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The great democratic deficit of women in politics
Gender parity in the public sector remains an essential endeavour: with diversity and inclusion at the forefront of modern politics, we still beg the question, where are all the women?
Can psychedelic drugs provide insights to the attribution of consciousness?
Psychedelic drugs have recently been used to treat mental health disorders – now scientists find they can also provide better understanding into the attribution of consciousness.
Ultrasound bursts provide non-invasive treatment for kidney stones
As the first alternative for non-invasive treatment of kidney stones, ultrasound bursts can actually break up kidney stones – making it easier for them to pass on their own.
One in five LGBT+ physicists experience exclusionary behaviour
LGBT+ physicists face exclusionary behaviours that can lead to a change of field - with 15% of early career scientists identifying as LGBT+, what could this mean for the future?
Learning with technology in public and higher education
Dean Emeritus Katy Campbell, University of Alberta, discusses the future of girls and women in STEM education.
Five climate activists you need to know about
We acknowledge five female climate activists, who are challenging gender norms and creating substantial change in global politics.
Ultrasounds to detect prostate cancer are highly successful
An ultrasound can diagnose most prostate cancer cases in men with great accuracy – only missing 3.4% of severe cases.
ECMO shortages caused 90% of deaths of adults with COVID
Higher mortality has been found in patients with COVID-19 who did not receive ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation) – despite many having no health complications.
How have robots increased suicide and overdose in humans?
An increase in “deaths of despair” – suicide and overdose – across the US has been linked to robot manufacturing which is gradually replacing people in their jobs.
Google’s image search gender bias shows underrepresentation of women
Google image searches of certain professions, such as “CEO”, have been found to solely represent men – Google claimed to have fixed this – but the results can change searchers’ worldviews.
Diagnostic differences between boys and girls with autism
Using AI, researchers find that brain organisation can differ between boys and girls with autism - because of gender disparities in generally male-focused research.
Training the next generation of omics researchers
Dr Jeanine Houwing-Duistermaat (statistics) and Dr Gastone Castellani (biophysics) from the University of Bologna, Italy, organised innovative interdisciplinary training in multi-omics research within the IMforFUTURE project, which focused on communication between wet and dry lab.
85% of teachers in the Global South provided extra care for girls in education
Many teachers took on ‘humanitarian roles’ during COVID-19 school closures, aiming to improve girls’ education - as well as providing healthcare and safeguarding.
NHS reports 980,000 alcohol-related hospital admissions since 2019
An NHS report of alcohol hospitalisations, alcohol affordability, and prescriptions for drugs to treat alcohol dependence, finds that alcohol misuse is increasing across the UK.
Five inventions that could change the world
The Innovate UK grant will sponsor the development of inventions - from 3D-printed knee replacements to a device that recycles shower water for washing machines.
Which groups are impacted by decreased cervical cancer screenings?
A survey points out the low number of cervical cancer screenings across the US, whilst examining which demographics are being hit the hardest.
Research shows Helsinki is least stressful city in the world
According to data on light pollution, LGBT safety and living costs, Helsinki is the least stressful city in the world - with 0% of the population living in poverty.
Latinx with dementia and caregiving: A balancing act
Dr Lynn Woods, Professor in the Department of Doctoral Programs, School of Nursing, Azusa Pacific University, discusses the challenges of dementia and caregiving within the Latino community.
Metformin: A possible new treatment for endometriosis
Dr Deborah Lee, Dr Fox Online Pharmacy, discusses a possible new treatment for endometriosis - the condition that impacts atleast 1.5 million women in the UK.
Technology and social inclusion: Challenges for policymakers
Professor Katy Campbell, University of Alberta, investigates social inclusion through a gendered lens, specifically regarding technology.
