The largest ever gathering a plant experts is taking place at the International Society for Molecular Plant-Microbe Interactions World Congress at Glasgow’s SECC
The Scottish MS Register: “a powerful resource”
it builds on the strength of the NHS in Scotland and allows researchers to study geographical risk factors in detail.
Choose Your Partner Wisely
Damselflies are more likely to be able to withstand the cold Scottish climate if they are part of the ‘right social group’, according to scientists from the University of Aberdeen.
Can friendships cross generations? Loneliness Research
The study will also look at any differences between younger and older people in terms of the way that they respond to their friends as opposed to strangers.
The Science of Good Chocolate
Scientists at the University of Edinburgh have been studying a 140 years old mixing technique which holds the key to making good chocolate.
Apply Now for Healthy Heart Funding
National charity Heart Research UK is urging groups to submit applications for the Heart Research UK and Subway® Healthy Heart Grant before 20 May.
Air Pollution & the Unborn Child
Exposure to air pollution is linked to babies’ growth during pregnancy, according to a new study by scientists at the University of Aberdeen.
New Research Improving Outcomes for the Many Patients who Suffer from Sight-Threatening Diseases
There are 285 million people who are visually impaired, of which 39 million are blind according to figures from the World Health Organisation.
Research into Secondary Breast Cancer: #domoreforstage4
More than 11,000 women die from secondary breast cancer each year in the UK.
Detecting Heart Failure at an Early Stage
The study, led by Dr Pierpaolo Pellicori, will investigate the incidence of heart failure and develop new methods to detect abnormal heart function at an early stage when treatment may prevent progression of the disease.