Molly Campbell
Senior Science Writer
In the editorial team Molly reports on a broad range of scientific topics, covering the latest breaking news and writing long-form pieces for The Scientific Observer. She is a fervent believer that science – and science communications – should be accessible to everyone. In 2020, she created the Teach Me in 10 video series, where weekly guests discuss and teach a scientific concept in less than 10 minutes. Prior to joining Technology Networks in 2019, Molly worked as a clinical research associate in the NHS and as a freelance science writer. She has a first-class honors degree in Neuroscience from the University of Leeds and received a Partnership Award for her efforts in science communication.
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The 1918 Flu Pandemic Did Not Disproportionately Kill Healthy Young People
Researchers from McMaster University and the University of Colorado Boulder analyzed ancient skeletal remains to further understand the death toll of the 1918 influenza pandemic, commonly referred to as the “Spanish flu”.
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Single-Cell Proteomics: Mass Spec vs Single-Molecule Sequencing
There has been excitement surrounding single-molecule sequencing and its possible application in single-cell proteomics. We speak with Dr. Ryan Kelly to understand how its capabilities currently compare to mass spectrometry.
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Non-Menstruating Women Reported Vaginal Bleeding After COVID-19 Vaccination
A new study from the Norwegian Institute of Public Health (NIPH) found that women who do not menstruate, due to the use of hormonal contraception or menopause, reported unexpected vaginal bleeding after COVID-19 vaccination.
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mRNA Vaccine Scientists Win 2023 Nobel Prize
Dr. Katalin Karikó and Dr. Drew Weissman share the 2023 Nobel Prize in Medicine and Physiology for their research on nucleoside base modifications, which began in the 1990s and ultimately enabled the development of life-saving COVID-19 mRNA vaccines.
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The Spatial Perspective With Professor Emma Lundberg
Join us as we sit down with Professor Emma Lundberg, a luminary in the field of spatial biology, to discuss her incredible career journey, the challenges that she has overcome and the groundbreaking discoveries that continue to shape the future of science and medicine.
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HPV Is Not Just a Women’s Health Issue
A recent study found that over one-third of men aged 15 years and over are infected with at least one type of HPV. In this article, we explore why HPV is not just a women's health issue.
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Some Cardiac Arrest Survivors Can Report Clear Memories of Death
A first-of-its-kind study has explored consciousness and brain activity in patients during cardiopulmonary resuscitation after a cardiac arrest.
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Vaccine Research and Development
The pandemic has ushered in a vaccines “golden era”. Long-term investment in vaccine manufacturing has been prioritized, as has the pursuit of novel vaccine platforms. In this infographic, we explore recent advances in vaccine research and development.
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World-First Clinical Trial Will Test Ketone Supplementation on Frailty
A new clinical trial will test the effects of ketone ester supplementation on frailty. The trial, funded by the National Institutes of Health, is called TAKEOFF and will recruit 180 participants.
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Could a Malaria Drug Treat Cancer One Day?
While researching a cure for malaria, scientists discovered several bioactive compounds from the plant Artemisia annua. The Nobel Prize-winning effort could pave the way for novel cancer therapies, if we can decipher how the compounds work.
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