Category: Blog Posts
22
Jun
High hopes: The future of medical cannabis
by Seeking Science
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Following lots of news coverage over medical cannabis, we decided to explore the science behind it all, and what the future may hold
08
Jun
“Life finds a way”: What Jurassic World teaches us about modern wildlife
by Seeking Science
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With the release of the latest Jurassic World movie, we explore whether the film offers a cautionary tale for the real world...
25
May
Counting the hours: a scientific guide to fasting
by Seeking Science
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To mark the start of Ramadan, Madeeha gives us an overview of the physiological changes that occur during fasting
18
May
Stress: It’s not all in your head
by Seeking Science
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To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, Arzo gives us an overview of stress, what it can lead to, and how to combat it.
04
May
Speciation: the road to evolution
by Seeking Science
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Why are there so many species in the world? How did they all get here? Let's take a trip down Evolution Lane and find out!
27
Apr
“Erase/Rewind” – How can we edit our genes with CRISPR?
by Seeking Science
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It’s been hailed as a “genetic revolution” with the power to treat a plethora of conditions, but what exactly is CRISPR? How does it work?...
20
Apr
Toxoplasmosis: a cat-astrophe to avoid
by Seeking Science
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Mind-controlling parasites? Sounds like something out of science fiction right? Well you may just find them where you least expect...in your cat's litter tray
13
Apr
Kidneys – No beans, just urine (#NoFilter)
by Seeking Science
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Take a trip through the tubules as we learn about the functions of the kidneys and how they keep us going!
05
Apr
What are pheromones and can they make you more attractive?
by Seeking Science
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Arzo Iqbal gives us a rundown of the world of scent communication, could they be a deciding factor in your attractiveness?
30
Mar
Cracking the shell: why are eggs so important?
by Seeking Science
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In this special Easter-themed article, Roisin and Madeeha egg-splore the importance of eggs in the natural world.