I am currently a MSc Science Communication and Public Engagement student at the University of Edinburgh and have a background in Food and Nutrition. I love learning about anything science-related and am trying to get more into digital drawings and graphics. In my free time I dance, draw with watercolours and want to be around nature.
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.
Wherever you are, without turning around or changing your field of vision, count how many plastic objects you see. In my small 50 m2 apartment, I count 46. This little exercise gives you a glimpse of how plastics have contributed to advancing modern technology and society, thanks to their affordability, durability, and versatility.
Sex and gender, two terms that might seem straightforward but are actually very complicated in themselves. This article explores the complexity and intersection of sex and gender in individuals with differences of sex development.
Legal and pharmaceutical developments have hugely enhanced women’s reproductive freedom, but concerns persist about the health risks and limitations of typical oestrogen-based contraceptives. From blood clotting to persistent STD transmission, read on to discover what aspects of birth control still need improvement.
Have you ever tried Bubble Tea? Take a sip and discover how the tiny balls you are slurping are connected with smart drug delivery systems, breast implants, cancer, and live cells.
Medical research and practice have historically focused on male physiology, leading to significant gaps in understanding the female body and the potential sex-specific differences in disease presentation and response to treatments. It is important to address and rectify the resulting biases in disease diagnostics and management, and “sex-sensitive medicine” provides a pioneering framework to do so.