Strawberries activate protection protein to prevent cardiovascular disease Strawberries, the traditional summer treat associated with Wimbledon could be serving up some unexpected health benefits. Scientists at the University of Warwick have been studying the beneficial effects of strawberries on our cardiovascular health, particularly around how they prevent the development of heart disease and diabetes. Professor [...]
In a recent paper published in the journal Stem Cells, scientists at UCL have shown that stem cells derived from amniotic fluid may be a potent therapeutic tool in the field of regenerative medicine. For more information see Potential new approach to regenerating skeletal muscle tissue. Tweet This Post
Science Minister David Willetts published an article in The Guardian today detailing a massive plan to give free access to papers published in peer-reviewed journals. The article mentions the following interesting points: The government currently spends approximately £5bn each year funding academic research when publishers randomly make articles open access on journal websites, readership increases [...]
I love science! And what a way to celebrate. The Science Museum Live on Tour theatre show is currently travelling throughout the UK and is sure to get your adrenaline pumping. Check it out! Related Post: Win a trip to the Galapagos! Tweet This Post
Would you want to know about your genetic risk for hundreds of conditions all in one go, ranging from whether you have a higher than average risk from Alzheimer’s disease or diabetes or whether you are sensitive to certain antibiotics or statins? How do you feel about researchers generating this information but not sharing it [...]
