“This retrospective registry study indicates an association between use of hormonal contraception in the first year post-partum with either being prescribed an anti-depressant or being labelled with a ...

A study published in Nature looks at a genetically modified pig-to-human liver xenotransplantation. Prof Peter Friend, Professor of Transplantation, University of Oxford, said: ...

Dr Douglas Kelley, Land surface modeller, UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH), said: “The wildfires in South Korea are part of a growing trend of extreme fires worldwide. In just the past year, ...

Scientists comment on news that the Trump administration are intending to stop funding for Gavi (Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunisation). Professor Sir Andrew Pollard, Director of the Oxford ...

Scientists comment on the first case of Avian Flu (H5N1) confirmed in a sheep in Yorkshire. Dr Colin Butter, Associate Professor in Bioveterinary Science, University of Lincoln, said: ...

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Scientists comment on science related elements of the Spring Statement delivered by the Chancellor. “The Chancellor’s Spring Statement recognises the important role of R&D not just for growth and ...