HealthRare gene mutation linked to Southern Appalachian settlers raises lung cancer risk sixtyfold in non-smokersA study of 3.3 million people traces the EGFR T790M mutation back to colonial-era settlers from the British Isles.18 September 2026
HealthAir pollution linked to higher suicide risk, but experts warn against assuming causeA major review of global data suggests traffic and fossil fuel emissions are linked to heightened mental health risks, but experts say social deprivation is a major confounding factor.16 September 2026
HealthSuper-resolution microscope 'Curie' targets root causes of inflammatory bowel diseaseScientists at the Rosalind Franklin Institute are using a unique laser system to watch living cells and mini-organs in three dimensions.15 September 2026
HealthWhy most promising new drugs fail before they reach the chemistOnly a tiny fraction of candidate medicines make it through clinical trials, as each successive phase asks a fundamentally different question.11 September 2026
