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The CRISPR Nobel: back to basics

October 25, 2020 ~ Brooke Morriswood ~ 7 Comments
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“Streptococcus pyogenes bacteria under attack from Siphoviridae” by Mark Palfreyman

At last – the least surprising Nobel in recent memory finally got awarded. But despite its inevitability, the prize for CRISPR is still worth celebrating. Continue reading →

Lip service and walking the walk

February 20, 2020 ~ Brooke Morriswood ~ 1 Comment

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The Natalie Portman – Rose McGowan spat illustrates a fundamental difference in activist behaviour.  Continue reading →

Kids and Kardashians

April 18, 2019 ~ Brooke Morriswood ~ 1 Comment

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Starting a family is something that’s often presented as a risk in career terms. In fact, it may actually turn you into a better risk-taker. Continue reading →

Blockbuster science vs Arthouse science

April 6, 2016October 25, 2020 ~ Brooke Morriswood ~ 6 Comments

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Are young scientists being encouraged to emulate Michael Bay? Continue reading →

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