Hypervirulent strains of Klebsiella pneumoniae identified in the US have the potential to become the next 'superbug', according to researchers from University at Buffalo.

Traditional strains of Klebsiella pneumoniae have largely affected hospitalised populations, who have weaker defence systems. Read the rest of this entry »

A new combination of chemotherapy and a drug commonly used to treat malaria and rheumatoid arthritis holds the potential to boost the power of cancer treatments.

Ravi K Amaravadi, MD, an assistant professor of medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine, is among the scientists looking at the potential of combining hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) with cancer treatments including chemotherapy, targeted therapy, radiation, and immunotherapy. Read the rest of this entry »

The world's first lab grown hamburger is set to be produced later this year by scientists from Maastricht University.

Led by Professor Mark Post, the team has grown small pieces of muscle measuring roughly 2cm long, 2cm wide and 1mm thick. The meat was created from stem cells. Read the rest of this entry »

Whoever said science was BORING??

This year’s Science World has heaps of great entertainment to keep you amused.  So if you need a breather from all the exciting exhibitors then take advantage of the tantalizing treats in store…

For our extra special 21st event celebrations we welcome back some old favourites; Dr Hal will WOW the crowds with his Bigger Bang Elemental Spectacular, our resident caricaturist David Lewis will be thrilling the crowds with his witty portraits and the talented Alison Russell will bring the traditional skill of ‘silhouetting’ to life for those who fancy a unique memento of their Science World visit.

BRAND NEW for 2012 we welcome the marvelous Miss Ballooniverse, along with relaxing massage and manicures to soothe tension and pamper those hands – after grabbing all those Science World freebies.

Don’t forget, special guests Professor Brian Cox and Werner Gruber will also be joining us on the day.

Phew! With all this amazing fun stuff lined up, Wembley really is the venue of legends.

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