Watch video on
BREAKING
Science
Science
8m
Hotel and visitor centre planned on Unst as spaceport takes shape
The team behind SaxaVord spaceport hopes to develop a centre for those keen to learn about space.
By Neil Pooran
Science
8m
Shetland’s SaxaVord spaceport ‘weeks away’ from recognition
Owner Frank Strang says the first launch will be ‘two fingers’ to his spaceport’s opponents.
By Neil Pooran
Science
Sensors on shop trolleys that detect irregular heartbeat ‘could save lives’
Research by UK scientists identified people who were unaware that they had the condition who went on to see a cardiologist.
Science
Extreme weather may push ecosystems into collapse ‘much sooner’ than thought
Droughts, wildfires and other extreme events triggered catastrophic tipping points in 15% of modelled scenarios, scientists found.
By Danny Halpin
Science
‘Poo transplant’ clinical trial hope for liver disease patients
Researchers will investigate whether consuming ‘crapsules’ can improve the gut health of patients with liver damage.
Science
57,000-year-old Neanderthal wall art uncovered in France
The finger markings are organised and intentional and thought to be the oldest known engravings by Neanderthals.
Science
One in five women ‘conceive naturally after having baby via fertility treatment’
Findings suggest getting pregnant naturally after IVF is not as unusual as thought, researchers said.
Science
Self-propelling robot endoscope ‘could make bowel cancer screening comfortable’
Scientists have created a new type endoscope that is soft, flexible, and capable of extending and curling inside the body on its own.
Science
Former Covid testing tsar Sir John Bell ‘delighted’ to be made Companion of Honour
Sir John enters the elite order alongside Dame Anna Wintour and Sir Ian McEwan.
Science
Blood test for 50 different types of cancer could be offered on NHS
The Galleri test is also able to pinpoint where in the body the disease is coming from with 85% accuracy
Science
Human ancestor Lucy ‘had knee joints that allowed her to walk fully upright’
She also had powerful leg and pelvic muscles suited to tree dwelling, researchers said.
Science
Street lights making it harder for glow-worms to mate – experts
The glare of white artificial lights is preventing male beetles from finding females, scientists say.
Science
Men and women with migraine both have increased risk of stroke – study
Previous research suggested the increased risk of ischemic stroke – when a blood clot blocks a blood vessel to the brain – mostly affects young women.
By Nina Massey
World
Betelgeuse Supernova 2023: Could the star blow up?
Betelgeuse might be the next star in the Milky Way galaxy to go supernova
Science
Earliest reptiles and birds may have given birth to live young, study suggests
Until now, the hard-shelled egg was thought to be the key to the success of the amniotes.
By Nina Massey
Science
Where fat builds up in men and women can be linked to cancer risk – study
The obesity-related risks also vary across cancer types, like bowel, oesophageal, and liver cancer.
By Nina Massey
Science
What is El Niño? Weather system could push us past climate threshold
The weather system known as El Niño could make 2024 the hottest year on record
Science
Triassic herbivores starved to death as diet took toll on teeth, study suggests
Rhynchosaurs were an important part of the ecosystems on land during the period, experts said.
By Nina Massey
Science
‘Taking metformin after positive test reduces risk of long Covid’ – trial
The trial is the first to suggest medication after testing positive for coronavirus may be able to reduce the risk of long Covid, researchers say.
By Nina Massey
Science
Taurine may slow ageing process, research suggests
Taking taurine supplements has been shown to reverse key ageing markers in mice.
Science
Whiskers on an elephant’s trunk may help it feel and balance objects – study
Scientists say their research is the first detailed study of elephant whisker anatomy.
By Nina Massey
Science
Curly hair may have evolved to keep early humans cool, study suggests
Researchers believe findings may shed light how this evolutionary adaptation may have allowed human brains to grow in size
Science
Devastating heart condition spontaneously reversed in ‘unprecedented case’
Researchers said that, for the first time, they have seen evidence that amyloidosis affecting the heart can get better.
Science
Trouble with falling and staying asleep ‘linked to increased risk of stroke’
The researchers said the link was stronger in participants under 50 years of age who had five to eight insomnia symptoms.
Science
AI has potential to create ‘dystopia or utopia’, minister says
Paul Scully, minster for tech and digital economy, said the benefits of AI should not be overlooked.
By Storm Newton
Science
Taking oestrogen pills for menopause ‘may increase risk of high blood pressure’
A study found that oral oestrogen was associated with a 14% higher risk of high blood pressure compared with oestrogen creams.
By Nina Massey
Science
Fungi could be ‘untapped potential’ of carbon storage, study suggests
The equivalent of more than two-thirds of annual fossil fuel emissions worldwide could be passing through an ‘overlooked’ form of life.
By Danny Halpin
Science
Brisk walking or gardening could counteract genetic risk of diabetes – study
The findings suggest physical exercise should be promoted as a major strategy for prevention of type 2 diabetes.
By Nina Massey
Science
Scientists identify key process in cell death that stops cancer from spreading
The researchers said their work could help open doors to new cancer treatments.
Science
When is the next full moon? June moon name and meaning
Most years see 12 full moons but there will be 13 full moons in 2023.
By Seren Morris
Science
Alcohol dependency in adolescence linked with depression risk – study
Researchers also found that drinking large amounts of alcohol regularly did not predict the risk of depression.
By Nina Massey
Science
Academics prepare for mission to Mars in bid to prove water theory
The team from the University of Aberdeen have developed a device to monitor whether water forms on the planet’s surface.
By Paul Cargill
Science
Blood thinners do not reduce miscarriage risk, new study suggests
Researchers are advising doctors to stop offering the blood thinner Low Molecular Weight Heparin (heparin) to patients with inherited thrombophilia.
By Nina Massey
Science
Brown fat breakthrough could lead to new obesity treatments, study suggests
Research is the first to reveal the molecular structure of a protein that allows good fat to burn off calories as heat.
By Nina Massey
Science
Almost all safe and just Earth boundaries now breached, say scientists
Seven of the eight systems researchers identified as being integral to life have been pushed beyond their limit with tens of millions now suffering.
By Danny Halpin
Science
Aviation sector urged to take action over cabin fumes
An international task force has created a ‘protocol’ for responding to suspected incidents.
Science
Diet low in flavanols may drive age-related memory loss, scientists claim
The researcher said findings ‘raises the possibility of using flavanol-rich diets to improve cognitive function in older adults’.
Science
UK researchers working to uncover mysteries of the deep sea
The researchers suspect a couple of the samples retrieved from the voyage to may be examples of species not previously known to science
By Nina Massey