Adherence to lockdown guidelines falls as confidence in Government drops – study
Strict adherence to Government coronavirus lockdown guidelines and overall confidence in government are at all-time lows, new data suggests.
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Children half as likely to contract Covid-19, review of global studies concludes
Children and young people could be half as likely to catch coronavirus than adults, a scientific review of studies from around the world has suggested.
‘Handwashing six to 10 times a day linked to lower coronavirus infection risk’
Handwashing six to 10 times a day is linked to a lower risk of seasonal coronavirus, supporting public health guidance around measures for the Covid-19 outbreak, research suggests.
Risk of eating disorders higher in children with autism, study suggests
Children with autistic traits are more likely to develop an eating disorder than those who do not have these traits, scientists have said.
BAME groups ‘two to three times more likely to die from coronavirus’
People from black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) communities are two to three times more likely to die from coronavirus, new research suggests.
Stress levels around Covid-19 rising amid lockdown easing speculation – survey
Growing speculation over the easing of lockdown restrictions has led to an increase in stress levels among those worried about becoming seriously ill from Covid-19, according to research.
Selectively lifting lockdown ‘could lead to resentment’
Selectively lifting lockdown measures could lead to resentment and anger among the population which has otherwise shown collective solidarity, an expert has said.
Ancient underwater landslides help predict tsunami risk
Huge underwater landslides dating back millions of years have enabled UK scientists to identify a potential new tsunami risk in Indonesia.
Coronavirus: Which vaccines and treatments are being trialled?
Researchers across the world are working around the clock to develop vaccines and treatments for coronavirus.
Coronavirus: Treatment hope with everyday antibiotics
With the coronavirus pandemic maintaining its grip on the world, the hunt for specific treatments continues.
Heavy drinking into older age ‘adds 4cm to waistline’
Heavy drinking into older age adds up to 4cm (1.6in) to the waistline, new research suggests.
New quantum technology could help diagnose and treat heart condition
Quantum technology could help diagnose and treat a heart condition that affects around one million people in the UK, a new study suggests.
Scotland must be ‘razor-sharp’ to influence EU, study concludes
Scotland will need to use substantial resources and have “razor-sharp priorities” to have any significant influence on the EU, academics have said.
New technology could lead to personalised cancer treatments, experts say
New technology is enabling cancer scientists to look at individual cells, potentially leading to personalised treatments, research suggests.
Researchers make discovery about Down’s syndrome
Multiple genes contribute to problems in memory and decision-making associated with Down’s syndrome, research suggests.
Small predators ‘most at risk’ when habitats are converted for human use
Small predators like spiders and ladybirds are the most likely to be lost when natural habitats are converted for human use, research suggests.
Secrets of 2,600-year-old Heslington brain preservation unlocked
Scientists have unlocked some of the secrets behind the preservation of a 2,600-year-old human brain that was discovered in York.
Smoking cigarettes and vaping linked to ‘increased stroke risk’
Vapers who have also smoked tobacco may be at greater risk of stroke compared to people who only smoke cigarettes, new research suggests.
Patients closer to receiving regenerated tissue, scientists say
Doctors are one step closer to using regenerated tissue to treat patients due to breakthroughs in stem cell research, according to a new study.
Ketamine ‘could help reduce alcohol intake’
One dose of ketamine could help heavy drinkers cut their alcohol intake, a study has suggested.
Rare gene mutation linked with protection from Alzheimer’s disease
Scientists have linked a rare gene mutation with protecting a woman from developing symptoms associated with Alzheimer’s disease.
Brain can recognise familiar tune in the blink of an eye – study
Some people can recognise a tune in the blink of an eye, new research suggests.
Scientists uncover ‘first’ water on potentially habitable super-Earth
Scientists in the UK have made a “world first” discovery on a distant planet that hosts both water and temperatures which could support life.
Early life on Earth ‘limited by a single enzyme’
A single enzyme found in early single-cell life forms could explain why oxygen levels in the atmosphere remained low for half of the Earth’s existence.
Early blood pressure change associated with poorer brain health – study
High blood pressure and large increases in blood pressure in mid-life may be associated with poor brain health later in life, scientists say.
Early blood pressure change associated with poorer brain health – study
High blood pressure and large increases in blood pressure in midlife may be associated with poor brain health later in life, scientists say.
Good heart health in middle age linked to lower dementia risk – study
Middle-aged adults with healthy hearts have a lower risk of developing dementia later in life, a study suggests.
Aberdeen Egyptologist to be honoured at Provost Skene’s House
The life of an Aberdeen woman who helped reveal the hidden mysteries of ancient Egypt will be celebrated at a new city attraction.
Researchers aim to unravel mystery of how human embryos develop
The mystery of how human embryos develop in the early stages after fertilisation will be potentially unravelled by a new research project.
Laugh tracks make dad jokes funnier, study suggests
Adding canned laughter to the end of a punchline increases how funny people find a joke, a study suggests.