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How Researchers at the British Museum Detected and Tested Greek Coin Forgeries

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laura Perucchetti and colleagues at the British Museum have uncovered a group of skilfully crafted counterfeit ancient coins that may be one of the ea...

Estimating Human Age Using Wide View Digital Dental Images

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dental features have been used to estimate age in humans for centuries and may be used with great accuracy in both living and deceased individuals. Ho...

What Happens When Companies Take a Stand Against Unethical Practices?

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Corporate responsibility is increasingly crucial for businesses, but it comes with challenges. Using Hershey as an example, Professor Bertrand Guillot...

CEOs Face a Tough Challenge in Navigating the ‘Culture Wars’

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What is the impact of the ‘culture wars’ on American businesses? Professor Bertrand Guillotin at the Fox School of Business at Temple University e...

A Toast to Moderation: Insights on Alcohol and Heart Health

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cardiovascular disease remains a leading cause of death globally. Atherosclerosis, the hardening and narrowing of arteries, is the primary underlying ...

A Novel Method for Standardizing Single Molecule Studies

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Studying single molecules provides researchers with unique insights into biological mechanisms and processes and allows them to visualise microscopic ...

Why US Tax Policy Hasn’t Responded to Rising Inequality

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Whether policymaking can develop solutions for the inevitable problems that capitalism creates has long been a concern of political economists. One of...

Is a Problem Solvable or Not? Quantum Deciders Outperform Classical Ones

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, the success of businesses and technologies relies on their ability to make quick decisions to address complex problems. To make matters more co...

What Spinoza Can Help us Understand About Extreme Radicalism

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a novel exploration of human radicalism, defined by governments as violent attacks, Dr Jerome Premmereur, a cardiologist and a clinical research ex...

Grinding Towards Greener Chemistry: Synthesis Without Solvents

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the world of chemistry, solvate-assisted grinding is a new method that could revolutionize how we make important chemical compounds. Researchers He...

标题：薄荷——一种有望用于抵抗新冠肺炎感染的物质

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

克里斯托弗•巴克是一名来自美国马里兰州贝塞斯达国家癌症研究所的病毒学家，他一直都在努力向公众宣传：越...

Minze: Eine frische Perspektive im Kampf gegen COVID

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Christopher Buck, Virologe am US National Cancer Institute in Bethesda, Maryland, setzt sich dafür ein, eine wachsende Zahl wissenschaftlicher St...

Soil, Seeds, and Sustainability: The Power of Permaculture during Environmental Breakdown

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Pressing environmental challenges, such as soil degradation, biodiversity loss, and climate change, can negatively affect agriculture, while also bein...

Trade Policy in the EU: Market Focus or Geopolitical Tool?

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The role of EU trade policy is evolving in today's complex global landscape. Dr. Andrea Christou and Professor Chad Damro at the University of Edinbur...

How we can Improve our Science Communication to Create Climate Crisis Action

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are facing a climate crisis that threatens our entire world and life as we know it. Despite this, scientists have found it difficult to engage peop...

A Novel Immunotherapy Approach to Treat Solid Tumors

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Developing therapies to effectively treat cancerous tumors is challenging, due to the hostility of the tumor microenvironment and the potential to uni...

Breath by Breath: Decision-Making in the Final Stages of Motor Neurone Disease

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Motor neurone disease is a currently incurable and progressive neurological disorder that severely impacts muscle function. As the disease progresses,...

Expanding Our Knowledge of Viral Evolution

03 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When the pandemic forced scientists to consider remote working strategies, many groups turned to online bioinformatic research. A team led by Dr. Chri...

What role does tourism have in peacebuilding and reconciliation between Israelis and Palestinians?

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Reconciliation and peace are emerging themes in tourism, with various post-conflict countries offering tours focused on peacebuilding. In the last few...

Adjusting Ventilator Settings Could Improve Outcomes for Premature Infants

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Premature birth puts infants at a greater risk of developing various medical conditions, including a chronic lung disease known as bronchopulmonary dy...

Unveiling Factors Linked to the Murder of Children by Their Parents

28 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Filicide, the killing of a child by a parent or a parental figure, is a heinous and incomprehensible crime. Professor Thea Brown, with her colleagues ...

Optimising Pharmaceutical Production Using Digital Models

28 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The development of safe and effective medicines that meet strict regulatory requirements has traditionally involved extensive experimentation, which c...

Paving the Way for Antibody-based Diagnostics for Tuberculosis and Sarcoidosis

21 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tuberculosis – or TB – is a global health threat, with 10 million new cases annually. Diagnosing TB can be a challenge, as there is a lack of rapi...

ALF5755: A New Therapeutic Avenue for Alzheimer’s and Diabetic Neuropathy

21 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Many diseases become more likely to emerge as we age, with metabolic disorders such as diabetes, and neurodegenerative conditions, such as Alzheimer’...

Utilising Cocoa Pod Waste to Improve the Sustainability of Chocolate

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With a history as rich as its flavour, chocolate in its various forms has been loved by people for over 5000 years. Currently, however, chocolate is f...

Globalisation: A Race to the Bottom or an Opportunity to Improve Labour Standards?

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Brazil, Russia, India and China, often known as the BRICs, have seen explosive growth in the past two decades and have asserted themselves as drivers ...

How Can We Equip Teens With Skills and Values of Reasoned, Respectful Discourse?

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our world is facing new and frightening challenges, and political polarization has never been greater. Many see reasoned, respectful discourse as our ...

Key Changes in Daily Greetings in 18th Century Britain

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In 18th century Britain, the old tradition of deep bowing and curtseying as a form of greeting slowly evolved into a brief touch of the cap or head (f...

Mint: A Fresh Perspective in the Fight Against Covid

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Christopher Buck, a virologist at the US National Cancer Institute in Bethesda, Maryland, has been working to spread the word about a growing body...

What Makes Great Orators’ Speeches Effective and Persuasive?

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Since ancient Greek civilization, we have sought to identify what makes some people more effective and persuasive orators than others. Studies have su...

A Game That Stymies AI

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

AI appears all-powerful when playing sophisticated games such as Chess and Go against human opponents. Moreover, recent developments in AI have allowe...

Deciphering the Molecular Origins of Brain Disorders

01 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

During brain development, anomalies may arise which lead to serious conditions such as epilepsy, triggering seizures and requiring lifelong monitoring...

Overcoming Barriers to Protect Seagrass Meadows: A Critical Marine Ecosystem

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Shallow coastal waters are home to a unique and important plant – the seagrasses. Seagrasses, defined as underwater flowering plants, form vast mead...

The Icarus Paradox in Anesthesiology: Building on Success and Avoiding Stagnation

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As a medical specialty, anesthesiology has made remarkable progress to deliver patient safety at an incredibly high level, while administering drugs t...

How Identity Politics Shapes European Union Integration

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The war in Ukraine has tested the resilience and unity of the European Union in unprecedented ways. As with some past European crises, EU member state...

Understanding the Causes and Brain Mechanisms Behind Dyslexia

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Individuals with dyslexia encounter difficulties in learning to read, despite possessing a normal level of intelligence and having access to qualified...

The Potential Effects of a Dietary Supplement on a Range of Health Issues

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. P. R. Raghavan, CEO and Chairman of Nanorx Inc., developed Metadichol, a nutritional supplement that has shown potential in treating a range of he...

An Infinite Game Mindset for Enhanced Cooperation in Anesthesia

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anesthesia in the US is currently delivered through a team-based approach, with physician anesthesiologists supervising certified registered nurse ane...

Defining AI to Ensure Effective Research and Policymaking

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Artificial intelligence – or AI – is receiving increasing attention for its rapid development and potential to change society. Researchers are wor...

How HR Management Can Help Businesses Weather a Changing World

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Businesses today exist in a changing world, which brings both opportunities for growth and increasingly complex challenges. To survive and thrive, o...

Exploring How India Can Ensure Sustainable Growth and Resilience with Broad Participation into the Future

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

India has seen impressive economic and institutional growth in recent years, but the country isn’t yet meeting its full potential. In a world that i...

Investigating a Tax Loophole that Costs EU Countries Billions of Euros

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cum-ex trading in European markets has been widespread, in which investors wrongfully receive refunds on dividend withholding tax they have never paid...

Assessing the Value of Intuition for Solving Complex Engineering Problems

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Experienced engineers are typically equipped with advanced technical knowledge and a unique professional skillset. These skillskets are often paried w...

Exploring Changes in How the EU Screens Foreign Investments

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Foreign direct investment occurs when a resident in one economy invests in and establishes significant influence over an enterprise in another economy...

Can Faith Institutions Encourage People to Maintain Healthy Blood Pressure?

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common and potentially dangerous condition that increases the risk of many severe medical issues...

Why We Should Question Reforestation in the Scottish Highlands

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Scottish Highlands are known as an area of great natural beauty. One notable aspect of the area’s ecology is the relative lack of trees and wood...

Exploring the Professional Lives of Remote Workers During the COVID-19 Pandemic

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people across the globe changed the way they worked, to comply with social distancing measures. Many people worked ...

Heritage Science: Seeing Beyond What Is Thinkable to Address 21st Century Challenges

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals outline the massive challenges humanity must face to survive on Planet Earth in the 21st Cent...

Exploring How to Improve Healthcare for Patients with Fibromyalgia

07 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fibromyalgia is a relatively common and yet poorly understood condition characterised by chronic diffuse pain and stiffness, chronic fatigue, poor sle...

How Multinational Corporations Contribute to Regional Integration Across Africa

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

South Africa’s post-apartheid foreign policy has largely emphasised state-led continental political and economic integration. However, little attent...

Addressing antimalarial drug resistance in Africa to ensure patients can continue to be saved

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We are pleased to be joined by Dorothy Achu, Regional Malaria Adviser, WHO African Region; Aimable Mbituyumuremyi, Director, National Malaria Control ...

Could R399E Become a Promising Treatment for Restoring Joints and Relieving Pain in Osteoarthritis?

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Osteoarthritis is a painful and progressive joint disorder that affects hundreds of millions of people worldwide. Typically, the options for treating ...

Understanding Diabetes: Revealing the Links Between High Blood Pressure and Insulin Resistance

02 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Cases of type 2 diabetes are on the rise around the world, so gaining a deeper understanding of this chronic condition is vital to ensure early diagno...

Prevent Children from Developing Dyslexia

01 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Studies suggest that children who rely more on vision from their left eye could be more likely to develop dyslexia if they learn to write using pathwa...

Decoding Dizziness in the Emergency Room

18 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Acute vestibular syndrome is one of the most common reasons people present at hospital with dizziness. The symptoms can arise from damage within the b...

Multiverse of Madness: A Social-Ecological Tipping Point Analysis

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Humans have driven dramatic environmental changes – most of which have a negative impact on us and other species. Today, we can only understand ecol...

A New Index to Assess Frailty and Promote Healthy Ageing | Professor Anne Summach - Titus Chan - Tammy O’Rourke

04 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In their recent research, Anne Summach, Titus Chan and Tammy O’Rourke at the University of Alberta explore the factors that determine healthy ageing...

International Companies in the Russian Market During the Ukrainian Invasion

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In a recent paper, Professor Bertrand Guillotin and Julianne Sellin of Temple University discuss the difficult decision demanded of international comp...

Using Hungry Microbes to Devour Plastic Pollution | Dr Jay Mellies

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Plastic pollution is accelerating the destruction of our planet. Discarded plastic can be found in the remotest areas – from the highest mountain to...

Exploring How Soil Fungi Respond to Drought | Dr Ari Jumpponen

07 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Both the frequency and intensity of droughts are forecast to increase in climate change predictions. It is well established that plant communities are...

Could the Soul Be a Biophysical Reality? | Dr Benjamin Scherlag

06 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The idea that human beings have souls that leave their body after death is an essential part of most religions and spiritual beliefs. However, this ha...

An Innovative Approach to Strengthening Steel and Concrete Structures

02 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As they age, steel and concrete structures often need to be retrofitted. One such way of strengthening is with Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer – or ...

Professor Nancy Rader | Teaching Infants New Words With ‘Show Gestures’

02 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Before an infant can learn the link between a word and an object by following a pointing gesture, Professor Nancy Rader’s team has found that infant...

Thomas Kleinig | Preventing Satellite Collisions with Ionospheric Drag

27 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Satellites are vital to modern civilization, powering the GPS in our phones, enabling long-range communication, and giving us insights into Earth’s ...

Professor Radu Mares | Exploring the UN’s Role in Regulating Transnational Corporations

26 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In a recent paper, Professor Radu Mares of Lund University in Sweden examines the UN’s recent efforts to create an international treaty for addressi...

Dr George Rupp | Modelling Mesons: Uncovering Subatomic Particle Interactions

21 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

To understand how the smallest known particles in our universe form structures, scientists need to use sophisticated mathematical models and technique...

Understanding How the EU Interacts with Global Governance Institutions

07 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The importance of the EU in global governance has been well researched. However, systematic analysis of the way it interacts with other international ...

Why Do Many Migrants Retrace their Steps? Clues from 19th Century Australia

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Migrants travel hopefully, dreaming of better lives. Some are successful, some less so. Many in both groups ultimately decide to return to their home ...

Reproductive Consequences for Tick-Infested Lizards

31 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Each year, male Western fence lizards bob, charge, and battle rivals for a chance to win mates. For many of them, tick infestations threaten to hinder...

Revealing the Olm Salamander’s Secrets to Advance Biomedical Research

17 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The genetic secrets to extraordinary longevity, superhero-like healing and regeneration, and resistance to feeding disorders could be found hidden wit...

Can Dogs Improve the Mental Well-being of Paediatric Healthcare Professionals? | Clare Jensen

10 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Paediatric healthcare workers often experience poor mental health and burnout. While specially trained facility dogs have been found to positively imp...

Exploring Geographical Differences in Branding Across China | Professor Junhong Chu

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Past studies unveiled geographic associations in branding, with consumers in different locations preferentially purchasing goods from specific countri...

Identifying and Preventing Arthropod Encounters in South-eastern USA Homes | Dr Daniel Suiter - Dr Brian Forschler

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Arthropods – a group of invertebrates that includes insects, spiders, centipedes and woodlice – are everywhere, and have inhabited this planet for...

Dr Cynthia K. Thompson – Innovation in Promoting the Recovery of Language after Stroke

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Stroke can impair a person’s ability to communicate, resulting in a disorder known as aphasia. To facilitate recovery, scientists must understand ho...

Improving Outcomes Following Lower Limb Amputation | Dr Jozina de Graaf

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

After the amputation of a lower limb, amputees can learn to walk with an artificial replacement for that limb known as a prosthesis. However, this can...

The Role of Love and Community in American Schools - Austina Lee | Gareth Dylan Smith

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Capitalism and neoliberalism inform the way in which children in the USA are schooled. Mainstream education prioritises standardisation and conformity...

Exploring the Neglected Psychological Consequences of Child Labour | Professor Alberto Posso

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Child labour is a major social problem that contributes to poor physical health and lower educational achievement. A collaborative research team from ...

A Summer Opportunity Programme for Aspiring Scientists – with a Digital Twist

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The development of a talent pool in Science Technology Education and Medicine that is as diverse as our population, has been a difficult goal for deca...

Exploring Different Courtship Styles from an Anthropological Perspective | Professor Victor de Munck

15 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Like other animals, humans have unique ways of approaching a potential mate and securing their affections. The goal of these ‘wooing’ processes is...

Dr Daisuke Minakata – Sunshine and Organic Molecules in Water

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Organic molecules dissolved in rivers, lakes, seas and oceans are essential to plant and animal life. Some of these molecules are also degraded and en...

Understanding Women’s Sexual Pain from a Psychodynamic Standpoint

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sexual pain, often referred to as vaginismus and dyspareunia, can be a debilitating condition that prevents many women from having penetrative sexual ...

Real Life Stories: What Causes Sexual Pain Amongst Women? | Dr Thula Koops - Professor Peer Briken

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Limited research has explored the causes of sexual pain and difficulties with intercourse that are experienced by women across the world. Dr Thula Koo...

Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual Homelessness in Australia: Risk and Resilience Factors | Dr Ruth McNair

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There is a strong link between identifying as lesbian, gay or bisexual (LGB) and homelessness. Dr Ruth McNair from the University of Melbourne analyse...

Understanding the Key Role of Mould Spores in Allergic Asthma | Professor Araceli Díaz Perales

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Professor Araceli Díaz Perales and her colleagues at the Centre for Plant Biotechnology and Genomics in Spain have made the discovery that mould spor...

Single-Payer Health Care: Financial Implications for a Physician

22 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When considering proposed reforms of the US health care system, some physicians dismiss a single-payer system that would provide health care for all r...

Dr Veronica Marconi | Exploring Views About Which Migrants Deserve Anti-Trafficking Assistance in Tuscany, Italy

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Human trafficking is defined as the recruitment and coercion of individuals into labour or other activities that entail their exploitation. While vict...

Exploring the Tortuous History of Two Political Prisoners in Azerbaijan

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Human rights defenders Leyla and Arif Yunus played a crucial role in Azerbaijan’s politics and modern history. After being sentenced to 8.5 years in...

Quantum Persuasion: Can Targeted Distractions Change Our Viewpoints? | Professor Ariane Lambert-Mogiliansky

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How our mind frames information, processes it and makes decisions is an active field of research in psychology, neurosciences and behavioural sciences...

Dr Kristiina A. Vogt | Dr Samantha De Abreu | Dr Maria Blancas – Indigenous Holistic Storytelling to Teach Environmental Science

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Western approaches to environmental science typically focus on existing and future issues, such as climate change, and technological solutions to thes...

Machine Learning Meets Marine Conservation | Dr Talicia Pillay

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our planet’s oceans are undergoing significant challenges. Overfishing, pollution, habitat destruction, and the effects of climate change are devast...

Imaging the Small: Improving Nuclear Magnetic Resonance with SABRE-DREAM

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In a recent paper, Dr Philip Norcott at the Australian National University proposes a new strategy to improve nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy ...

Understanding Trust, Mistrust, and Distrust in the Nuclear Sector | Dr Markku Lehtonen

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is more trust always better? It is widely known that trust and confidence are fundamental in high-risk industries, such as nuclear energy and radioact...

A New Learner-Centred Design for Online Engineering Courses | Dr Barrett Caldwell

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The COVID-19 pandemic forced many universities to deliver their courses online, exposing the limitations of remote learning strategies. Dr Barrett Cal...

Assessing and Improving Workplace Safety in Metal Mining | Dr David Gilkey

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mining is a particularly hazardous industry, with miners often experiencing health problems, injuries and psychological issues. Dr David Gilkey, an As...

Dr Attila Salamon - Dr John Kent | Double-Yolked Eggs: Egg-cellent or Egg-cident?

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Eggs are marvellous – they contain all the sustenance needed to make a young bird within their protective shell, and when destined for the plate, th...

Professor Manoj Sharma | The Multi-theory Model (MTM) of Health Behavior Change: Understanding Meditation, or ‘Dhyana’

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The multi-theory model – or ‘MTM’ – of health behavior change provides a theoretical framework for understanding and promoting health behavior...

Professor John P Miller | The Importance of Compassion and Compromise in Healthy Societies

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In a recent paper, Professor John P Miller discusses the importance of mutual accommodation and compassion in preserving democracies and ensuring we c...

Dr Julia Gresky | A Missed Opportunity: Reports of Ancient Rare Diseases in the Paleopathological Literature

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr Julia Gresky of the German Archaeological Institute and her colleagues examined the frequency and content of accounts of ancient rare diseases in t...

Dr Kahiu Ngugi | Developing Drought and Weed Resistant Super-Sorghum

11 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Future food security is one of the key global challenges facing society. Climate change presents significant threats to our ability to produce staple ...

Dr Carlos Rodriguez-Franco | Dr Deborah Page-Dumroese - Healing Abandoned Mine Ecosystems with Biochar

11 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Gold Rush of the 1800s is inextricably tied to USA history. Mining towns popped up wherever precious metals could be extracted, with many of these...