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How solar-powered village in Kenya outback kept lights on during Africa's biggest blackout
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Exhibition in the Octagon Gallery reexamines student life in London over the past two centuries
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Environment - Life Sciences - 13.07.2023 
Small-winged and lighter coloured butterflies likely to be at greatest threat from climate change
The family, wing length and wing colour of tropical butterflies all influence their ability to withstand rising temperatures, say a team led by ecologists at the University of Cambridge. The researchers believe this could help identify species whose survival is under threat from climate change. Ultimately all insects, including butterflies, the world over are likely to be affected by climate change.
Environment - Life Sciences - 12.07.2023
Health - Life Sciences - 11.07.2023
Life Sciences - Social Sciences - 10.07.2023 
Same-sex behaviour is widespread and heritable in macaque monkeys
Observations of a wild colony of macaques over three years show same-sex sexual behaviour among males is widespread and may be beneficial. The results, published today in Nature Ecology and Evolution , suggest same-sex sexual behaviour (SSB) has evolved and may be a common feature of primate reproduction.
Life Sciences - Health - 10.07.2023
Health - Life Sciences - 04.07.2023
Agronomy / Food Science - Life Sciences - 03.07.2023
Health - Life Sciences - 03.07.2023
Health - Life Sciences - 29.06.2023
Life Sciences - Health - 28.06.2023
Health - Life Sciences - 28.06.2023
Life Sciences - Chemistry - 28.06.2023
Health - Life Sciences - 28.06.2023
Health - Life Sciences - 27.06.2023 
Monitoring British bats can help identify coronaviruses with pathogen potential
Researchers who found novel coronaviruses in UK bats say genetic surveys of the viruses should be regularly conducted. Working with a network of bat conservationists, a research team led by Imperial College London and University College London researchers screened faecal samples from UK bats for coronaviruses.
Life Sciences - Pharmacology - 27.06.2023 
Chemical imbalance in the forebrain underpins compulsive behaviour and OCD
Neuroscientists say that the findings are a -major piece of the puzzle- in understanding OCD, and could open up new lines of treatment. The results suggest new strategies for medication in OCD based on available drugs that regulate glutamate Trevor Robbins Scientists at the University of Cambridge have used powerful new brain imaging techniques to reveal a neurochemical imbalance within regions of the frontal lobes in patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
Life Sciences - Health - 27.06.2023 
Human embryo-like models created from stem cells to understand earliest stages of human development
Cambridge scientists have created a stem cell-derived model of the human embryo in the lab by reprogramming human stem cells. The breakthrough could help research into genetic disorders and in understanding why and how pregnancies fail.
Life Sciences - 27.06.2023 
Brain mechanism that connects the past and present discovered
UCL researchers have uncovered the process in the brain that supports our understanding of ongoing experiences. The study, published in Nature Neuroscience, has found that daily experiences require us to process a continuous stream of information. This is shown when watching a movie, as although the film is continuous, our brains break it down into discrete events, such as scenes.
Environment - Life Sciences - 26.06.2023
Paleontology - Life Sciences - 23.06.2023
Life Sciences - 20.06.2023 
New embryonic cell type that self-destructs to protect the developing embryo
Scientists from the Milner Centre for Evolution have uncovered a new quality control system that removes damaged cells from early developing embryos. Scientists studying gene activity data of the early human embryo have discovered an overlooked type of cell which self-destructs within days of forming, as part of a quality control process to protect the developing foetus.
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The family, wing length and wing colour of tropical butterflies all influence their ability to withstand rising temperatures, say a team led by ecologists at the University of Cambridge. The researchers believe this could help identify species whose survival is under threat from climate change. Ultimately all insects, including butterflies, the world over are likely to be affected by climate change.
More than 900 at-risk animal and plant species not covered by global trade protections
A new study has revealed that two-fifths of species likely threatened by the international wildlife trade are not covered by the global agreement that regulates it. This includes 370 species that are Critically Endangered or Endangered on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Overexploitation is a major threat to vulnerable animal and plant species, and one of the key drivers of biodiversity loss.
A new study has revealed that two-fifths of species likely threatened by the international wildlife trade are not covered by the global agreement that regulates it. This includes 370 species that are Critically Endangered or Endangered on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Overexploitation is a major threat to vulnerable animal and plant species, and one of the key drivers of biodiversity loss.
Unborn babies use ’greedy’ gene from dads to ’remote-control’ mums into feeding them extra food
A study in mice has found that fetuses use a copy of a gene inherited from their dad to force their mum to release as much nutrition as possible during pregnancy. It's the first direct evidence that a gene inherited from the father is signalling to the mother to divert nutrients to the fetus Amanda Sferruzzi-Perri The unborn baby -remote controls- its mother's metabolism so the two are in a nutritional tug of war.
A study in mice has found that fetuses use a copy of a gene inherited from their dad to force their mum to release as much nutrition as possible during pregnancy. It's the first direct evidence that a gene inherited from the father is signalling to the mother to divert nutrients to the fetus Amanda Sferruzzi-Perri The unborn baby -remote controls- its mother's metabolism so the two are in a nutritional tug of war.
Observations of a wild colony of macaques over three years show same-sex sexual behaviour among males is widespread and may be beneficial. The results, published today in Nature Ecology and Evolution , suggest same-sex sexual behaviour (SSB) has evolved and may be a common feature of primate reproduction.
Participating in genetic studies is in your genes: Oxford study
Why do some people take part in genetic studies while others do not? The answer may lie within our genetic makeup. According to a ground-breaking study by Oxford's Leverhulme Centre for Demographic Science and Big Data Institute , people who participate in genetic studies are genetically more likely to do so, leaving detectable 'footprints' in genetics data.
Why do some people take part in genetic studies while others do not? The answer may lie within our genetic makeup. According to a ground-breaking study by Oxford's Leverhulme Centre for Demographic Science and Big Data Institute , people who participate in genetic studies are genetically more likely to do so, leaving detectable 'footprints' in genetics data.
Study improves accuracy of predictive breast cancer genetic test for Ashkenazi Jewish women
Manchester researchers have developed a way to improve the accuracy of breast cancer genetic testing for women from Ashkenazi Jewish backgrounds. New forms of genetic tests can tell women their personal risk of developing breast cancer. However, previous research has shown they are not accurate for many Black, Asian or Ashkenazi Jewish women, or women with a mixed ethnic background.
Manchester researchers have developed a way to improve the accuracy of breast cancer genetic testing for women from Ashkenazi Jewish backgrounds. New forms of genetic tests can tell women their personal risk of developing breast cancer. However, previous research has shown they are not accurate for many Black, Asian or Ashkenazi Jewish women, or women with a mixed ethnic background.
Helping plants and bacteria work together reduces fertiliser need
Helping to promote the natural relationship between plants and bacteria could reduce reliance on environmentally damaging fertilisers, a study has found. As the population grows and crop yields are threatened by climate change, scientists are keen to help promote plant growth in a natural and sustainable way.
Helping to promote the natural relationship between plants and bacteria could reduce reliance on environmentally damaging fertilisers, a study has found. As the population grows and crop yields are threatened by climate change, scientists are keen to help promote plant growth in a natural and sustainable way.
Identifying Parkinson’s risk through smartwatches
New research by Cardiff University has found that smartwatches could help predict who is likely to develop Parkinson's disease, up to seven years before clinical diagnosis. Published in the journal Nature Medicine , the team from the University's Neuroscience and Mental Health Innovation Institute (NMHII) and the UK Dementia Research Institute, found that wearable tech that tracks accelerometery - the acceleration of motion - could be vital in identifying individuals in the general population who are most likely to develop Parkinson's disease.
New research by Cardiff University has found that smartwatches could help predict who is likely to develop Parkinson's disease, up to seven years before clinical diagnosis. Published in the journal Nature Medicine , the team from the University's Neuroscience and Mental Health Innovation Institute (NMHII) and the UK Dementia Research Institute, found that wearable tech that tracks accelerometery - the acceleration of motion - could be vital in identifying individuals in the general population who are most likely to develop Parkinson's disease.
Potent new compound discovery has breakthrough potential for certain parasitic diseases
Scientists have discovered a new class of compound that is potentially active against trypanosome parasites that cause human African trypanosomiasis (or sleeping sickness) and Chagas disease. Scientists have discovered a new class of compound that is potentially active against trypanosome parasites that cause human African trypanosomiasis (or sleeping sickness) and Chagas disease.
Scientists have discovered a new class of compound that is potentially active against trypanosome parasites that cause human African trypanosomiasis (or sleeping sickness) and Chagas disease. Scientists have discovered a new class of compound that is potentially active against trypanosome parasites that cause human African trypanosomiasis (or sleeping sickness) and Chagas disease.
Scientists identify first genetic marker for MS severity
A study of more than 22,000 people with multiple sclerosis has discovered the first genetic variant associated with faster disease progression, which can rob patients of their mobility and independence over time.
A study of more than 22,000 people with multiple sclerosis has discovered the first genetic variant associated with faster disease progression, which can rob patients of their mobility and independence over time.
We found coronaviruses in UK bats - so far the danger’s minimal but we need to know more
Professor Francois Balloux, PhD candidate Cedric Tan and Dr Lucy van Dorp (all UCL Biosciences) share their new research in The Conversation on RNA viruses, generally considered the most worrying infectious threats, circulating in UK bats and their zoonotic potential. Most emerging infectious diseases are caused by zoonotic pathogens - viruses and bacteria which circulate in wild and domestic animals but are also capable of infecting humans.
Professor Francois Balloux, PhD candidate Cedric Tan and Dr Lucy van Dorp (all UCL Biosciences) share their new research in The Conversation on RNA viruses, generally considered the most worrying infectious threats, circulating in UK bats and their zoonotic potential. Most emerging infectious diseases are caused by zoonotic pathogens - viruses and bacteria which circulate in wild and domestic animals but are also capable of infecting humans.
People with obsessive-compulsive disorder have an imbalance of brain chemicals
According to new research shared in The Conversation, Dr Marjan Biria (UCL Psychiatry) and researchers from Cambridge University have discovered an imbalance in brain chemicals in OCD that could lead to radically different and improved treatments. People often jokingly say they've "got a bit of OCD" (obsessive-compulsive disorder) if they are overly organised or tidy.
According to new research shared in The Conversation, Dr Marjan Biria (UCL Psychiatry) and researchers from Cambridge University have discovered an imbalance in brain chemicals in OCD that could lead to radically different and improved treatments. People often jokingly say they've "got a bit of OCD" (obsessive-compulsive disorder) if they are overly organised or tidy.
Key gene that blocks the ’spillover’ of avian flu to humans discovered
Understanding the genetic make-up of currently circulating avian flu strains may offer one of the best lines of defence against widespread human transmission. This is, according to new research which has found a key human gene responsible for blocking most avian flu viruses from spilling over into people Understanding the genetic make-up of currently circulating avian flu strains may offer one of the best lines of defence against widespread human transmission.
Understanding the genetic make-up of currently circulating avian flu strains may offer one of the best lines of defence against widespread human transmission. This is, according to new research which has found a key human gene responsible for blocking most avian flu viruses from spilling over into people Understanding the genetic make-up of currently circulating avian flu strains may offer one of the best lines of defence against widespread human transmission.
Researchers who found novel coronaviruses in UK bats say genetic surveys of the viruses should be regularly conducted. Working with a network of bat conservationists, a research team led by Imperial College London and University College London researchers screened faecal samples from UK bats for coronaviruses.
Neuroscientists say that the findings are a -major piece of the puzzle- in understanding OCD, and could open up new lines of treatment. The results suggest new strategies for medication in OCD based on available drugs that regulate glutamate Trevor Robbins Scientists at the University of Cambridge have used powerful new brain imaging techniques to reveal a neurochemical imbalance within regions of the frontal lobes in patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
Cambridge scientists have created a stem cell-derived model of the human embryo in the lab by reprogramming human stem cells. The breakthrough could help research into genetic disorders and in understanding why and how pregnancies fail.
UCL researchers have uncovered the process in the brain that supports our understanding of ongoing experiences. The study, published in Nature Neuroscience, has found that daily experiences require us to process a continuous stream of information. This is shown when watching a movie, as although the film is continuous, our brains break it down into discrete events, such as scenes.
Plastic pollution to be almost ubiquitous across coral reefs, mostly from fishing activities
Sea urchin, Asthenosoma varium, entangled with fishing line while camouflaging itself with a plastic bag at 130 m depth in the Philippines. Image credit: Luiz Rocha © California Academy of Sciences. In the most comprehensive survey to date, researchers have revealed the scale of plastic pollution on coral reefs, even at great depths.
Sea urchin, Asthenosoma varium, entangled with fishing line while camouflaging itself with a plastic bag at 130 m depth in the Philippines. Image credit: Luiz Rocha © California Academy of Sciences. In the most comprehensive survey to date, researchers have revealed the scale of plastic pollution on coral reefs, even at great depths.
New Oxford study sheds light on the origin of animals
A study led by the University of Oxford has brought us one step closer to solving a mystery that has puzzled naturalists since Charles Darwin: when did animals first appear in the history of Earth? The results have been published today in the journal Trends in Ecology & Evolution . Animals* first occur in the fossil record around 574 million years ago.
A study led by the University of Oxford has brought us one step closer to solving a mystery that has puzzled naturalists since Charles Darwin: when did animals first appear in the history of Earth? The results have been published today in the journal Trends in Ecology & Evolution . Animals* first occur in the fossil record around 574 million years ago.
Scientists from the Milner Centre for Evolution have uncovered a new quality control system that removes damaged cells from early developing embryos. Scientists studying gene activity data of the early human embryo have discovered an overlooked type of cell which self-destructs within days of forming, as part of a quality control process to protect the developing foetus.
Environment - Sep 25
How solar-powered village in Kenya outback kept lights on during Africa's biggest blackout
How solar-powered village in Kenya outback kept lights on during Africa's biggest blackout
Event - Sep 25
Exhibition in the Octagon Gallery reexamines student life in London over the past two centuries
Exhibition in the Octagon Gallery reexamines student life in London over the past two centuries