Blood of COVID patients holds new treatment for virus
Scientists have discovered 'nano-bubbles' in the blood of COVID patients - proteins that can act as decoys for the virus, protecting the organs.
Socioeconomic status linked to post-heart surgery risks
Data reveals that patients with heart disease who come from disadvantaged communities experience more complications after their surgery – including a higher risk of death.
Men at higher risk of “sextortion” since the COVID pandemic
Men, Black and Native American women, and LGBTQ Individuals at high risk of falling victim to online extortion
Drinking can increase risk of heart issues by 23%, even in moderation
Though the UK’s recommended alcohol limit is under 14 units weekly, researchers still suggest less, as the risk of cardiovascular diseases can still be increased by even moderate amounts.
Scientists create artificial muscles from natural materials
At the University of Freiburg, scientists have created artificial muscles from natural proteins - less Dr Frankenstein, more future potential for reconstructive medicine or soft robotics.
NHS opens fourth dose bookings for immunosuppressed people
The NHS has opened bookings for a fourth vaccine dose, to 400,000 severely immunosuppressed people across the country.
Afforestation in temperate rainforests could lessen climate change
As the UK is unlikely to meet its tree target through natural means alone, scientists look at measures of afforestation through natural expansion.
Drug gives 34% protection against lung cancer recurrence
The NHS have gained a new drug, atezolizumab, which can give 34% protection against lung cancer recurrence or death, post-chemotherapy.
£11.6 million available for gender and health inequality research
In Canada, a coalition of organisations are funding £11.6 million (CAD 20 million) into Women RISE - a call for gender and health equality research projects.
New model simplifies resource allocation to slow pandemic
A model developed by Boston University can project COVID housing needs, up to ten days in advance - which can slow the spread of the virus.
Astronomers find “peculiar object” just 4,000 lightyears away
Australian scientists discover a "peculiar object" emitting a giant burst of energy three times an hour, relatively close to Earth.
Wearable technology can detect and control drinking habits
Wearable sensors can help detect when heavy drinking consumption can lead to negative consequences, by measuring levels of intoxication through the skin .
The need for inclusivity within environmental justice
Yale university researchers have called for a more inclusive environmental justice movement for the LGBTQ+ community
Social distancing could protect trees from environmental disasters
Research suggests less crowded trees have higher chances of survival after fire, insect infestation and the ongoing march of climate change.
CCS “levelling the playing field” with new SME business plan
Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has published its first SME action plan, which will now be "levelling the playing field" for SMEs.
How is the care system unfair for ethnic minority children?
Ethnic minority children experience disadvantages with youth justice involvement – especially when it comes to Black children.
Paris Agreement: Are governments doing enough to tackle deforestation?
While schemes to tackle deforestation have been moderately successful, their impact has been "tiny" compared to the promises of the Paris Agreement.
Link between skin colour and pulse oximeter effectiveness
The device used to assess COVID severity via blood oxygen levels can be significantly less effective on certain skin colours.
Levelling Up: Communities do not need to catch up, they need a new model
Nigel Wilcock, Executive Director of the Institute of Economic Development, says that communities need a new model for Levelling Up.
Simulation model for schools to reopen safely during COVID-19
Researchers developed a simulation model for schools during the pandemic, identifying what schools need to do to minimise COVID cases.