Order to speed hallucinogen research hailed as ‘threshold moment’ but concerns remain over access and protections The scene seemed so far-fetched you could be forgiven for thinking you might be hallucinating. On the weekend in which psychonauts celebrate “Bicycle Day” – the anniversary of the first LSD trip – Donald...
What is the UK Biobank project and what are the privacy concerns around it?
Volunteers’ data has enabled medical breakthroughs, but there are questions over how that data is protected With the revelation that the confidential health records of half a million British volunteers have been put up for sale on a Chinese website, we take a look at what the UK Biobank project...
Largest-ever ban on toxic chemicals in EU hit by ‘extremely frustrating’ delays
Green groups say European Commission is ‘chief roadblock’ to its own plans, as report finds poor progress four years on Harmful compounds in children’s nappies and toxic “forever chemicals” in everyday products are among 14 hazardous substance groups hit by lengthy delays to EU pollution controls, according to report findings...
The cinema lab: brain activity tracked to find secret to creating immersive films
Bristol University project aims to help directors make better movies and take greater risks – with one already onboard At first glance, it looks like any high-end cinema: booming surround sound, a razor-sharp 4K projector and rows of reclining seats. But instead of clutching popcorn, a headset records my brain...