The Trump administration's dismantling of federal cancer research has suspended vital clinical trials for children with terminal brain tumours, leaving desperate families scrambling. Discover the human cost.
A pioneering neuroscience study from the University of Oxford and Royal Holloway reveals how the brain constructs dreams and nightmares. Discover the science behind your sleep. Listen to the full podcast now.
US federal officials reinstate hundreds of NIOSH health workers laid off in 2025. The reversal follows legal challenges and outcry from firefighters and miners. Read the full story.
Persistent brain fog after Covid could signal a heightened risk of Alzheimer's disease, new research suggests. Scientists found a 60% rise in a key dementia protein in long Covid patients. Learn more about the potential long-term neurological impact.
Sam Fairbairn shares the tragic story of her son Andre, who died at 24 from frontotemporal dementia. She urges for greater awareness and research into early-onset dementia. Read her full interview.
New research reveals adding just five minutes of brisk walking to your day can lower your risk of early death by 10%. Discover how small, achievable lifestyle changes can significantly extend your lifespan.
New research reveals adding just five minutes of brisk walking daily can reduce your risk of early death by 10%. Discover how small lifestyle changes can significantly extend your lifespan.
A new study reveals a five-day fasting-mimicking diet can significantly reduce symptoms and inflammation in Crohn's disease patients, offering a new dietary management option.
New research reveals a little-known brain area may be responsible for high blood pressure, opening doors for future treatments. Discover the science behind this breakthrough finding.
A breakthrough blood test from Cambridge University could accurately detect prostate cancer and its severity, paving the way for a national screening programme and saving thousands of lives.
Consultant Dr Allie Hare tackles listener queries on sleep disturbances, paralysis, and dementia links. Discover science-backed strategies for improved sleep health.
Dr Allie Hare answers key sleep questions on menopause, sleep paralysis, and dementia links. Discover top tips for better sleep in 2026. Listen to the full podcast now.
Archaeologists discover 16 ancient dugout canoes in a Wisconsin lake, including one dating back 5,200 years. This groundbreaking find reveals a sophisticated North American culture thriving alongside ancient Egypt.
Archaeologists discover a 5,200-year-old canoe in Lake Mendota, revealing a sophisticated ancient American culture thriving alongside the Egyptians. Explore the findings that are reshaping history.
Scientists discover 773,000-year-old human fossils in a Moroccan cave, revealing a crucial evolutionary 'missing link' and challenging the timeline of Homo sapiens' origins. Read the full story.
Ancient human remains unearthed in a Moroccan cave, dating back 773,000 years, reveal a crucial evolutionary 'missing link' and challenge the traditional story of Homo sapiens' origins.
New research suggests compounds in roasted Arabica coffee could inhibit a key enzyme, mirroring a common diabetes medication. Could your morning brew be a future functional food for blood sugar management?
A simple blood test could identify those at risk of developing debilitating Crohn's disease years before symptoms appear, paving the way for early intervention and potential prevention.
Archaeologists in Gibraltar unseal a 40,000-year-old cave, discovering evidence that Neanderthals survived 18,000 years later than thought. Explore the history-changing find.
Archaeologists in Gibraltar unseal a cave untouched for 40,000 years, discovering evidence that could rewrite the final chapter of Neanderthal history. Explore the groundbreaking findings.
Neuroscientist Ben Rein explains how isolation triggers chronic inflammation, harming recovery from strokes and heart attacks. Discover why your brain needs friends to thrive.
Everly Green, 8, is a prisoner in her own body due to rare FRRS1L. Her family is raising millions to develop a gene therapy cure after big pharma deemed it unprofitable. Read their story.
Nobel laureate Sir Paul Nurse discusses his unprecedented second presidency of the Royal Society, the Elon Musk controversy, and threats from right-wing populism to science. Read the full interview.
A fading sense of smell may be an early warning sign for Parkinson's disease, emerging years before tremors or stiffness. Learn about this crucial biomarker and its link to neurodegenerative conditions.
Scientists identify 'kama muta', the powerful emotion behind tears of joy at weddings or reunions. Discover its signs, evolutionary purpose, and how to feel more of it.
Scientists uncover traces of lethal plant toxins on Stone Age arrowheads from South Africa, pushing back the earliest evidence of poisoned arrows by tens of thousands of years. Discover the ancient hunting secrets.
Traces of lethal plant toxins found on Stone Age arrowheads in South Africa reveal the oldest direct evidence of poisoned arrows, pushing back the known history of complex hunting by tens of thousands of years.
Groundbreaking research reveals the world's oldest direct evidence of poisoned arrow use, dating back 60,000 years in South Africa, challenging previous historical timelines. Discover the implications.
Groundbreaking research from Hungary reveals 'genius dogs' can learn toy names by overhearing conversations, matching the comprehension of toddlers. Discover how your pet might be listening.
New research shows some gifted dogs can learn new toy names just by overhearing conversations, with skills rivalling an 18-23-month-old child. Discover the science behind these clever canines.