Freelance Science Writer & Journalist
RJ is a freelance science writer based in Glasgow. He covers biological and biomedical science, with a focus on the complexities and curiosities of the brain and emerging AI technologies. RJ was a science writer at Technology Networks for six years, where he also worked on the site’s SEO and editorial AI strategies. He created the site’s podcast, Opinionated Science, in 2020. RJ has a Master’s degree in Clinical Neurosciences from the University of Cambridge.
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Will Labs Wake Up to the Environmental Cost of Data Crunching?
The rise of digital science is reshaping lab sustainability. In this article, experts highlight the need for new standards to account for computing’s growing environmental impact.
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Designing the Future of Multiomics Research
The article highlights how large-scale and longitudinal studies, wearables and national data initiatives are advancing multiomics research to improve disease prediction and prevention.
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The New Technologies Accelerating Cell Line Development
This article explores how automation, AI and genetic tools are transforming cell line development, streamlining cloning, improving productivity and enabling faster biologic drug production.
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A Bright Future for RNA Therapeutics
RNA therapeutics promise rapid, personalized and flexible treatments against multiple diseases. In this article, we will explore whether RNA therapeutics can realize their full potential.
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Metabolomics Applications: From Medicine to Agriculture
By measuring metabolite levels in an environment, scientists can derive information about these environments. Download this listicle to explore the use of metabolomics in diagnostics, personalized medicine and agriculture.
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Non-Coding DNA: The Unexplored Genome
In this article, we explore how the latest advances in next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies have helped researchers explore areas of the genome that had previously been dismissed as uninformative.
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The New Technologies Changing the Face of Data Integrity in Drug Discovery
As research datasets become larger and harder to handle, maintaining data integrity standards is more important than ever. This article will feature interviews with experts and discuss the latest advances in the area.
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Computational Neuroscience and the Joy of Discovery With Dr. Kanaka Rajan
Dr. Kanaka Rajan is a leader in a new wave of neuroscience that has leveraged vast volumes of computing power as a tool for understanding the brain. In this interview, she discusses her motivations, research and greatest achievements.
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What Does 2024 Have in Store for Psychedelic Science?
The hype and promise around psychedelic drug trials have accelerated legislation to liberalize access to these compounds. In this article, we delve into the pivotal events in psychedelic science that researchers in the field predict will shape the year 2024.
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Acid-Treated Polymers Are Superior Stores for Drug Delivery
After the twists and turns of discovering a drug molecule, pharma companies still face a mighty challenge: delivering their candidate drugs to the area of the body where they are needed.
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