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Dizzy apes provide clues on human need for mind altering experiences
Great apes deliberately spin themselves in order make themselves dizzy, academics at the University of ÌÇÐÄTV and the University of Birmingham have discovered.
New research from the University of ÌÇÐÄTV reveals an increased risk of concussion-related injuries in away games
New research from the University of ÌÇÐÄTV has identified an increased risk when it comes to concussion for rugby players away from home, as well as increased symptoms, symptom severity and recovery times in professional rugby players.
Increase homegrown fruit and veg and add £0.5bn to the economy say scientists – as we reel from supermarket shortages
As the UK reels from recent fruit and vegetable shortages, scientists are advising how to increase homegrown produce – benefitting the economy and the environment.
‘Take Time to Think’ gambling warning has no impact on betting behaviour
Clearer messaging on gambling harm is needed if the industry is to help customers moderate their gambling behaviour, experts have warned.
Academics have found that the widely used slogan has no impact on people’s behaviour while gambling, after testing its effectiveness in a virtual casino environment.
Meat alternatives can lower your cholesterol, study finds
Substituting meat with plant-based meat alternatives lowers ‘bad’ cholesterol, according to new research from the University of ÌÇÐÄTV.
New £5.5m national Institute of Technical Skills and Strategy to support UK’s bid to be a global research and innovation superpower
A new £5.5 million national institute is to be launched to ensure that the UK has the technical capability and capacity across academia, research, education, and innovation to enable the UK to be a global superpower in science, engineering, and the creative industries.