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Dr Bernhard Lüscher – Dr Patricia Korn | The Role of ADP-ribosylation in Innate Immunity

 Innate immunity, our standing defence against viruses, bacteria, and other infections, is comprised of a vast network of biomolecules working in orchestrated balance to defend against pathogens....

Professor Sung-Hou Kim | New Insights into Ethnic and Genomic Diversity

 Does our ethnic diversity translate to genomic diversity? New findings suggest that it might not and point instead to considerable genomic similarities across multiple ethnicities. Professor...

Professor Marco Cavaglià | Unlocking the Brain’s Hidden Code: The Lipid-Centred Theory of Brain Functioning

 For decades, scientists have explored how the brain processes information, stores memories, and generates thoughts. Traditional theories focus on the electrical and chemical signals exchanged...

Professor Andrei Khrennikov – Professor Emmanuel Haven | How Quantum-like Models Illuminate Complex Systems

 Professor Andrei Khrennikov (Linnaeus University – Sweden) and Professor Emmanuel Haven (Memorial University of Newfoundland – Canada) utilise the mathematical framework of quantum theory to offer...

Professor Aristides Marcano Olaizola | Innovation in the Production of Singlet Oxygen

 A novel method for producing singlet oxygen via stimulated Raman scattering (SRS) offers an innovative alternative to traditional photosensitizer-based techniques, promising safer and more...

Dr Marta Berrocal-Lobo | Unlocking the Potential of Essential Oils: Illuminating Epigenetic Effects on Plant Defense Mechanisms

 Essential oils (EO) are potent in enhancing plant stress responses and mitigating seed-borne diseases, particularly in high-value crops such as tomatoes. While their direct impacts are recognised,...

Dr Linda Hammerich | Revolutionising Immune Monitoring with Flow Cytometry

 Understanding the individual immune response is key to diagnosing and treating a range of diseases. One way of characterising immune cells is through flow cytometry, where cells are tagged with...

Dr Leon Lack | Unlocking Circadian Mysteries in Sleep Disorders

 Sleep disorders can significantly disrupt daily life, but their underlying causes are not always clear. Dr Leon Lack from Flinders University has spent decades studying these disorders and how to...

Dr Praveen Cheekatamarla | Advancing Sustainable Energy Solutions and Energy Efficiency in Buildings

 Buildings play a significant role in our global energy consumption, accounting for one-third of the total energy used worldwide. Unfortunately, they are also responsible for nearly 40% of carbon...

Michael Y Schakelaar | Hybrid PhDs: Integrating Biomedical and Educational Research

 Biomedical science-based PhDs are often research-focused, designed to hone a candidate’s expertise in a specific field. However, subsequent careers in university settings frequently entail...

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Dr Marta Berrocal-Lobo | Unlocking the Potential of Essential Oils: Illuminating Epigenetic Effects on Plant Defense Mechanisms

Dr Marta Berrocal-Lobo | Unlocking the Potential of Essential Oils: Illuminating Epigenetic Effects on Plant Defense Mechanisms

Essential oils (EO) are potent in enhancing plant stress responses and mitigating seed-borne diseases, particularly in high-value crops such as tomatoes. While their direct impacts are recognised, the indirect influences on plant growth, metabolism, and immune responses against phytopathogens remain uncertain. Dr Marta Berrocal-Lobo, an esteemed Associate Professor and researcher at the Polytechnic University of Madrid, in collaboration with the Group of Biopesticides led by Dr Azucena Gonzalez-Coloma, is unravelling the transcriptomic and metabolic responses of tomato seeds treated with an antifungal EO against the pathogen Fusarium oxysporum sp. Their findings pave the way for harnessing EO in sustainable agriculture.

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Open access vs Public access the case for democratic outreach in academic communication

Open access vs Public access the case for democratic outreach in academic communication

While the move towards open access and its benefit to the wider scientific community is laudable, it comes at a cost—a cost, like most publishing costs in academia, that is ultimately funded by the general public. In 2023, approximately 45% of academic papers were published as open access. This figure represents a continuation of the growth trend seen in open access publishing over the past decade. This figure is based on all OA models: fully open access (gold), green (self-archived), bronze (free to read without a clear license), and hybrid models. Approximately $2.25 billion of public funds were spent to make those academic papers open access.

A cynical case for outreach

A cynical case for outreach

PewDiePie’s mention of Diogenes of Sinope in his reaction video to his house being robbed ignited a remarkable surge of interest in the classical philosopher. Following the video’s release, an additional 80 million Google searches related to Diogenes were recorded in the subsequent week.

Revolutionise Your Reading Experience with Scientia’s New Innovative Article Design

Revolutionise Your Reading Experience with Scientia’s New Innovative Article Design

Discover a new era in science communication with Scientia’s groundbreaking new article layout and design format. Our journey, starting with a print science communication magazine, evolved in 2014 with the introduction of a digital version. The goal was to enhance accessibility and reach a broader audience. In response to the overwhelming demand for digital content and environmental concerns, we took the bold step of transitioning exclusively to publishing via a digital magazine in 2020 – a move that proved highly successful.

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Professor Andrei Khrennikov – Professor Emmanuel Haven | How Quantum-like Models Illuminate Complex Systems

Professor Andrei Khrennikov – Professor Emmanuel Haven | How Quantum-like Models Illuminate Complex Systems

Professor Andrei Khrennikov (Linnaeus University – Sweden) and Professor Emmanuel Haven (Memorial University of Newfoundland – Canada) utilise the mathematical framework of quantum theory to offer novel insights into the complexities of biological systems, cognition, decision-making, and other areas of social science, such as economics and finance. Their work showcases the potential of quantum-like models to decode the intricacies of non-physical systems, paving the way for innovative approaches to understanding the dynamics of life and thought, social processes and financial markets.

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Dr Amy Shachter | Indigenous Knowledges, Encouragements, Engagements, and Experiences in STEM

Dr Amy Shachter | Indigenous Knowledges, Encouragements, Engagements, and Experiences in STEM

Despite efforts aimed at diversifying Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields, Indigenous communities remain widely underrepresented. The Indigenous Knowledges, Encouragements, Engagements and Experiences (ʻIKE) Alliance is comprised of a group of educators and Indigenous leaders from across the USA who support and facilitate the participation of Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (NANA-NHPI) students in STEM. ʻIKE also seeks to strengthen relationships between Indigenous communities and STEM higher education institutions.

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Dr Howard Stevenson | Healing the Wounds of Racism: How Racial Literacy Can Empower Youth and Adults

Dr Howard Stevenson | Healing the Wounds of Racism: How Racial Literacy Can Empower Youth and Adults

Racist encounters, both subtle and overt, continue to plague society and take a severe toll on the mental and physical health of people of colour. However, innovative research is showing how we can equip both youth and adults with the skills to navigate these stressful situations and emerge stronger. Dr Howard Stevenson and his team at the University of Pennsylvania are pioneering new approaches to help people cope with racial trauma and find their voice.

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Professor Sung-Hou Kim | New Insights into Ethnic and Genomic Diversity

Professor Sung-Hou Kim | New Insights into Ethnic and Genomic Diversity

Does our ethnic diversity translate to genomic diversity? New findings suggest that it might not and point instead to considerable genomic similarities across multiple ethnicities. Professor Sung-Hou Kim at the University of California, Berkeley, and his colleagues classified 164 ethnic groups into 14 genomic clusters spread across various geographical regions. Their findings reveal important new insights into our shared human genetic heritage.

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Michael Y Schakelaar | Hybrid PhDs: Integrating Biomedical and Educational Research

Michael Y Schakelaar | Hybrid PhDs: Integrating Biomedical and Educational Research

Biomedical science-based PhDs are often research-focused, designed to hone a candidate’s expertise in a specific field. However, subsequent careers in university settings frequently entail substantial teaching responsibilities, with PhD graduates unprepared for the dual roles of researcher and educator. Hybrid PhDs aim to better equip graduates for academic careers by integrating highly specialised scientific knowledge with educational research. PhD candidate Michael Y Schakelaar of University Medical Center Utrecht (Utrecht University), The Netherlands, provides an outstanding example of how this can be achieved.

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Professor Marco Cavaglià | Unlocking the Brain’s Hidden Code: The Lipid-Centred Theory of Brain Functioning

Professor Marco Cavaglià | Unlocking the Brain’s Hidden Code: The Lipid-Centred Theory of Brain Functioning

For decades, scientists have explored how the brain processes information, stores memories, and generates thoughts. Traditional theories focus on the electrical and chemical signals exchanged between neurons. However, a new and innovative approach is emerging, suggesting that the brain may function similarly to a hologram. This concept, known as the ‘holographic brain hypothesis’, is proposed by researchers led by Professor Marco Cavaglià and Professor Jack Tuszynski, who hypothesise that the lipid membranes of neurons play a crucial role in brain function, much like the surface of a holographic plate in optics.

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Scientia Issue #150 | Big Ideas for a Better World

Scientia Issue #150 | Big Ideas for a Better World

This riveting issue of Scientia showcases some of the biggest new ideas across science, research, and technology. While we face many challenges, from climate change to cancer, epidemics to economic instability, progress and innovation open exciting windows of opportunity. We are thrilled to showcase the researchers who are ‘thinking big’ and working to make positive changes in our world.

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