How the evolution of eggs has shaped life on Earth
If most of us hear the word ‘egg’ it’s likely our minds will immediately turn to the hens’ eggs that we enjoy fried, poached or scrambled for our breakfast. But on closer inspection it turns out that...
9 Maj 202433min
How our everyday rituals affect our happiness and wellbeing
Do you brush your teeth before you shower in the morning, or do you shower first? Perhaps you like to give yourself a pep talk in the bathroom mirror before you’re about to give an important presentat...
5 Maj 202430min
How making the right dietary choices can help to keep us healthy in every stage of our lives
From the time that we are first developing in the womb right through until we are in our old age, the food we eat has a huge impact on our health and wellbeing. But exactly what should we be feeding ...
2 Maj 202437min
The psychology and neuroscience of nostalgia
Whether they’re triggered by looking through old family photographs, hearing a piece of music you haven’t heard for years or eating a favourite childhood snack, feelings of nostalgia often come floodi...
28 Apr 202426min
The neuroscience of remembering and forgetting
We all forget things from time to time, it’s a normal part of everyday life. But according to the latest research in neuroscience, it is forgetting, not remembering that is the brain’s default action....
25 Apr 202431min
Is our orbital space at breaking point?
When it comes to thinking about sustainability, most of us usually keep our feet on the ground. But as we extend our reach beyond this small rocky planet and out into the solar system, is it time to t...
21 Apr 202437min
How to build a quantum computer
There is little doubt that the advent of the computer has had one of the most far-reaching impacts of any invention in the history of mankind. These days, it’s difficult for most of us to imagine life...
18 Apr 202429min
How to keep your immune system healthy
We often hear about the importance of our immune system, but how can we maintain it and keep it healthy? The answer is easier than you might think. We spoke to Bobby Cherayil, the author of the new bo...
14 Apr 202424min
