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Unlocking iodine’s true potential

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Despite it being a cornerstone antibacterial application in hospitals, ‘iodine’ is often used with reservations about staining and toxicity. Such reservations have historical roots founded on unfortunate misconceptions that also […]

FAME – the green revolution of conventional biodiesel

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Dylan Karis researches the potential for non-fuel uses for conventional biodiesel.

The global shift away from petrochemical production towards bio-based solutions has given a boost to conventional biodiesel producers. However, they’re facing a challenger ‘from the inside’ – renewable biodiesel. Undaunted, […]

Should pre-anaesthesia consultations be done telephonically?

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Dr Sibylle Kietaibl is advocating for patient-centred decision-making around blood management, suggesting that pre-anaesthesia consultations could happen virtually.

Anaesthesiologists play a crucial role in preparing a patient ahead of surgery, and not just physically. Pre-anaesthesia consultations are an opportunity to engage with patients, involve them in important choices, […]

Your favourite articles of the year: #BehindTheResearch2022

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Welcome to #BehindTheResearch2022! We’re showcasing researchers whose articles have made a significant impact in a curation of Research Outreach’s top-trending articles of the year! Read on to find out which […]

Meet the Editorial team – Rachel Perrin

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An interview with Rachel Perrin, Editorial Director at Research Publishing International, about working with Research Outreach. Rachel enjoys spending time outdoors with her family.

Get to know Rachel Perrin, Editorial Director at Research Publishing International. She’s been working with Research Outreach for the last four years and is truly passionate about what we do […]

Social media at night and students’ sleep health: What should we worry about?

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A young woman is looking at her phone. She is wearing pyjamas and lying in bed, she doesn't look happy. It appears to be night.

University students and social media Social media is an important part of establishing and maintaining relationships for university students. It is used to interact, connect and socialise. So much so […]

Human Rights Day 2022: #StandUp4HumanRights

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A special edition blog for Human Rights Day 2022, celebrating research into academic freedom as well as other works on human rights

The 10th of December 2022 is Human Rights Day, and it’s an important date in the calendar of internationally observed events by the United Nations (UN). Human Rights Day 2022 […]

Co-existence of hepatosteatosis and skeletal muscle fat infiltration

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Accumulation of fat in the liver (hepatosteatosis) and muscle (myosteatosis) affects normal physiological functioning, leading to poorer health outcomes. But what is the concurrence of these two conditions in the […]

Healthier societies: Professor Kent Buse on tackling health and gender inequality

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An interview with though leader Professor Kent Buse, co-founder and co-director of Global Health 50/50 about health and gender inequality

Professor Kent Buse, Co-founder and Co-director of Global Health 50/50, discusses the relationship between gender and health inequality. Alongside fellow Co-founder and Co-director, Professor Sarah Hawkes, Buse is leading the […]

Do bees farm microbes? Rethinking what it is to be a bee

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A bee on a purple flower. Dr Dharampal and Dr Steffan study bee–microbe symbioses.

Bees have not been eating what we thought they were. The work of Dr Prarthana Dharampal and Dr Shawn Steffan, University of Wisconsin, USA, shows bees are not strict vegetarians […]