A Serious Blog
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How lighting flipped the switch for Bobby Fischer
July 19, 2023Let’s take a trip down memory lane. It’s 1972, and after a string of remarkable victories against Taimanov, Larsen and Petrosian, Bobby Fischer earned the right to compete for the World ChampionshipRead more… -
A brief history of the limerick: why the humorous poem is so popular
May 12, 2023Often characterised by wit, humour, and rhythmic charm, limericks have tickled our literary taste buds for centuries.Read more… -
Can light improve your cognitive performance?
April 05, 2023Light is intrinsically and deeply connected to human well-being, in ways scientists are only beginning to fully understand.Read more… -
Six essential tips for healthier eyes this spring
March 29, 2023As the vibrant colours of spring unfold around us and we're treated to longer, sunnier days, it's important to remember that our eyes need a little extra care during this beautiful season.Read more… -
“Unplug” on National Unplug Day
March 03, 2023On the first Friday of March, we are encouraged to switch off all our our media devices for 24 hours. These devices, which instantly provide endless entertainment and distraction, may obfuscate the world you live in.Read more… -
Study shows AMD now clearly linked to long-term effects of obesity
March 02, 2023A study by a Canadian University has demonstrated how age-related macular degeneration can be more common in and even caused by obesity cases.Read more… -
How to comfortably navigate the “spring forward”
March 02, 2023We’re now just over two weeks away from the end of winter.Read more… -
A nice and easy pancake recipe for Shrove Tuesday
February 20, 2023As big fans of pancake day, we will be celebrating Shrove Tuesday in the office with some pancakes of our own.Read more… -
The story of the first English Dictionary
February 06, 2023You may have heard that in 2022, the Oxford English Dictionary’s word of the year was “goblin mode” - a term used to describe unapologetically lazy behaviour, “in rejection of social norms”.Read more… -
Why a 3D model retina will change the way we explore AMD
February 03, 2023Macular Degeneration is the leading cause of blindness in the western world (JRSM, 2006), and is notoriously difficult to treat due to the limited understanding of the retina.Read more…