Scientists develop glove that taps into the semi-conscious mind to harness creativity of our dreams

Dreams are stories and images that are created during a period of sleep. They can tell a convoluted story of anything which resembles deep-rooted fears to ambitious dreams.  They are somewhat of an enigma to scientists as how they occur and what causes them is still an emerging field.  Though a few people may not … Read more

What scientists have learned about the deadly bug during pandemic 

Three months ago, most of us had never heard of the Covid-19 coronavirus, far less imagined how it would change our lives. Now, there are more than a million people infected worldwide and it is claiming the lives of hundreds of Britons a day. And we still have no idea when the outbreak will end … Read more

Scientists claim to have CURED Crohn’s disease with antibiotics and faecal transplants

Scientists claim to have CURED Crohn’s disease after a treatment of antibiotics and faecal transplants sparks long-lasting ‘profound remissions’ Crohn’s is a debilitating gut disease that affects around 115,000 people in the UK It is thought to occur when the immune system attacks the gastrointestinal tract Its symptoms can include abdominal pain, diarrhoea, fever and weight loss Crohn’s may … Read more

Coronavirus: Scientists predict UK worst-hit, with 66,000 deaths

What is the coronavirus?  A coronavirus is a type of virus which can cause illness in animals and people. Viruses break into cells inside their host and use them to reproduce itself and disrupt the body’s normal functions. Coronaviruses are named after the Latin word ‘corona’, which means crown, because they are encased by a … Read more

Pair of scientists estimate California has 10 times more coronavirus cases than reported

A pair of scientists believe that up to 270,000 residents of California have the novel coronavirus, 10 times more cases than have been reported. The researchers estimate that up to 4.8 percent of the total US population was infected with the virus by April 6 – 40 times the number of confirmed cases. They also … Read more

Taking aspirin once a week can cut the risk of getting several types of cancer, scientists claim

Taking aspirin just once a week can cut the risk of getting several types of cancer, scientists claim Regular use of drug reduces risk of getting stomach and oesophagus cancers  It also cuts the chances of bowel cancer by 27 per cent, according to 45 studies Drug is known to lower heart attack and stroke … Read more

Chinese scientists warn babies may be at risk of catching coronavirus during pregnancy 

Babies may be at risk of catching the coronavirus from their mother during pregnancy, scientists have warned. Chinese doctors studied four newborns who tested positive for the infection within a few days of a Caesarean delivery, after experiencing mild tell-tale symptoms.  Three had been isolated as soon as they were born because their mothers had … Read more

Scientists closer to unlocking mystery behind how neutrinos helped spread matter after Big Bang

New study brings scientists one step closer to unlocking mystery behind how matter prevailed over antimatter during the Big Bang An experiment is casting light on how matter formed in the early universe A new study shows that neutrinos oscillate into electron neutrinos at a higher rate than their antimatter counterparts This challenges principals of physics like … Read more

It’s not too late to save the Earth’s oceans by 2050, scientists say

The world’s oceans and Earth’s marine life can be saved by 2050, scientists claim, but substantial rebuilding efforts will be required. An international team of researchers say humanity is at a point at which it must choose whether to leave future generations a resilient, vibrant ocean or an ‘irreversibly disrupted’ one. The team’s study lays … Read more

Scientists uncover the purpose of the spring smell chemical geosmin

The smell of spring really IS in the air: Scientists reveal why the chemical behind the distinctive earthy scent of the season is produced for the first time A bacteria named streptomyces produces the chemical compound geosmin  This chemical has the distinctive odour we associate with springtime and storms Humans have a strong ability to … Read more