Do men and women lose weight differently?
If you are a female, weight loss advice you have been hearing is probably partially incorrect The majority of weight loss advice given out is based on the study of…
Could magic mushrooms be used to treat depression?
Research has recently been published using magic mushrooms, or more specifically the active ingredient psilocybin, to help patients with treatment-resistant depression. Depression – separate from feeling ‘sad’ or ‘down’ –…
Ehh, kids these days are too dependent on their phones
Children born in the last decade or so have had a level of access to technology that has never been seen before. While this allows them access to a great…
The danger of gendering children’s toys
The issue of gender has perhaps never been so contested as it is in today’s society. The ways in which we conceive of gender are increasingly being questioned to reveal…
Flat-faced dogs: so adorable they can hardly breathe
French bulldogs, as well as other flat-faced dogs, might not be a responsible choice when deciding on a pet. In fact, veterinarians are urging pet-owners to withhold from purchasing brachycephalic,…
Bilingualism: a new magic bullet?
Dr Thomas Bak is a reader at the University of Edinburgh School of Philosophy, Psychology and Languages Sciences. He is an expert in cognitive neuroscience, particularly in relation to language…
Not so lit: more lights may not help the environment
The sky in Edinburgh is incredible. During the day it is a continually changing myriad of colours. Early morning winds push the clouds along, transforming them into any shape your…
What would an end to net neutrality look like?
Net neutrality has been a prominent topic as of late, with a variety of news outlets running articles on the situation. There have been several petitions made in an attempt…