Peer review is changing: why a revamp to one of science’s oldest traditions is needed
Calls for a change to how scientific papers are processed is beginning to catch on
Dormant diseases buried under the ice could be awoken as global warming accelerates
As Coronavirus wreaks havoc on the Earth, some scientists are looking towards the Arctic as a potential source for the next pandemic.
CERN approves work on a next-generation particle collider. Why does it matter?
CERN has approved work on a new collider. Here, we go into a brief overview of the history and background of particle colliders.
Emissions have dropped due to COVID-19. Is there any way we can make this stick?
Nations around the world have seen unprecedented drops in emissions due to Coronavirus lockdowns. Can we ensure this change isn’t just temporary?
Study sheds light on the genetics of same-sex behaviour
The concept of a single ‘gay gene’ may have finally been put to rest by a recent study. A study done in 2019 has identified five separate genetic loci that correlate with same-sex behaviour.
5G will change the world forever, this is how it works
5G, the next generation of telecommunications has been marred by conspiracy in recent months. What many people don’t realise however, is how much this technology will change the world.
How archaeologists use chemistry to find out about our past
In archaeology, experts use many different forms of analysis to learn about the Earth’s past. One of these methods is known as isotope analysis. By characterising the elemental makeup of human remains, we can determine qualities like their age or diet.