Biology

Branding has been used to establish ownership over livestock for centuries, despite its numerous harmful side-effects. Animal activists insist that more humane methods can only be implemented with government support. By Joseph Olaniyan.

What do the bacteria in our gut have to do with Alzheimer’s Disease in the brain? A recent paper has revealed a potential link between gut bacteria and the deterioration of brain cells in mice. By Mollie Huggins.

Cancer is the second leading cause of death globally - nanoparticles could help combat this epidemic through targeted drug action. By Rakshith H and Nidhi V.

How studying patterns in the genetic code is beginning to uncover the origins of biological information and of life itself. By Tom Dubois.