Behind the Paper
The real stories behind the latest research papers, from conception to publication, the highs and the lows
The greenery beyond cities quietly shapes their rainfall
Cities are often studied as local systems, yet rainfall is shaped by processes that extend beyond them. As peri-urban vegetation changes, it may influence atmospheric moisture and, in turn, precipitation within cities.
Recessive ReNU2 syndrome: highly prevalent and potentially treatable
Genetic variants in a small noncoding gene called RNU2-2 are responsible for the most prevalent known recessive neurodevelopmental disorder. It may also be amongst the disorders amenable to treatment with gene replacement therapy.
“We Went Through It Together”: Reflections on Community Strength in Green Social Prescribing
Our study explored how Green Social Prescribing (GSP) supports wellbeing among ethnically diverse communities. What emerged highlighted the essential role of trusted community organisations in creating safe, culturally attuned spaces for connection and support.
From Transmission to Disability: A Fractional Perspective on HBV Dynamics
Moving beyond classical epidemiological models, this work explores how infectious disease dynamics can be linked to long-term disability outcomes.