BBC Inside Science Bovine TB; Coral sunscreen; Space junk
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Jul 4, 2013 Government aims to eliminate bovine TB in England; Coral sunscreen potential explored; Space junk poses threat in orbit
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Complex Science-Policy Dance on Bovine TB
- Bovine TB control is complex, involving culling, vaccination, and new diagnostic techniques.
- Science informs policy but political and social factors also heavily influence decisions.
Krebs Trial's Double-Edged Data
- The Krebs trial confirmed badger culling reduces TB outbreaks but with complex effects and limited efficacy.
- Both pro- and anti-culling groups have used the trial results differently to support their views.
Coral Inspiration from Low Tide Observation
- Paul Long observed corals exposed at low tide and wondered why they don't get sunburnt unlike humans.
- This curiosity initiated research into coral natural sunscreen compounds.