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Midwives: Bringing Life into the World
As we look at a lot of things post-mortem, it's important to remember and recognise those who brought us all into the world, to begin...
May 5, 20222 min read


Asthma: Breathlessness for over 12% of the UK Population
This World Asthma Day, we take a look at the causes and reasons why people are affected by this disease. Around 8 million of us Brits...
May 3, 20225 min read


A BLOODY GOOD TIME
Some interesting Facts About Blood! Did you know that the first successful blood transfusion was performed between dogs in 1665? It was...
Mar 1, 20222 min read


What is gas chromatography?
Gas-liquid chromatography (often just called gas chromatography) is a powerful tool in analysis. It has all sorts of variations in the...
Jan 11, 20227 min read


What is PCR?
PCR is shorthand for a simple but very useful procedure in molecular biology called the polymerase chain reaction. It is a technique used...
Jan 11, 20222 min read


What is pH?
The white vinegar in your kitchen cupboard has a pH of about 2.4. The pH of oven cleaner is around 13. What do these numbers mean? They...
Jan 11, 20222 min read


What is DNA?
DNA stands for deoxyribonucleic acid, which is a molecule that contains the instructions an organism needs to develop, live and...
Jan 11, 20224 min read


What happens in a Post Mortem
What happens during a post mortem? Pathologists perform post-mortem examinations to standards set by the Royal College of Pathologists....
Jan 11, 20223 min read


5 Foods That Can Boost Brain Power And Focus
This spongy mass of fat and protein is responsible for helping you think rationally, interpret sensation, coordinate body movement,...
Nov 17, 20214 min read


How to Embrace Mindfulness in 3 simple steps
Life can feel a little overwhelming. Most of us are guilty of spending a lot of time thinking about the past or future and focusing a...
Nov 5, 20212 min read


Gadgets to get you through your medical degree
Maybe you’ve just started your first year at university or maybe you’re thinking about practical gifts for Christmas this year? We’re...
Nov 1, 20212 min read


MENTAL HEALTH: Anxiety
WHAT IS ANXIETY? It’s normal to feel anxious sometimes. It’s how we respond to feeling threatened, under pressure or stressed: for...
Oct 8, 20214 min read


How is a post mortem procedure actually performed?
Samuel Piri our educational lead spills all... The science of human anatomy is fascinating. Cadaveric dissection is increasingly scarce...
Sep 21, 20212 min read


Get Prepared And Survive Freshers Week!
So your first week of University is not far away and you’ve heard all about Freshers… You’re probably feeling excited but nervous and...
Aug 31, 20213 min read


10 Tips To Get Prepared For University
There’s a lot to think about when you’re about to start university so we’ve created a simple list of things you need to consider before...
Aug 23, 20214 min read


Don't judge a scientist by their degree grade
Several great scientists did not gain a first. Many of the UK’s most eminent scientists did not achieve a first-class degree, some...
Aug 9, 20212 min read


22 pioneering women in the history of science
History is full of women who made enormous contributions to science. Including many, you will have heard of, Marie Curie, Rosalind...
Aug 3, 202121 min read


TWO TYPES OF POST-MORTEMS
1) Hospital post-mortem A hospital post-mortem is usually asked for by the patient's doctor. Either to provide information about the...
Jul 27, 20213 min read


Food scientists aim to make plant-based protein tastier and healthier
As meat-eating continues to increase around the world, food scientists are focusing on ways to create healthier, better-tasting, and more...
Jul 26, 20212 min read


The Best Books for Medical School 2021
Pocket Medicine Step-Up to Medicine (Step-Up Series) Blueprints Medicine (Blueprints Series) Case Files Internal Medicine, (LANGE Case...
Jul 13, 20211 min read
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