time For Change
Girls are not picking as many STEM subjects as boys, while professional female scientists are dropping out of the field. Does science have a problem with women?
10+ min |
July - August 2019
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Social Media Kills Self-Esteem
Our online image is now often more important than what our partners think of us.
3 min |
July - August 2019
Very Interesting
Why Your Brain Hates other People
It turns out that everyone’s a little bit racist. But don’t worry, we can use our biases to change our behaviour for the better
7 min |
November 2018
Very Interesting
Daydream Believer
It’s usually considered bad when your mind wanders. But research by Dr Eric Schumacher of Georgia Tech suggests ‘mind-wandering’ means your brain has enough cognitive capacity to multi-task
2 min |
September - October 2018
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Understanding Ageing
Calorie restriction can extend lifespan in mammals, but the mechanism is not clear. Research by Prof Jean-Pierre Issa of Temple University suggests it works through epigenetics
2 min |
September - October 2018
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Swear Like A Champ
Swearing is found in every language, and even chimps do it. But why do we swear, and is it a good thing? We chat to Emma Byrne, author of a new book on the subject
3 min |
September - October 2018
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Hallucinogenic Drug Brewed By Amazonians Could Be Used To Treat Alcoholism And Depression
A psychedelic drug traditionally used in South American shamanic ceremonies could be used to treat alcoholism and depression, new research from the University of Exeter and University College London suggests.
1 min |
September - October 2018
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Sperm-Stoppers - The Search For A Male Contraceptive Pill
For over half a century, women have been able to take control of their bodies to prevent pregnancies. But many men now want to share this responsibility with their partners. So how long will they be waiting for a male pill?
6 min |
November 2018
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No More Heart Attacks
Can cutting-edge new treatments and therapies put an end to cardiovascular and circulatory disease for good?
7 min |
May/June 2019
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Was 'Snowball Earth' Caused By A Perfect Storm Of Fire And Ice?
If you were to hop in a time machine and travel back about 717 million years, you’d be greeted with scenes reminiscent of the ice planet Hoth in Star Wars. But exactly how the Earth came to resemble a giant snowball has long been up for debate.
1 min |
Sept - Oct 2017
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Like The Wind
Yes, that is someone cycling. Down the side of a mountain.
1 min |
Sept - Oct 2017
Very Interesting
An Impudent Effort
Author Terence Tracey drove from Johannesburg to London in a 50-year-old Hillman Imp – in order to get to a birthday party
5 min |