Interviews with Scientists

Professor Jim Lupski talks about how genome sequencing can help people with rare diseases, including one that affects...

The story we wanted to talk about this month was about the publication of the HeLa genome, which has caused controversy...

Dr Matt Hurles discusses the Genetics Society Spring Meeting on the theme of genomics for health and society

A new technique may dramatically reduce the CO2 emissions of the steel industry.

We find out how medical mapping has helped track recent infectious outbreaks with the help of social media...

We investigate the new wave of extensively drug-resistant TB, where did it come from and is it treatable?

With a new outbreak of the H7N9 influenza virus in China, we find out how the virus evolved...

Professor Anders Hakansson discusses how a a naturally occurring protein in breast milk is being used to strike a blow...

Sally Woodcock talks about the science behind preserving great works of art

Plastic objects are older than we think, and need conserving, says Dr Anita Quye.

Oliver Caroe of St Paul's Cathedral discusses how he looks after one of London's most famous landmarks.

New biofuel from gut-bugs - Dr. Love discusses the potential of E. Coli as the next fuel generator.

Dr. Colin Davidson discusses what legal highs do to the pleasure and addiction zones in our brain...

Dr. John Ramsey discusses legal highs and how chemical analysis can be used to help decide their legality.

Professor David Nutt talks about the legislation blocking research into magic mushrooms as a potential treatment for...

So, other than the symptoms that people with the disorder present, what other ways can we start to understand it?

What gets Professor Nicola Clayton from Cambridge University leaping out of her bed with the larks?

We now bury our heads into the next level of understanding of ADHD – so genes and the environment. Back to Trevor...

Could we use these chemical and structural brain changes in ADHD to help develop biological markers for ADHD diagnosis?

Are there any benefits to ADHD? Why has it persisted through generations?

To find out more about the clinical symptoms and diagnoses of both child and adult ADHD we meet Dr. Sam Chamberlain.....