Extra vitamin D during pregnancy may increase chance of a ‘natural birth’
Women who take extra vitamin D during their pregnancy are more likely to have a ‘natural’ delivery, according to University of Southampton research.
Chemistry PhD candidate Rob Ives announced as finalist in STEM for Britain Awards
Rob Ives, a current Durham University PhD student, has been selected as a finalist in the prestigious STEM for Britain competition where he will present his scientific research in the field of Chemistry in the Houses of Parliament.
Limited evidence that cannabis ‘hangover’ blunts performance
The first systematic review examining the phenomenon of a 'next day' hangover caused by cannabis has found scant evidence impairment exists hours after consumption.
Progress on the University’s Climate Plan recognised in expert review
An expert review of progress on delivering the University’s sector-leading £174 million Climate Plan to meet net zero greenhouse gas emissions targets and build sustainability has been welcomed.
Graduate medicine program addresses rural doctor shortage
With the National Cabinet meeting last week to address problems in Australia’s primary health care networks, including the shortage of general practitioners outside of metropolitan centres.
Researchers call for prescription charge to be cut
Removing the $5 prescription charge for people in areas of high socioeconomic deprivation reduces the number of hospital admissions and the length of stays, a new study shows.
Research finds public broadly favour taking action to stop spread of harmful misinformation online
The majority of people support robust action being taken to control the spread of harmful misinformation via social media, a major new study reveals.
Mysterious skeleton revealed to be that of unusual Lady Anchoress of York Barbican
The rare and unusual life of an anchoress, a woman who devoted her life to prayer while living in seclusion, has been unearthed by the University of Sheffield and Oxford Archaeology...
Menindee Lakes water savings project: study shows poor government consultation and decision-making
A controversial project in the Murray-Darling Basin was ‘misguided and poorly framed’, UNSW scientists say.
Scientists discover toughest known material at ultra-cold temperatures
Researchers at the University of Bristol have discovered an alloy that shows increased strength at over -250°C, making it the toughest material on record.
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