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Genetic study suggests possible means to identify drug resistant epilepsy

April 20, 2025
Identifiying ‘genetic signatures’ could enable medical experts to determine which epilepsy sufferers are most likely to certain seizure medications, suggests a new report.

Game Theory: Photosynthesis

April 14, 2025
It’s fun before science with Photosynthesis, say Dr Louise Robinson and Dr Ian Turner.

Integrity at all times

April 14, 2025
Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) plays a crucial role in engineering advanced materials but accurate results require careful sample preparation and transport, advises Britta Siefer.

Protein test ‘for a fiver’ may quadruple accuracy of heart risk prediction

April 11, 2025
Basic £5 blood tests for a single protein could more accurately predict a person's risk of heart attacks and strokes, according to research funded by the British Heart Foundation.

New survey finds lower levels of vitamins and iodine in UK milk

April 10, 2025
A new survey of cows’ milk on sale in UK supermarkets has found that it contains lower levels of vitamin B12, riboflavin and iodine compared to nearly 30 years ago.

Chemical expansion

April 7, 2025
After increasing to add a dedicated chemical lab zone last year, CHEMUK returns with a further addition to its show complement at Birmingham NEC from 21-22 May.

Engineering biology: converting lab R&D into outputs

April 6, 2025
IChemE’s Duncan Lugton, who submitted evidence to the House of Lords Science and Technology Committee inquiry on engineering biology, examines the key areas of interest, highlighting issues that must be...

Study reveals older exercisers are made of tougher stuff

April 5, 2025
Older adults may be more physically resilient when exercising than is commonly supposed, according to a new study from the University of Lancaster.

Sustainable sensor guards plant health and feeds the soil

April 1, 2025
It sounds like an environmentalist’s dream: technology that helps boost crop yields and then composts into the same soil to provide extra nutrients…

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