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Roy Wogelius unlocks fossils’ secrets

July 26, 2011
Insight
This month we speak to a geochemist who has been unlocking the secrets held in the skin of a 50 million year-old fossilised reptileDr Roy A. Wogelius is among the...
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Killer bean sprouts

July 26, 2011
Insight
The E. coli outbreak in Germany is serious but is the panic-stricken public making the situation worse? Leila Sattary investigates the killer German bean sproutsThe outbreak of E. coli poisoning...
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Comment And Analysis
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Pointless additions?

July 22, 2011
Insight
Two new elements are set to join the 118 already in the Periodic Table, but they decay so quickly – is there any point to discovering these heavy elements?
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Comment And Analysis
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The most unusual talent

July 15, 2011
Insight
They live in damp locations, feeding on bacteria and other micro-organisms – honey and oats is a bit of a treat, but what slime mould really wants is a sedative.Slime...
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Is the FSS really too expensive?

June 26, 2011
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As the public sector culling continues, so does the Government’s seemingly smug indifference. “Our hands are tied” they shrug, yet poorly concealed smiles reveal the joy as they exert their...
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Comment And Analysis
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Janine Erler’s Red Hot Women Award

June 26, 2011
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Women are increasingly being recognised for their role in science and scientific research, and this month’s Big Ask is no exceptionDr Janine Erler has recently been named winner of the...
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Intellectual property

June 26, 2011
Insight
Is intellectual property protection getting in the way of innovation and ultimately new medicines for patients? Leila Sattary investigates the importance of IP, the barriers it creates and new models...
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Is nuclear the answer?

June 17, 2011
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The Committee on Climate Change suggest 14 nuclear reactors should be built to help the UK reach their carbon emission target – but should they hold fire while alternative renewable...
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Comment And Analysis
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Nomenclature debate rumbles on…

June 15, 2011
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It appears that after last month’s rallying cry to all those in charge of naming scientific equipment (The delicate art of inspiration) that something of a split has developed in...
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Genetic legacy

May 26, 2011
Insight
As a recent father I find myself more and more concerned with the idea of legacy. What will I pass on to the next generation? What will I be remembered...
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A ray of sunshine with Lucie Green

May 26, 2011
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They travel at 2000km/s and could well be heading our way - who better to chat to about coronal mass ejections than all round solar expert and sole female presenter...
Physics & Engineering
Chemical Engineering, Engineering, Interviews
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Nuclear wonderland

May 26, 2011
Insight
During the last decade, nuclear power has gradually regained its credibility in the eyes of the public but now one uncontrollable nuclear accident has reminded everyone of the risks associated...
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