[trigger warning: mentions of self-harm] The advent of social media has been all-consuming throughout the world. What started off as … More
Tag: Science and Technology
What You Need to Know About the Coronavirus
Over the past few weeks, world news has unanimously revolved around the coronavirus. What started as a viral outbreak in … More
Businesses and Carbon Neutrality: Are they doing all they can?
In September 2019, IKEA pledged to become ‘carbon neutral’ by 2030; in that they will produce more renewable energy than they consume. … More
Jocelyn Bell Burnell: An Underrated Star of Physics
Imagine you are part of a research group and, together with your colleagues, you make a discovery that is deemed … More
Space Tourism: A Great Step for the Many or a Privilege for the Few?
It is with regret that this magazine must inform you that Elon Musk is at it again. One of the … More
The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Stargazing
When one thinks of stargazing, usually the first thing they think of is somebody with a telescope in the middle … More
Forever young – Do you really want to live forever?
We all know that technology in the medical field has prolonged our lives and made ageing a less frightening experience. … More
From Penguin Saving to Historical Research: Five Projects for the Citizen Scientist
Over the past few years, thousands of non-expert volunteers have contributed to research in a variety of fields. They’ve done … More
All Hail Our New Robot Overlords?
Technology is developing fast and artificial intelligence is no longer only a topic for science fiction. While strong artificial intelligence … More
Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Drug Research Discontinued
Pfizer, the world’s third largest drug maker, has decided to stop its research on Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. Not only … More