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Category: Need to Know Science
The stuff you’ve always wondered about. Expect many ‘what exactly is…’ articles!
Caroline Herschel – One of the Most Prominent Women in Science
It is the 266th birthday of Caroline Herschel, pioneering female astronomer. Some facts: -She was the only woman to receive the gold medal from the Royal Astronomical Society from its inception until 1996 -She was a professional soprano -She was assistant to her brother, world famous astronomer William Herschel -She was the first woman to…
The Dangers of Concussion
Concussion is a term that most of us know, but many do not fully understand. It happens when somebody experiences a severe head injury, and is very common in sports such as rugby and boxing. The Rugby World Cup last year has helped to raise awareness of concussion in Europe; it was something all players wanted…
A Man-Friendly Guide to Periods
The period, the ‘time of the month’, the red scourge; whatever you choose to call it, menstruation affects us all. Yes, even men suffer through them. Of course you guys don’t actually suffer it first hand, but I think it’s safe to assume most of you have been the unfortunate recipient of a hormone-fuelled rant at one…
Gravitational Waves Have Been Discovered – Here’s Why It Matters
The most significant scientific discovery of the last century was announced yesterday – physicists have finally detected gravitational waves. You may have already heard the news, but what you may not have heard is why this news is so huge. So important. To answer that question, we first need to understand what gravitational waves…
The Importance of the Blood Brain Barrier
Blood is composed of many different materials, including both small and large molecules, fats and bacteria. Activities such as eating and exercise can significantly alter the composition of our blood, which in turn can have an effect on how the body functions. Some of the materials found in the blood following these activities can actually be…
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