BIOLOGY

Prime Numbers in Nature: Cyclical Cicadas

To many, prime numbers are a useless concept studied in maths and soon forgotten about, having no impact on the rest of our lives. While they do have some applications in computing and encryption....

Nerves, Pain, Dr Seuss, and the Chippendale Mupp

Although hypothetical and a little absurd, for a story written in 1962 the Chippendale Mupp can prompt all sorts of questions and calculations about the technicalities of nerves....

The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Biotechnology

”It will either be the best thing that’s ever happened to us, or it will be the worst thing.” - Stephen Hawking Introduction The twin revolution in artificial intelligence and biotechnology is....

AlphaFold

Unlocking the secrets of DNA, AlphaFold revolutionises the world of protein structures, dramatically enhancing our understanding of diseases. This AI breakthrough paves the way for unprecedented....

Prions and Alzheimer’s Disease

Proteins are absolutely fundamental and essential to life - not least that of humans. Yet when polypeptides misfold - generating "prions" - the consequences can be devastating, and raise numerous....

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Richard Kim “I’m very OCD about it.” Doubtless, this is a phrase you have heard several times in your life and have perhaps said yourself. To many of us, the three....

Cultured Meat, a Low Carbon alternative?

In a world grappling with climate change, cultured meat emerges as a potential game-changer. Yet, amidst bold claims and high hopes, uncertainties loom. Will sustainable energy and efficient processes....

the Value of Pain

The Value of Pain Pain. A four-letter word that can mean so much or so little, depending on who you are. But for all of us, it serves an important purpose: that of keeping us alive. When you burn your....

How drinkable is your water? The reverse osmosis process explained:

How Drinkable Is Your Water? The Reverse Osmosis Process Explained: Currently, one in four people in the world drink water contaminated with faeces. What’s more, one in three lacks access to safe....
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