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Ecology and Evolution of Infectious Diseases (EEID) Program 2019 – US-UK, China and Israel call for proposals
The multi-agency EEID program supports multidisciplinary research on the ecological, evolutionary, and social drivers that influence the transmission dynamics of infectious diseases. The call for proposals is led by the US National Science Foundation (NSF) and...2019-09-09 2064 0 -
ECB announces England men’s international schedule for 2020
The ECB has announced next summer’s international schedule for England’s men’s teams. England will play six Tests as part of the ICC World Test Championship, six One Day Internationals and six International T20 matches, facing four...2019-09-09 1263 0 -
Use Brexit to shake up “irrational” alcohol duty system, think-tank says
Use Brexit to shake up “irrational” alcohol duty system, think-tank says Same-strength alcoholic drinks should be taxed at the same rate. A “duty strength escalator” should be introduced to encourage the production of lower strength beer,...2019-09-09 1215 0 -
Knock off the Jet Lag and Enjoy Flying
Jet lag refers to the feeling of tiredness that people experience after making a long journey by plane to a place where the time is different from where they have boarded. It occurs merely because the...2019-09-09 1979 0 -
Pakistani actress to run London Marathon for UK charity
International award-winning Pakistani actress Mehwish Hayat to be appointed ambassador to UK based international humanitarian charity, Penny Appeal. Mehwish will be visiting the UK to announce her appointment as an ambassador to the charity, as well...2019-09-09 1614 0 -
Hackers set their sights on accountancy firms – 7 steps to minimize risk
By giving cyber security the same priority as other business goals, accountancy firms can proudly display their security credentials Accountancy practices are facing an increase in cyber risks as criminals switch their focus to ‘softer target’...2019-09-05 1425 0 -
‘No point talking': Says Pakistani PM Imran Khan
Prime Minister Imran Khan, has ruled out seeking further negotiation with India over Kashmir, expressing his frustration with New Delhi. He said: “There is no point talking. I have done talking. Regrettably, now when I look...2019-09-05 1608 0 -
House-Sized Monument to be built at Small Heath Park for Bangladeshi Community
A new 23 ft structure may soon be seen inside one of the city’s green spaces at Small Heath Park. An application has already been submitted to Birmingham City Council by the city’s residential Bangladeshi population....2019-09-05 1820 0 -
Multiple genes affect risk of asthma, hay fever and eczema
In a new study from SciLifeLab, researchers have found a total of 141 regions (genes) in our genetic material that largely explain the genetic risk underlying asthma, hay fever and eczema. As many as 41 of...2019-09-05 1461 0 -
The sound of music
On Boxing Day 1886, Olympia London opened its door to the public for the first time with a spectacular showcase; The Hippodrome Circus. Since then, the London landmark has hosted centenary exhibitions such as The International...2019-09-05 1367 0
