Would you give your body to medical research?

Posted by on Sep 6, 2006 in updates | 8 comments Would you take part in drugs trials, particularly bearing in mind the fate of six men who ended up in intensive care? I imagine the number of volunteers has since plummeted dramatically, and tonight’s debate in Norwich is aimed at increasing this. It is part of the high profile British Association Annual Festival of Science. Nick Ross – and some of his friends – will be leading...
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Michael Gove is wrong about blogs

Posted by on Sep 6, 2006 in updates | 17 comments I know Michael Gove is a very clever man and a good writer, but he should realise that not everyone is gifted in the same way. His column in today’s Times is harsh on those that don’t meet his literary standards. I share Michael’s admiration of Iain’s blog, and have yet to spend time on Daniel Finklesteins new site which Michael also applauds. I also like the the...
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