Science & Tech Archive
17th November 2021
Fluoride in the tap water: Government mind control measure or pragmatic public health policy?
Fluoride in water shouldn’t scare you, and here’s why
17th November 2021
What does spiking do to your body?
Find out the most common drugs used, and their effects
16th November 2021
Spiking testing kits: Which ones are available and (how) do they work?
As cases of spiking rise, sales of testing kits have soared. Find out the main styles of tests, and whether or not their worth it
6th November 2021
UoM and the UK lead the way for COVID-19 pill production
UK becomes first country to approve new COVID-19 treatment pill, and the University of Manchester will be a key driver in its production
21st October 2021
Justice at last for Henrietta Lacks?
A new lawsuit from the family of Henrietta Lacks represents a new chapter in her tale of race, money and consent.
19th October 2021
COVID-19 booster vaccines: What, who and why?
Evidence suggests additional doses increase vaccine-induced protection against COVID-19 in vulnerable individuals.
18th October 2021
A new era of alarms
New developments in cardiovascular healthcare at Manchester could save millions of lives
12th October 2021
New COVID Antiviral pill inspires hope
A new antiviral pill has been found to reduce rates of hospitalisation in COVID-19 patients.
12th October 2021
Manchester Festival of Climate Action
From Mitigation, to Adaption, Finance to Collaboration – what’s on at the Manchester Festival of Climate Action?
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11th October 2021
Women in Space: revolutionising the past to pave way for the future
Exploring some of the most important Women in Space from the past.
4th October 2021
Everyday they’re shuffling: Who’s our new science minister?
The new appointment, and why you should care about it.
4th October 2021
Let’s talk about sex, baby
Whether you’re having sex or not, here are some back-by-science aspects you might want to know.
4th October 2021
Sorry COVID, it’s the common cold’s time to shine
Why does everyone seem ill at the moment?
28th September 2021
Manchester’s top five science spots
Looking for science-themed places to explore? Emma Hattersley gives her recommendations for a scientific tour of Manchester.
13th May 2021
Yuck, That’s Disgusting! Here’s why.
We all experience disgust- how often might depend on your housemates. But why do we feel it?
13th May 2021
Earth Day 2021: World leaders on climate change
As the climate crisis heats up, Blake Crompton considers why this year’s Earth Day was so imporant.
13th May 2021
Not so sci-fi: Can dinosaur life find a way?
What Jurassic park got right and wrong about bringing back dinosaurs
13th May 2021
Hangxiety: What is it and what can you do about it?
If you’ve been enjoying pub gardens a little too much recently, you may have experienced hanxiety. But how can you stop it?