The molecular mechanisms behind a devastating disease

The molecular mechanisms behind a devastating disease

The molecular mechanisms behind a devastating disease Published: Huntington’s disease is a serious genetic disorder that causes problems with movement, thinking and mood, and eventually leads to death. It is known to be caused by an error in a single gene, but the...
What increases someone’s risk of developing addiction?

What increases someone’s risk of developing addiction?

What increases someone’s risk of developing addiction? Published: Why are some people more likely to develop alcohol or drug problems than others? Professor Ashley Acheson, a behavioural neuroscientist at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in the US, is...
Nuclear fusion: is endless energy imminent?

Nuclear fusion: is endless energy imminent?

Nuclear fusion: is endless energy imminent? Published: For a century, researchers have been wrangling with the science of nuclear fusion. If they crack it, we could have access to as much cheap, clean energy as we need – but reaching that point is proving to be a real...
The future of AI – and why social sciences matter

The future of AI – and why social sciences matter

The future of AI – and why social sciences matter Published: However we feel about it, artificial intelligence (AI) is here to stay. The technology is advancing rapidly and will have implications for many aspects of our lives – from healthcare to education to...