A Two-Handed Protein That Defies Biological Rules
Life on Earth follows a curious rule: most of its essential molecules come in just one “handedness.” DNA twists to…
The nutritional value of potatoes
International Day of Potato In December 2023, the General Assembly declared May 30 as the International Day of Potato to…
World Digestive Health Day: The Science Behind a Healthy Gut
Every year on May 29th, World Digestive Health Day, an initiative by the World Gastroenterology Organisation, seeks to raise awareness…
The Robotic Revolution That Has Yet to Reach Our Homes
In recent years, we’ve been constantly bombarded with news about the launch of new robots, whose mobility and intelligence capabilities…
Vitamin K in Everyday Foods A Natural Defence Against Thrombosis
Vitamin K plays a crucial role in blood coagulation and has significant implications for thrombosis prevention. It exists in two…
University First
Her calling veered away from the academic path. She wasn’t entirely sure: she knew she liked teaching and helping others,…
Child Protection in Football
World Football Day On several occasions, this newspaper has highlighted football’s transformative power, particularly from the perspective of non-violence and…
Raising Voices, Building Peace: Women at the Frontlines of Disarmament
International Women’s Day for Peace and Disarmament Each year on May 24th, the world marks the International Women’s Day for…
Your Skin Matters. What You Should Know About Melanoma
World Melanoma Day Imagine this: it is a bright, sunny day. You grab your towel, some snacks, maybe a good…
A Toast to Shared Knowledge
In recent years, a powerful movement has emerged to break down the barriers between academia and the public: bringing science…