Background in Sustainable Food Systems, currently finishing a MSc in Human Nutrition and Food-Related Behavior. Particularly interested in food literacy, nutritional value chains, and how they can be both linked to a sustainable food system. Avid reader of broad-range science and fiction/non-fiction presenting new perspectives. Creative cook, board game player, and proud Servas traveler.
Machines are here to flatten creativity, replace workers, and smuggle bias into every corner of life – this is the mood that swept in with the rise of generative AI. But is AI biased by nature, or could it even help us fight prejudice?
Most of us entered our PhDs full of aspirations and an academic career in mind. But along the way, our plans seem to have changed.
Science is one of the most misunderstood human endeavors. In this article, Maha explores the myths surrounding research to reveal what it truly looks like: messy, uncertain, collaborative, and quietly powerful. Through her personal experience and real-world examples, she shows us why the greatest strength isn’t having all the answers—but never stopping the search for better questions.
The best beginnings don’t lecture; they captivate. If you’re unsure how to do that, you’re not alone. Here, we adapt creative writing tools to science communication, showing you how to mix clarity with intrigue and build openings that make readers want to follow you anywhere.
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a critical global health threat, but 2024 saw vital progress in fighting superbugs. This article explores the most recent breakthroughs in this field, including new antibiotics, advances in alternative solutions such as vaccines and phage therapy, and research aimed at preserving our ability to treat infections.
Thinking of pursuing a PhD? Want to know what it’s really like? In this piece, Vinaya busts the obvious myths about a PhD and summarises the experiences of PhD students.
Insects are revolutionizing the future of animal feed, offering a sustainable, nutrient-packed alternative that slashes resource use and eases environmental strain. Unlike traditional feed sources, insects like black soldier flies, mealworms, and crickets require minimal land, emit fewer greenhouse gases, and reduce the need for antibiotics – all while providing high quality nutrition for livestock. Thanks to cutting-edge farming techniques and bioengineering, production is scaling up fast. Of course, hurdles remain, from regulatory roadblocks to cost challenges and ethical debates. But with governments, researchers, and industry leaders joining forces, insects could play a crucial role in feeding our growing world – efficiently and sustainably.
One pill a day keeps the old age at bay? NAD-boosting treatments are at the forefront of the anti-ageing industry. Many swear by this powerful compound, albeit having little knowledge of its potential pitfalls. So dive in and discover for yourself what NAD really is and how concerned we should be about its growing popularity.
From the mischaracterisation of women as low-risk patients to the potential risks posed by hormonal factors, Dr. Ardissino’s research is a clarion call for a more bespoke and informed approach to cardiovascular health.
Lost in translation is a comic about two researchers, Jargon and Jumble, getting into linguistic miscommunications due to the different meanings attached to certain words in their work life as scientists and as normal citizens.