All Parks Great And Small There are estimated to be more than 27,000 parks and green spaces across the UK. These areas of natural beauty are diverse and range from larger national parks with many facilities and amenities to smaller neighbourhood and local parks. The...
Exams are, finally, over; revision notes are packed away, shredded, passed on to your sibling, or thrown on the BBQ; the endless balmy days of a British summer lie ahead of you. You can lounge in the sun, meet up with friends, and you don’t have to worry about setting...
Lark Or Late For some of us, the feeling of being alert and motivated comes naturally first thing in the morning, while for others, our best work is done in the evening, or even late at night. But why is it that some people are up with the lark, raring to get started...
It’s widely known that eating regular, nutritious meals while studying or revising for exams is crucial for keeping your energy levels up, but did you know that certain healthy foods can actually boost your brain and improve your concentration? Indeed, while the...
International Women’s Day is celebrated across the globe on 8 March to recognise the achievements of women. In this article I look at the work of six women, past and present, who have contributed to scientific and technological advancements in their respective...
In October 2021 Bristol University unveiled a new statue of Henrietta Lacks, commissioned to mark the 70th anniversary of her death. Created by sculptor Helen Wilson-Roe, this is the first public statue of a black woman made by a black woman to be displayed in the UK....
