“Sporadic cases outside Africa are expected to happen whilst the outbreak is not brought under control in Africa. Other than DRC, clade 1b mpox has also been transmitted locally in Burundi and Uganda.

Scientists comment on the Australian Senate approving a social media ban for under-16s. Professor Pete Etchells, Professor of Psychology and Science Communication, Bath Spa University, UK, said: ...

“Researchers looked at a protein in the brain called ‘S-acyltransferase’, which has been linked to cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s disease. By targeting this protein with a nasal spray they found ...

A study published in Nature Human Behaviour looks at the association between calorie labelling and calories purchased or consumed. Dr Hilda Mulrooney, Reader in Nutrition & Health, London Metropolitan ...

The Nuffield Council on Bioethics (NCOB) have published findings from their review of the ethical and regulatory questions surrounding stem cell-based embryo model (SCBEM) research.

“Yes, it confirms what was already known. The press release confirms that oral HRT is associated with an increase in the risk of venous thromboembolism. We cannot confirm from this study that any of ...

A study published in JAMA Dermatology looks at association between ultra-processed food (UPF) intake and Psoriasis. Prof Wendy Hall, Department of Nutritional Sciences, King’s College London, said: ...

Prof. Tim Osborn, Director of the Climatic Research Unit and Professor of Climate Science, University of East Anglia, said: ...

“Symptoms of methanol poisoning include vomiting, seizures and dizziness. The optic nerve seems to be particularly vulnerable to methanol toxicity, so there is the potential for temporary or permanent ...

A study published in BMC Medicine looks at the use of e-cigarettes among ex-smokers in England. Dr Jasmine Khouja, Senior Research Associate in the Tobacco and Alcohol Research Group, University of ...

November 22, 2024 expert reaction to closing stages of COP29 . Scientists comment on the closing stages of COP29. Prof Bill McGuire, Professor Emeritus of Geophysical & Climate Ha ...

To attempt to tackle this, the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) will hold the fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5) in late November with the aim of developing an ...