Author Archives: Science Media Centre
expert reaction to Code of Practice for the use of Stem Cell-Based Embryo Models (SCBEMs) in research
Scientists comment on the new Code of Practice for the use of Stem Cell-Based Embryo Models. Prof Robin Lovell-Badge … read more
Stem Cell-Based Embryo Models – a code of practice for research
Stem cell-based embryo models (SCBEMs) are three-dimensional biological structures that mimic aspects of early human embryo development. They can be … read more
expert reaction to study looking at T cell activation and viral RNA persistence in long Covid
A study published in Science Translational Medicine looks at T cell activation and viral RNA persistence in long Covid. Prof … read more
expert reaction to study suggesting an association between semaglutide and a form of sight-threatening neuropathy
A study published in JAMA Ophthalmology looks at semaglutide and neuropathy. Prof Graham McGeown, Honorary Professor of Physiology, Queen’s University … read more
expert reaction to study on Covid vaccines and asthma in children
A study published in JAMA Network Open looks at COVID vaccination and asthma prevalence in children. Prof Seif Shaheen, Professor … read more
expert reaction to study suggesting an association between semaglutide and a form of sight-threatening neuropathy
A study published in JAMA Ophthalmology looks at optic neuropathy as a possible side effect of semaglutide. Prof Graham McGeown, … read more
expert reaction to whether we are seeing a summer COVID wave
Scientist comment on surges in UK COVID cases. Prof Mark Woolhouse, Professor of Infectious Disease Epidemiology, University of Edinburgh, … read more
expert reaction to conference abstract describing an observational study of intake of ultra processed foods and risk of death
A conference abstract presented at Nutrition 2024 looks at the link between ultra-processed food intake and risk of death. Prof … read more
expert reaction to unpublished conference presentation on whether limiting ultra-processed food improves diet quality
An unpublished conference presentation at Nutrition 2024 looks into ultra-processed food and diet quality. Dr Hilda Mulrooney, Reader in Nutrition … read more
expert reaction to unpublished conference abstract about giving fish oil to male mice and the impact on their female offspring
An unpublished conference abstract looks at how giving male mice fish oil impacts the health of their female offspring. … read more
expert reaction to investigation into STEC E.coli outbreak including news of one death likely linked to STEC E.coli infection
Scientists react to news that one person has died likely as a result of an E.coli infection. Prof Paul … read more
expert reaction to presentation on ultra-processed foods, global diets and policy implications, press released from and being presented at the International Congress on Obesity (ICO 2024)
A presentation at the International Congress on Obesity looks at ultra-processed foods pushing aside other food groups. Prof Gunter … read more
expert reaction to Gut microbiota signatures of vulnerability to food addiction in mice and humans
A study published in Gut looks at gut bacteria and compulsive eating and obesity. Dr Harriët Schellekens, Funded Investigator at APC … read more
Mpox outbreak on the DRC border – a new strain identified
A new strain of mpox (formerly known as monkey pox) has been identified in adults and children on the Democratic … read more
expert reaction to phase 2 RCT on extended-release ketamine tablets for treatment-resistant depression
A study published in Nature Medicine looks at an RCT on ketamine tablets for treatment-resistant depression. Dr Rupert McShane, Consultant Psychiatrist … read more
expert reaction to study looking at a 5:2 intermittent fasting meal replacement diet and glycemic control in people with diabetes
A study published in JAMA Network Open looks at the 5:2 intermittent fasting diet and glycemic control in diabetes. Prof Naveed … read more
expert reaction to study looking at prenatal maternal psychological distress during the pandemic and newborn brain development
A study published in JAMA Network Open looks at maternal psychological distress and newborn brain development during the pandemic. Prof … read more
expert reaction to study finding certain proteins in the blood may help predict Parkinson’s up to 7 years before motor symptoms
A study published in Nature Communications looks at identifying blood biomarkers to predict Parkinson’s disease. Professor Ray Chaudhuri, Professor of Movement … read more
expert reaction to recall of various sandwiches, wraps and salads because of possible E. coli contamination
A selection of sandwiches, wraps and salads have been recalled due to possible E. coli contamination. Prof Paul … read more
expert reaction to analysis of animal research and approval of therapies for human applications
An analysis published in PLOS Biology looks at animal research and human applications. Prof Robin Lovell-Badge FRS FMedSci, Group Leader, … read more