Author Archives: Evan

The Evolution Of Science In The Classroom

Posted on Friday, 11 December, 2009 by Evan

It has been decided to make teaching of the evolutionary theory compulsory in primary schools through the UK.  It is a move that has understandably been applauded by scientists, but which is bound to rile those opposed to evolution as … Continue reading →

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Foals for Goals: Horse placenta the new magic sponge?

Posted on Friday, 4 December, 2009 by Evan

As an avid football fan and someone who has sustained their fair share of injuries, I have often been jealous of professional footballers who have unlimited access to the best medical treatment money can buy.  Having just spent a number … Continue reading →

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Ipso Factoid: How much of our brains do we use to read The Daily Mail?

Posted on Friday, 6 November, 2009 by Evan

Do they fail to see the irony? This week The Daily Mail reported on a new book that dispels a number of health myths (the book is called “Don’t Swallow Your Gum: and Other Medical Myths Debunked”).  They open with: … Continue reading →

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Ipso Factoid: Is there anything Red Wine can’t do?

Posted on Monday, 26 October, 2009 by Evan

It had been a while since the newspapers told us to drink red wine in order to receive a health benefit.  There has been plenty of reporting in recent years suggesting that a glass of red wine a day can … Continue reading →

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Ipso Factoid: Milking it?

Posted on Friday, 9 October, 2009 by Evan

The Daily Mail has reported on the stress busting properties of milk.  It seems a protein in milk known as Lactium could be the answer.  The protein they are actually talking about is called casein (also mentioned in the article … Continue reading →

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