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Founder of STEM, LGBTQ & You Discusses Inclusivity in Science

In this interview, Avery Cunningham discusses the creation of STEM, LGBTQ & You, his experiences as a queer person in STEMM and the barriers that face LGBTQ+ individuals in the field.
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Fish Oil Supplements and Your Health: The Good and the Bad

Is it really the case that seafood lovers are healthier than those of us less well-oiled? Let’s take a look at the research.
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How To Enter a New Chapter in Academic Publishing

In this interview, Alex Freeman, the founder of Octopus, discusses the progress made since the platform's launch and the ongoing challenges of establishing a new paradigm in academic publishing.
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Exploring the New Insights Revealed by Epigenetics

This article explores some of the recent research where epigenetic approaches have advanced our understanding of disease.
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Could Authors Be Saying “Goodbye” to the Accept/Reject Decision?

Trying to publish scientific research can be slow, demoralizing and put up barriers to progress. But what if there was another way, one that let authors take more control while making readers more informed about how their peers evaluate the study?

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Microglial Cells: Microglia Function, Origin and Related Conditions

In this article, we consider what microglial cells are, how they are generated, their function in the body and medical conditions related to them.
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The Latest Research News on Meditation, Well-Being and the Brain

Dive into the latest research on meditation, the brain and well-being.
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LEAF Promotes Greener Laboratory Practices

In this article, we explore the importance of LEAF and how the choice of equipment – together with better habits – can significantly contribute to a greener and more sustainable future for laboratories.
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How Scientists Are Fighting For Truth in a Burning World

In this article, Dr. Natalie Cooper, an ecologist and senior researcher at the Natural History Museum in London, shares her insights on persevering as a scientist amidst global crises.
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Navigating Eco-Anxiety in Children

This article delves deep into the hearts and minds of our youngest generation, confronting the acute and long-term impact of climate anxiety on children and
shedding light on how we can support young people through these tumultuous times.
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