The unique conditions of space make it the new playground for research and development. The industry that stands to benefit the most from R&D in space is the pharmaceutical industry. The microgravity and radiation that space has to offer can lead to new insights within the industry because cells could grow in unexpected ways in these conditions. This could lead to a better understanding of human health, biology, disease progression, and drug interactions. Read full article here
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Improving media literacy could boost trust towards the news, IMPRESS report suggests
The UK media is regulated by the likes of IPSO and Ofcom. The report by press regulator IMPRESS highlights the link between low levels of media literacy and trust in the news. The study found that three quarters of those who did not know if journalists were regulated did not trust the news. It suggests that improving media literacy is one way to stem the erosion of trust, and shows that audiences have an appetite for information on news processes. Stakeholders need to collaborate in order to rebuild trust in the news, and independent media is well placed to do this. Read full article here
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February 1, 2023
