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Katie joined Technology Networks in January 2022 after completing a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry and a master’s by research degree in molecular and cellular biology, both at the University of Leeds. They loved the breadth of scientific content covered in their undergraduate studies and wanted to share their passion for research through science communication. As a scientific copywriter, Katie assembles newsletters, writes promotional webinar copy, supports the publication’s in-house writers and produces scientific content.

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Published Content

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A sourdough loaf dusted with flour in a heart shape on a white and blue tea towel.

Why Does Sourdough Have Such a Unique Flavor?

A staple of lockdown kitchens and bakeries across the world, sourdough is famed for its unique, tangy flavor. New research, presented at the American Chemical Society (ACS) Fall 2023 conference, has identified what makes sourdough taste so good.

Gold-colored fat droplets.

Obesity Causes Inflammatory Responses in Fat Tissue

To understand the link between fat accumulation and poor health outcomes for obese individuals, researchers are exploring how adipose tissue is structured and the mechanisms behind the inflammatory response.

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Gene Variant That Increases Parkinson’s Disease Risk Found in People of African Ancestry

A variant – found almost exclusively in people of African ancestry – of the gene that encodes β-glucocerebrosidase increases the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, reports a new study.

An old Asian couple.

Gut Microbiomes of Japanese Centenarians Offer New Insights Into Healthy Aging

A new study published in Nature Microbiology has uncovered a unique combination of gut bacteria and viruses in healthy Japanese centenarians, illustrating the impact of our gut microbiome on our health as we age.

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Moderate Protein Diet Promotes Healthy Aging

We all know having a balanced diet is important to stay healthy. New research from Waseda University has started to unpick the optimum proportion of macronutrients for a diet that supports metabolic health as we age – starting with protein.

A sperm cell meets an ovum.

Stem Cell Therapy May Restore Fertility After Ovarian Failure

Stem cell therapy could be used to restore fertility and healthy hormone levels after ovarian failure – due to a genetic condition or following chemotherapy – according to results from a preclinical study in mice.

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Stem Cell Therapy Restores Fertility in Mouse Model

Stem cell therapy could be used to restore fertility and healthy hormone levels after ovarian failure – either due to a genetic condition or following chemotherapy – according to results from a preclinical study in mice.

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Sudden Infant Death Syndrome May Have a Biological Cause

New research has identified a potential cause of sudden infant death syndrome – an abnormality in serotonin receptors in the brainstem.

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Industry Insight

Ensuring Performance, Intelligence and Sustainability in MS

Technology Networks spoke with Ken Suzuki and Jennifer Gushue to learn more about how Agilent is addressing customer needs with novel “intelligence” features and the company’s efforts to ensure the sustainability and longevity of its products

Gut bacteria amongst villi in the gut.

New Insights Into the Link Between Gut Bacteria Makeup and Alzheimer's

A new meta-analysis from the Nevada Institute of Personalized Medicine at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) has revealed that some gut bacteria increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, while others have a protective effect.

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