A commonly used antibiotic, doxycycline, could reduce the risk of schizophrenia in adolescents, a new study reveals. The research opens promising possibilities for repurposing existing medications to prevent severe mental illness.
New research reveals that surviving ARDS comes with a hidden cost: months of weakened immune function caused by oxygen deprivation that physically alters infection-fighting cells. This discovery could transform how we care for critically ill patients during recovery.
How do young people feel about the UK’s nuclear waste plans? A groundbreaking Youth Forum has brought fresh voices to the table, challenging assumptions and helping shape a safer, more inclusive approach to radioactive waste disposal.
Scientists aboard a research cruise in the Arctic are using cutting-edge eDNA technology to detect invasive species before they take hold. As shipping and tourism increase in the region, this early-warning approach could be vital for protecting fragile polar ecosystems
AstraZeneca and the University of Cambridge celebrate a decade of collaboration, transforming scientific breakthroughs into real-world patient care. Their partnership showcases the power of academia-industry synergy in securing the UK’s global leadership in life sciences.
The Royal Society of Chemistry is funding grassroots and institutional efforts to make chemistry more inclusive. Their Inclusion and Diversity Fund offers up to £5,000 per project to support initiatives that dismantle barriers in STEM.
Nuclear Waste Services is inspiring the next generation through nationwide STEM outreach—combining hands-on learning, career support, and professional mentorship to connect young people with opportunities in science, engineering, and nuclear sustainability.
Why do some insects mimic dangerous species almost perfectly, while others barely resemble them? A new study using 3D-printed insect models sheds light on the evolutionary mysteries of mimicry, revealing how predators shape what nature lets get away with.