Scientists say women faced food insecurity during India’s lockdown
The study, published in Economia Politica, finds that the Indian COVID lockdown led to women facing greater food insecurity - due to fluctuations in food prices and pre-existing social issues.
Argentinian study says 60% of people have difficulty thinking after COVID
A new study in Argentina is investigating the cognitive impacts on virus survivors - scientists found that 60% of participants have difficulty thinking after COVID.
One third of US parents still believe boys are better at sports
Even at the Olympics in 2021, women and girls are oversexualised when competing and face significant obstacles - now, researchers say that even one third of parents believe that boys are better at sports.
New black hole observation proves Einstein’s theory of relativity
A Stanford University astrophysicist, Dan Wilkins, observed the first detection of light from behind a black hole - proving that Einstein's general theory of relativity works.
Study with one million vaccinated people finds AstraZeneca is safe
The study, pre-printed in The Lancet, found that blood clots were far more common in people with COVID-19 than people vaccinated with AstraZeneca.
Scientists reveal most-detailed image of Andromeda galaxy
This study, led by University of British Columbia physicist Sofia Fatigoni, is the first to capture such a clear image of the Andromeda galaxy.
Researchers begin work on magnetic male contraceptive
Researchers have created biodegradable, magnetic nanomaterials that reduce the likelihood of lab mice having children for 30 days.
Study finds heart donations from overdose deaths safe to use
According to the American Heart Association, a heart donor using illegal drugs or dying from an overdose does not make the resultant transplant unsafe.
NASA telescope finds new evidence of water on Ganymede
Hubble recently found evidence of water vapour on Ganymede, Jupiter's moon - using a mix of new and old observations.
Scientists say gaming can create “maladaptive” coping mechanism
A new study found that people who experience intense boredom and turn to smartphone gaming may be creating "maladaptive" coping mechanisms, which worsen their real-world problems.
ESO telescope captures powerful images of nearby galaxies
The European Southern Observatory's Very Large Telescope (ESO's VLT) has captured new images of nearby galaxies, allowing scientists to locate the exact locations of young stars.
New pandemic of antibiotic resistance makes pneumonia deadly
In Bangladesh, children are fighting a difficult battle to survive antibiotic resistance - now, mid-pandemic, pneumonia is becoming untreatable via normal drugs.
Study reveals taking regular walks changes brain structure
New research suggests that regular walks can change brain structure - a team of scientists noticed changes in the prefrontal cortex, which improved participant concentration and memory.
Study finds one in four LGBTQ youth identify as nonbinary
According to data from The Trevor Project, one in four LGBTQ youth in the US identify as non-binary - with the majority reporting that they use they/them pronouns.
Natural pest control: Moving forward with biopesticides
Dr Joel R. Coats, Distinguished Professor of Entomology & Toxicology, explains biopesticides in the field of natural pest control.
Sinovac vaccine performs at 83.5% in Phase Three trial
New data from Phase Three of the Sinovac vaccine trial shows that the drug is now performing at 83.5%.
Rare meteorite could uncover secrets to life on Earth
Scientists are set to discover the origins of oceans and life on Earth from a rare meteorite that dates back 4.5 billion years ago. vv
Scientists find rare genetic mutation which can cause epilepsy
A team at The University of Queensland, studying brain cells, discovered how a rare genetic mutation can cause epilepsy.
Study finds natural immune response not effective against COVID variants
An Australian team found that antibodies created by infection with the virus are not effective against COVID variants - suggesting that vaccination gives stronger protection.
Biobanks to support medical research focus
With the current focus on public health worldwide, Arthur Goudena, Marketing Manager of PHC Europe, explains how one of Europe’s leading biobanks plays a growing role in supporting medical research.
