The Human Microbiome

The Human Microbiome

Exploring The Complex Ecosystem Within Us For many years, we viewed the human body as a singular entity, an integrated whole. But scientific research in recent decades has unveiled a hidden world within us, a vibrant ecosystem teeming with life, intricately connected...
Evolutionary Theories

Evolutionary Theories

Unravelling The Origins Of Life On Earth The question of how life first emerged on Earth is one of the most fascinating and enduring mysteries in science. While we may never have a complete answer, the quest to unravel the evolutionary origins of life, often referred...
Winter Fitness And Swimming The Serpentine

Winter Fitness And Swimming The Serpentine

In the winter months, I love to have a physical challenge to prepare for – usually, this is a 10k run, or a half marathon. It’s tough, yes, crawling out of bed in the dark depths of a January morning, and hitting the pavements, roads and lanes close to where I live....
COP28: Milestone Or Not?

COP28: Milestone Or Not?

What is COP? In 1992, the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) was founded as an international treaty to address the issue of climate change. The Conference of the Parties, or COP, is the decision-making body of the UNFCCC and brings together...
Veganism

Veganism

Since 1994, the 1st of November has been marked as World Vegan Day, a day to both celebrate and promote veganism. Origins And Growth The term ‘veganism’ was coined in 1944 by British woodworker Donald Watson. But the concept of abstaining from eating any...
The Science Of Dreams

The Science Of Dreams

Dreams: Unravelling The Mysteries Of The Sleeping Mind Dreams, those ethereal landscapes that unfold within our slumber, have fascinated and perplexed humans since time immemorial. These vivid experiences, often elusive and fleeting, offer a tantalising glimpse into...