A London ophthalmologist who spent years reassuring patients about sudden eye conditions faced his own diagnosis of uveitis and cataracts, fearing career loss before successful surgery restored his vision.
British biotech firm QuberTech is genetically modifying dandelions to produce latex for condoms, aiming to create sustainable UK rubber production by 2029.
Research shows genetics may account for up to 55% of lifespan variance, challenging previous estimates and highlighting the role of hereditary factors in longevity.
A major trial reveals AI-assisted mammography reduces aggressive and advanced breast cancers by 12%, improving early detection and easing radiologist workloads.
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New research suggests genetics accounts for 50% of lifespan variation, challenging previous estimates and highlighting the role of biological ageing.
Dr Saboor Mir, an NHS ophthalmologist and GP who served for over 40 years after emigrating from Pakistan, has died aged 94. He witnessed the partition horrors of 1947.
A participant in the UK trial of Elon Musk's Neuralink brain chip shares his experience, calling it 'magical' and a source of new hope for severe paralysis.
Google DeepMind launches AlphaGenome AI, analysing 1 million DNA letters to pinpoint genetic mutations driving diseases like cancer and heart conditions.
Scientists launch the DinoTracker app, using AI trained on 2,000 unlabelled footprint silhouettes to match human expert classification about 90% of the time.
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Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill's women's hormone health platform Jennis has been acquired by AI bio-analytics firm Orreco, backed by Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban.
An AI virtual receptionist named EMMA is now answering calls for one million GP patients in the UK, transforming appointment booking and reducing wait times.
Stanford scientists use AI to design virus Evo-Φ2147 that attacks E.coli, marking a breakthrough in synthetic biology that could revolutionise medicine and evolution.
Research shows Google's AI Overviews cites YouTube videos more frequently than authoritative medical websites when answering health queries, raising concerns about reliability.
Discover how superagers like 89-year-old Lajuana Weathers maintain youth-like cognition and physicality through holistic wellness, research-backed habits, and social engagement.
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Identical twins Helen Besgrove and Kirsty Neal discuss their rare neurological condition synaesthesia, where senses blend to create vivid visual perceptions of everyday elements like words and tastes.
The National Institutes of Health announces immediate ban on funding research using human fetal tissue from elective abortions, marking a significant policy shift under Trump's administration.
A landmark study paves the way for NHS clinics to screen children for type 1 diabetes using finger-prick tests, aiming to prevent emergency diagnoses and delay insulin needs.
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Groundbreaking research reveals training your brain's reward system through optimism can increase antibody production after vaccination. A new frontier for mental health and immunity.
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A groundbreaking trial for a simple finger-prick blood test could transform Alzheimer's diagnosis, replacing invasive scans. Over 883 participants are enrolled globally. Read the latest.
Recent research on microplastics in the human body is under review due to methodological concerns. Discover why scientific rigour is crucial for public trust and policy.
A new DNA blood test can predict which breast cancer treatments will work best for patients, allowing doctors to personalise care from the start and improve survival chances.
Victims of unethical NHS research at Treloar’s College, infected with HIV and hepatitis, brand £15,000 compensation offer ‘ridiculous’. Charity raises ‘profound concerns’.
A 'gold standard' review finds no evidence that taking paracetamol in pregnancy increases autism or ADHD risk. Experts urge pregnant women to trust NHS guidance and use it safely for pain relief.
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Retired GP Judy Stokes shares her life with spatial-sequence synaesthesia, where she visualises time as a 3D calendar and sees words in colour. Discover the fascinating world of neurodiversity.
A groundbreaking Ugandan study finds soaking traditional baby wraps in a common insecticide reduces infant malaria cases by 66%. This simple, low-cost method could save thousands of young lives.
Two astronauts have made an emergency return to Earth from the International Space Station following a medical issue. Watch the footage of their dramatic splashdown.
Neuroscientists reveal how our brains construct dreams and nightmares, offering new hope for treating sleep disorders and PTSD. Discover the science of sleep.
For the first time in 25 years, an ISS mission is aborted as four astronauts return to Earth following a serious medical incident. Get the latest details on the emergency evacuation.
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