Antimicrobial resistance: the world’s stealthiest killer

Helena Tagg provides an update on the crisis of antimicrobial resistance in World Antimicrobial Awareness Week.

You are what you eat: the science of superfoods

Helena Tagg debates the notion of superfoods, exploring the scientific basis (or lack of!) this commonly used marketing slogan.

Black or grey colouration can mean life or death; choose a mate wisely

How Omega-3 fatty acids protect the brain

What makes humans unique from our ancestors?

Martian Mushroom Mansions – the future of space exploration?

The science of aging: can we live forever?

The science behind emotional support animals

All about ink

Huge unspoiled coral reef found off the coast of Tahiti