Technologies improve human welfare and solve global issues
Shu Wei Goh, Co-Founder of the global AI ecosystem builder and VC firm, Skymind, explores how technologies contribute to the improvement of human welfare & solving global issues.
Part 3: Scientific sunburn & skin cancer
Chanda Siddoo-Atwal, President and Primary Biochemist of Moondust Cosmetics Ltd. continues her discussion on sunburn & skin cancer science.
Should we incorporate animal welfare in sustainable governance?
Experts have called on international governments to include animal welfare policies in sustainable governance, to promote better animal health in future politics.
The link between fish oil benefits and men’s health
Dr Deborah Lee, Dr Fox Online Pharmacy, explores and examines fish oil benefits when it comes to the health of men.
Clinical contraceptive counselling can decrease unintended pregnancies
Contraceptive counselling for female patients who are sexually active can increase contraceptive use, without increasing the risk for sexually transmitted infections.
The consequences of farm policy and regulations on America’s food supply
Peter Bachman from USA Rice sheds light on the consequences of farm policy and regulations on America’s food supply.
Racial disparities found in early-onset colon cancer survival rates
Between 1992 and 2013, survival rates for young adults with colorectal cancer (CRC) only improved for Caucasian patients – no increase was seen for those from Black, Hispanic or Asian communities
Do labels efficiently tell you what’s in your weed strain?
Research finds that labels on weed often fail to adequately reflect products' chemical make-up and components of the weed strain.
Tackling NHS waiting lists through effective workforce management
Tim Powlson and Sue Johnson Gregory, at Entec Si, discuss how a new approach to workforce management could help reduce NHS waiting lists.
Should we be preparing for a widespread monkeypox outbreak?
This ‘unusual’ monkeypox outbreak has been found to be larger and more widespread than previous outbreaks outside of Africa, and health experts propose better preparation.
Banning indoor tanning beds would prevent skin cancer
Banning commercially available indoor tanning beds would prevent skin cancer and reduce deaths from the most serious form of skin cancer known as melanoma.
Are body weight and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome connected?
Body weight and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) have a closer connection than previously thought, according to researchers.
More urban greening could prevent over 34,000 US deaths
Between 34,000-38,000 deaths could have been reduced with local increases in urban greening in US city areas – as greenery may substantially reduce mortality.
30% of Long COVID patients had no existing illnesses
According to a US review of Long COVID patients, 30.7% of these people had no existing comorbidities that could explain their susceptibility to the virus.
Bumblebee species conservation “not a one-size-fits-all approach”
A 10-year citizen science study finds that multiple habitats need to be preserved for efficient bumblebee species conservation in the UK.
Scientists create strategy for protecting moths from climate change
Through the prediction of species movement, researchers identify areas in need of habitat restoration to continue protecting moths.
Microbial electrosynthesis: Achieving a sustainable economy
Aarthi JanakiRaman, Research Director, argues that microbial electrosynthesis is a way to achieve a sustainable economy.
Is childbirth more dangerous for Black women in the UK?
A new report on maternal care reveals statistics documenting the increased danger Black women face during pregnancy and childbirth in the UK.
Some people had better genetic wellbeing during COVID-19
Genetic wellbeing differed between people when impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic – some people were able to handle stress better than others.
Gender Affirming Hormone Therapy reduces suicidal ideation
People who undergo Gender Affirming Hormone Therapy have high grades of satisfaction with the physical and psychological effects – and have fewer suicidal thoughts.