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Alexander is a science writer and editor for Technology Networks. He writes news and features for the Applied Sciences and Analysis & Separations communities, leading the site's coverage of topics relating to environmental science, food and beverage analysis, and analytical techniques. Before joining Technology Networks, Alexander worked as a freelance science writer. He holds a masters degree in Materials Chemistry from the University of St Andrews, Scotland.

Education

University of St Andrews

Areas of Expertise

Battery Science

Food and Beverage Analysis

Materials Science

Applied Sciences

Analysis & Separations

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Has Mass Spectrometry Reached a Software “Tipping Point”?

Decades of hardware innovation have delivered faster, more powerful, and more sustainable mass spectrometers. Hear from experts on how software could help to deliver new breakthroughs in accessibility, data quality, and maintenance.

A person standing on a set of electronic scales while holding a GLP-1 "pen" injector.

Can Taking GLP-1 Drugs Affect Your Food Preferences?

People taking GLP-1 drugs tend to alter their consumption of high-fat and sugary foods. Discover the potential biological mechanisms behind this, and what scientists are still learning about weight loss drugs.

Doctor holding a digital uterus illustration, symbolizing women's health and reproductive care.

Higher Progesterone Levels Associated With Lower Mood in Women

Researchers measured hormone levels and brain activity in 116 women during emotional decision-making tasks. Higher progesterone was linked to less distinct neural signaling and lower mood, offering insight into hormone-related mood changes.

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"Gene Gun" Turns Lettuce Into a Producer of Animal Meat Protein

Plant-based meat could become more realistic with help from plants engineered to produce myoglobin—the protein that gives meat its distinctive color and taste. Discover how engineered lettuce chloroplasts may improve meat alternatives.

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Autism Protein Interaction Map Reveals Common Therapeutic Targets

Researchers mapped 100 autism risk proteins and 54 patient mutations, identifying 1,881 interactions. Many autism-linked genes converged on shared protein complexes, suggesting common therapeutic targets across genetically distinct forms of autism.

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Schizophrenia Linked to Epigenetic Changes in Gene That Regulates Stress

Researchers analyzed postmortem brain tissue and found reduced DNA methylation at key regulatory sites of FKBP5 in schizophrenia. The epigenetic changes were linked to increased stress gene activity, highlighting a potential therapeutic target.

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Where Are the Greatest Opportunities for Innovation in Mass Spectrometry?

From implementing automation and new workflows to better software and sustainability, hear what experts consider to be the biggest opportunities for the future of mass spectrometry.

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Before the Molecule: Why Drug Development Needs Causal Human Biology Earlier

Discover how considering causal biology early on in the drug development process could improve the chances of success.

A molecular PFAS structure under a magnifying glass titled “Understanding PFAS: Key Technologies for PFAS Detection and Monitoring”.

Understanding PFAS: Key Technologies for PFAS Detection and Monitoring

This infographic explores key technologies for PFAS detection and monitoring, comparing conventional and emerging approaches while highlighting current challenges and future directions.

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Dopamine May Play a Bigger Role in Autism Than We Thought

Researchers used brain scans in 60 adults to examine dopamine receptors, glucose metabolism, and brain connectivity. Autistic participants showed higher dopamine receptor levels and energy use in some brain areas, with altered connectivity patterns.

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