Alternatives to animal testing: science, ethics and the law
WEBDec 5, 2022 · Firstly, tests on animals notoriously lack reliability, meaning that repeats of the same tests often produce conflicting results. Secondly – due to profound biological differences between humans and other animals, compounded by the sterile, standardised conditions of the laboratory – tests on animals frequently fail to predict human outcomes.
Mathematics: A powerful tool for understanding the world
WEBJun 27, 2018 · An unexpected outcome. One of the goals of DMS is to develop new mathematical theories, models and tools to help solve some of the most challenging problems in the physical, biological and life sciences. This research ultimately has a significant impact on the United States’ health, security and economy. A clear example emerged last year.
Insider threats: What they are and how to prevent them
WEBJul 24, 2023 · Altogether preventing Insider Threats is not entirely possible. However, organisations can ensure policies and procedures are in place to minimise the risk posed by insider threats. This often requires a multi-faceted approach that combines technological solutions, robust policies, and an organisational culture focused on security.
The UK’s legalisation of medicinal cannabis - Open Access …
WEBFeb 24, 2021 · The results are in – The UK’s Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs (ACMD) published its assessment on the impact of the rescheduling of cannabis-based products for medicinal use (CBPMs) in humans in November 2020. As patient groups and organisations digest the Council’s findings, I consider the …
Five rare diseases you never knew existed - Open Access …
WEBFeb 29, 2024 · 2. Alice In Wonderland Syndrome (AIWS) Frequency: currently unknown. Dr John Todd, a British psychiatrist, first described AIWS in 1955. Todd gave it this name by way of the famous novel by Lewis Carroll, as the illness resembles the events experienced by Alice. The most prominent and often most disturbing symptom is …
New NHS recommendation – UK population needs extra vitamin D
WEBJun 17, 2020 · Dr Deborah Lee of Dr Fox Online Pharmacy, highlights the importance of taking a daily vitamin D supplement following the NHS’ latest recommendation. Did you know we should all be taking a daily supplement of vitamin D? In April 2020, the NHS issued a statement, based on recommendations from Public Health England (PHE), that we should all consider taking 10 mcg/day vitamin D as a supplement ...
The importance of water in agriculture - Open Access Government
WEBMar 15, 2023 · Bluewater is the volume of surface and groundwater used; this is mainly water used for irrigation. Grey water is the volume of freshwater needed to assimilate the pollutants generated in producing animals or crops. Green water use is the least important of the three water footprints in farming regions with substantial regular rainfall.
Effective information governance: building a framework
WEBMar 10, 2023 · An information governance framework helps organisations manage their data and information, and ensures they are used effectively to meet needs and add value. A good information governance framework will help you manage your information throughout its lifecycle. The best will put information security, risk management, and assurance of …
Trochlear dysplasia: A common & confusing knee condition
WEBFeb 17, 2022 · Trochlear dysplasia (TD) is an abnormality of the knees trochlear groove. There is an invisible transition between what is normal and what is pathologic. The knees trochlear groove is the guide channel, into which the patella engages and glides. TD is characterised by a loss of the normal concave anatomy: the depth of …
The plastic timeline: How did we get here? - Open Access …
WEBJan 28, 2021 · Neil Armstrong plants a nylon flag on the moon in 1969 as plastic starts to become a go-to material in the 1970s. In 1977, the plastic bag was introduced to the grocery industry as an alternative to the paper bag—something we’re trying to revert back to 40-plus years later. Production takes a noticeable dip as laws start to be introduced.