Micro plastic, Macro effect
The microplastic threat has recently gained a higher profile due to media coverage and environmental campaigns. However, the effects on humans are largely unknown, and possibly significant.
Category Archives: Science & Environment
Why on Earth is SpaceX trying Broadband?
An overview of SpaceX’s recent PAZ launch, along with an explanation as to why the space company is becoming an ISP.
What happens to your mind during the final moments of consciousness?
A new study has revealed what happens in our last seconds of life.
A history of code
A brief introduction to encryption and decryption.
Australian Flu: Cause for concern or media hoax?
As “Aussie Flu” sweeps through the country, how concerned should we be? Or is the issue just being sensationalised?
Britain’s future in space
A brief look into the present and future of Britain in the space industry.
The science behind mental health
Some people are more prone to mental health problems than others. Why?
3D bio-printing: A medical revolution?
3D-printing live tissue is a rapidly developing technology. It has the potential to save thousands of lives, but do we need to look into the possible consequences in balance with the obvious benefits?
Kiruna: Relocating a city
With the EU’s largest iron ore mine set on expanding further, residential areas in the municipality of Gällivare in Sweden have been forced to uproot and move outwards, despite an uncertain future for the mining industry.
An extreme mission
A new NASA probe is going to explore the centre of the Solar system in August 2018.
