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Manipulation of the brain by microscopic parasite may provide insight to schizophrenia
Many of us commonly associate the risk of developing neurological diseases such as depression and schizophrenia with genetic and lifestyle factors, for example drug abuse.
New chemical tool allows scientists to inflate cells by more than 1000-fold
Fluorescence microscopy has been a vital tool in scientific research for looking at the locations of proteins.
Cities could play key role in pollinator conservation
Given the pressures that pollinators face on agricultural land, cities could play an important role in conserving pollinators, according to a new study.
Exploring how climate change affects Antarctic ecosystems
Three decades of exploring Antarctica has convinced Stuart Egginton that there is nothing better than first-hand evidence to prove the effect global warming is having on our planet.
Professor Les Firbank appointed to chair EFSA working group
We are delighted to announce that Professor Les Firbank, Chair in Sustainable Agriculture (School of Biology), has been appointed to chair a European Food Standards Authority (EFSA) working group.