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Could Brexit allow the UK to drop the ban on cloning?
Science, Maths & Technology

Could Brexit allow the UK to drop the ban on cloning?

...not be born was it not for cloning? [The Conversation]People should be respected as people regardless of the biological derivation history of their embryos. We should repeal the UK legislation against human cloning and think very carefully about whether, how and why we should replace it. This article was originally published on The Conversation. Read the original article....
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Five things to know about being disabled and LGBTQ
Health, Sports & Psychology

Five things to know about being disabled and LGBTQ

...think you might be trans and want to discuss it with someone, talk to your GP, and, if you so desire, ask for a referral to a counsellor and/or a Gender Identity Clinic. While some aspects of transition might be harder (I couldn’t complete the surgeries I wanted because anaesthetic became too risky), being disabled shouldn’t stop you exploring this part of your...
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How we live is seen as a justification: Why the French way of life became a target
Society, Politics & Law

How we live is seen as a justification: Why the French way of life became a target

...thinking It remains for politicians to make speeches that can bring us together. But each of us must also have a positive attitude towards our society, which offers so much liberty and possibility. Don’t forget what those who wage war on us would like to reduce us to. And don’t forget that it’s the actions of IS that are forcing a mass of refugees to come to Europe....
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The politics of food introduction
Society, Politics & Law

The politics of food introduction

...think in a very broad sense, the apple has become a contested political symbol of, perhaps, on one hand, rural Britain, and the other hand the need to keep up with the mass market for the city. Commentary Julian Temperley is one of a small number of artisan producers, making cider in the UK. Julian Temperley The cider world is divided between what we would call artisan...
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The Bottom Line Expert Opinion: Financial Engineering
Money & Business

The Bottom Line Expert Opinion: Financial Engineering

...thinking about the economy and business. This episode of the Bottom Line discusses the growing field of financial engineering. Its guests explore its present significance and contemporary issues. Financial engineering is primarily concerned with risk analysis and profit. For this reason it is not usually associated to long term investment strategies. Indeed a key critique...
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HeadStart Classical Studies
History & The Arts

HeadStart Classical Studies

...thinking about studying – a classical subject at school or university, or are simply interested in knowing more about the ancient world and the people who inhabited it. In these courses you will explore for yourself the art, literature and archaeological remains of the classical world, learning about what ancient Greeks and Romans believed, how they lived their lives,...
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Introduction to the trauma-informed investigation of rape and serious sexual offences article series
Society, Politics & Law

Introduction to the trauma-informed investigation of rape and serious sexual offences article series

...thinking about the context of each reported offence, i.e. there is no standard approach to investigative actions. The circumstances and impacts of sexual violence can affect how any victim is able to recall and give an account of events to the police. Being trauma informed and understanding how trauma manifests and how different issues impact on trauma in individuals...
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British Science Week
Science, Maths & Technology

British Science Week

...Thinking about studying physics or astronomy? Or just want to be blown away by what is out of this world? Why not go where many have gone before and venture into some of our FREE courses on the subject?: The Sun The Big Bang The evolving Universe The Moon Galaxies, stars and planets Spend 15 minutes on Mars in our interactive or make an impact with our Meteorite...
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