The study, led by scientists from Jiangnan University, China in collaboration with researchers from Queen Mary University of London and the University of Oulu, Finland, have shown that a species of gut bacteria, known as Lactobacillus apis, is linked to enhanced memory in bumblebees.
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Extreme Heat May Affect Young and Middle-Aged Adults More Than Older Adults
Extreme heat—a leading cause of weather-related deaths in the United States—poses an increasing threat to the public, as days of extreme heat are expected to become more frequent, more intense, and longer-lasting due to the continued effects of climate change.
Satellite Monitoring of Greenland Ice Melting Highlights Global Flood Risk
Global warming has caused extreme ice melting events in Greenland to become more frequent and intense over the past 40 years, raising sea levels and flood risk worldwide, finds new research involving UCL academics.
New Algorithm Could Save Lives: Predicts COVID-Related Intensive Care Unit Resource Use
A new algorithm can predict how many patients will need intensive COVID-related healthcare.
Collapse of Ancient Liangzhu Culture Caused by Climate Change
"China's Venice of the Stone Age": The Liangzhu excavation site in eastern China is one of the most significant testimonies of Chinese civilisation.
Morning Exposure to Deep Red Light Improves Declining Eyesight
Just three minutes of exposure to deep red light once a week, when delivered in the morning, can significantly improve declining eyesight, finds a pioneering new study by UCL researchers.


