• The sporadically spiralling nature of climate change

    Hannah Atkinson With the world under the constant threat of natural disasters, which seem to be increasingly frequent due to the irreversible artificial damage caused by humankind, climate change is no longer a question but rather something very real that needs more attention and research investment. Hannah Atkinson highlights...
  • How science culture fuels misconduct

    Giselle Dailey Scientific research, built on the principles of rationality, evidence, and objectivity, faces an ongoing challenge in maintaining its integrity amidst growing incidents of misconduct. From fabricated data to unethical practices, such as those seen in the infamous case of Hwang Woo-Suk, the pressure to publish and succeed...
  • Gut health or gut wealth? Unpacking the stress around gut-focused diet trends

    India Harridge The gut microbiome is taking the dieting world by storm. Containing trillions of tiny organisms called microbes which are made up of bacteria, viruses and fungi, the microbiome is crucial to digestive, and overall health. So how does the microbiome work? As your body breaks down the...
  • Enchanting Escapes: A writer’s holiday in the magical worlds of Harry Potter and Narnia.

    Lily Upton For book lovers, there’s something quite magical about stepping into the real-life places that inspired their favourite stories. Whether it’s a magic wardrobe that could lead to Narnia or a grand hall that seems like it’s straight out of Hogwarts, these destinations bring the magic of literature...
  • Is modern-day architecture diminishing innovation in today’s landscapes?

    Ellena Olik When you think of a place, one of the key features you remember most is the architecture. Take Camden in London, for example. The area is admired for incorporating old historic buildings and vibrant urban markets together. Architecture aims to show the style, personality, and purpose of...
  • No place like home: how to settle in at university

    Josephine Mandin There’s no question that Nottingham has quite the reputation. However, whilst at first it may seem like an invigorating hub for parties, university life here can also be relaxed and feel more homely than may seem imaginable. Josephine Mandin enlightens us on their tips for feeling warm and...
  • Should ‘JustStopOil’ just stop?

    Harriet Hobbs “Irritating.” “Disgraceful”. “Pathetic”. Just a few of the colourful adjectives used to describe the controversial climate-change activist organisation. Despite only having been founded in February 2022, ‘JustStopOil’ has captured the nation’s fullest attention; but for better or worse? Harriet Hobbs delves into the controversy of the group...