Medlink – Create + Connect

Okay, I know it’s a longer-than-normal title but that’s because it was also the title to the EPQ I carried out last year. For those of you that are unfamiliar with the EPQ, it stands for ‘Extended Quali […]

Genetically engineered crops have been in use since the late 90s, and even that has flared up opposition based on possible risk to human health, the environment and other unforeseen repercussions. So mention […]

Following my recent trip to Transylvania in Romania for work experience, I have decided to dedicate this post to the monsters and myths which stem from the region: specifically vampires. Like many historical […]

Last week, the Institute of Cancer Research announced that scientists have been able to precisely pinpoint the timing in which different stages of a patient’s cancer developed. This could result in some i […]

The humble peanut is much loved around the world, making up 67% of all nut consumption in the US and can be found as an ingredient in a ridiculous number of foods or eaten as a savoury snack. Unfortunately, peanut […]

The humble peanut is much loved around the world, making up 67% of all nut consumption in the US and can be found as an ingredient in a ridiculous number of foods or eaten as a savoury snack. Unfortunately, peanut […]

Now I’m not particularly athletically inclined, try as I might, but the one thing that I could win at is getting good sleep. Of course practice makes perfect, but a few tips on how to fall asleep faster and […]

We spend about a third of our lives sleeping, and many aspects of it remains a mystery to scientists but what they do know is that it is very important in brain development, muscle repair, memory consolidation and […]

As we approach Easter time, many of us will be noticing the blooming flowers and longer, sunnier days- for many of us, a reason to rejoice! The better weather definitely seems to cheer people up and boost ice […]

I’m sure you’re familiar with and maybe even ‘daring’ enough to use the 5-second rule, but a news article this week has brought this question to my attention as Professor Anthony Hilton has decreed that it’s […]

An anaesthetic is a substance that induces insensitivity to pain with anaesthesia literally meaning ‘without sensation’. Anaesthesia is used in modern times on a day to day basis, during tests and surgical […]

The word ‘clinodactyly’ stems from the Ancient Greek meaning “to bend” and “digit”, and that is basically what this genetic abnormality is. I first became interested in this when I noticed my younger sister’s […]

Technology has integrated itself every aspect of life and medicine is no exception. From 3D printing of organs to genetic engineering of embryos, advances in technology directly link to advances in medicine and […]

There is no doubt that euthanasia is a difficult debate, with passionate views  both for and against it. Assisted suicide has been legal in Oregon since 1997, and assisted suicide and euthanasia have been […]

Ever wondered why popcorn pops? Or how a little kernel of corn becomes a tasty snack with just a little bit of heat? Well, whether you have or not I am about to explain the science behind […]

I feel confident in saying that music is part of everyone’s lives and for many it plays a big part. Playing, producing and writing music brings enjoyment to those who do it and to those who listen and there are […]

It’s a romantic sentiment,  the idea that the death of a loved one or even a break up can ‘break’ your heart, but is it a real thing and could you actually die from one? Something I’d not considered until a […]