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Welcome to the last Birdbrained Science edition for the 2025-2026 academic year! If you haven’t realized yet, my name is Gabby. I am the creator and, for the past year, the sole author of this column.

Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...