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Adam Taylor2

Professor and Director of the Clinical Anatomy Learning Centre, Lancaster University
I deliver all aspects of anatomical teaching to Medical and Biomedical students. I have a passion for understanding how the human body is formed and how it functions in both health and disease. Many aspects of my teaching relate to what happens in the body to aid in function on a daily basis.

I have extensive experience working with TV, Radio and various other media outlets to produce TV, Radio and other pieces for the public to ensure clear messages and accuracy in all outputs.

My research interests lie within the field of osteoarthritis and the degeneration and turnover of cartilage and bone. My work commenced on a rare form of osteoarthritis; alkaptonuria, which is still studied in my lab. My work on this condition has lead me to also focus on arthritis and the turnover of joint tissues in response to disease(s) due to discoveries made whilst studying alkaptonuria.

I also have research interest in anatomy and its delivery as part of modern medical and allied health curricula.

Operating on the wrong body part – what can be done to prevent it?

Sep 19, 2024 01:23 am UTC| Health

A 70-year-old man from Alabama recently died at a hospital in Florida when a surgeon mistakenly removed his liver instead of his spleen. This type of medical error is known as a never event because it should never have...

Drinking lots of water may seem like a healthy habit – here’s when and why it can prove toxic

Jun 03, 2024 11:09 am UTC| Health

In late 2023, actor Brooke Shields suffered a seizure after flooding her body with water. Shields became dangerously low on sodium while preparing for her show by drinking loads of water. I flooded my system and I drowned...

Eye infections might seem like a minor complaint – but in some cases they can cause blindness and even death

Apr 12, 2024 03:18 am UTC| Health

When you think of eye infections, what comes to mind? Puffy, swollen bruised feeling eyelids that get glued together with gunk overnight? That feeling of having grit in your eye that cant be cleaned away? Eye infections...

Boxers, briefs and bacterial vaginosis: how your underwear can affect your health

Mar 07, 2024 07:34 am UTC| Insights & Views Health

Thongs, briefs, long johns, g-string, boxers, trunks: theres a bewildering array of undies out there. But which ones are best for the health of your nether regions? Well, the style of underwear you choose is less...

Economy

OPEC+ to Boost Oil Output by 548,000 Barrels Per Day in August Amid Market Shifts

OPEC+ announced a significant oil production hike of 548,000 barrels per day (bpd) for August, accelerating its output increase strategy amid volatile global energy markets. The decision follows recent geopolitical...

Dollar Outlook Hinges on Fed Rate Cuts and Summer Inflation Data

The U.S. dollars trajectory in the coming months will largely depend on whether summer data confirms persistent inflation from tariffs or shows a one-time impact that allows the Federal Reserve to resume rate cuts....

Japan, U.S. Hold Talks Ahead of 24% Tariff Deadline

Japans top trade negotiator Ryosei Akazawa held in-depth phone discussions with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on Thursday and Saturday, as both nations seek resolution before a 24% reciprocal tariff on Japanese...

Key Market Events to Watch on July 7: CFTC Data, Fed Balance Sheet in Focus

As traders brace for another pivotal session on Monday, July 7, 2025, several critical U.S. economic updates could influence market direction. Investors will closely monitor the Commodity Futures Trading Commissions (CFTC)...

Global Coffee Shortage Likely to Persist Despite Brazil’s Large Harvest

Global coffee stocks may take years to recover, industry experts warned at the Coffee Dinner Summit in Brazil, citing ongoing supply-demand imbalances and unpredictable climate patterns. Despite a promising harvest...

Politics

Trump Signals Support for Patriot Missiles to Ukraine Amid Rising Russian Attacks

U.S. President Donald Trump expressed support for Ukraines request for Patriot missiles following a call with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, citing escalating Russian airstrikes and the need for stronger air defenses....

Federal Court Blocks Texas Law Targeting Illegal Border Crossings

A federal appeals court has blocked Texas from enforcing SB4, a Republican-backed law allowing state authorities to arrest and prosecute individuals suspected of illegally crossing the U.S.-Mexico border. The 2-1 decision...

Supreme Court Clears Way for Deportation of Migrants to South Sudan Despite Safety Concerns

Eight migrants lost a last-minute legal bid to halt their deportation to South Sudan, as the U.S. Supreme Court sided with the Trump administration on Thursday, reversing a lower courts ruling that had blocked the...

Trump Signs Historic Tax and Spending Bill Amid Independence Day Celebration

U.S. President Donald Trump signed a sweeping tax and spending bill into law on the Fourth of July, marking a major legislative victory during his second term. Framed as a patriotic celebration, the White House South Lawn...

Lula Hints at 2026 Re-Election Bid Amid Low Approval and Economic Struggles

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva signaled a possible run for re-election in 2026, hinting at a historic fourth term without officially confirming his candidacy. Speaking at an event in Rio de Janeiro on...

Science

FDA Lifts REMS Requirement for CAR-T Cell Cancer Therapies

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has removed the Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS) requirement for all currently approved CAR-T cell therapies, a move expected to improve patient access to these...

Neuren Pharmaceuticals Surges on U.S. Patent Win for Rare Disorder Drug

Shares of Neuren Pharmaceuticals Ltd (ASX:NEU) jumped over 10% on Thursday after the company announced a key development in its rare disease pipeline. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has approved Neurens patent...

CDC Vaccine Review Sparks Controversy Over Thimerosal Study Citation

A presentation on thimerosal, a mercury-based vaccine preservative, set to be delivered to the CDCs advisory committee has come under scrutiny for referencing a non-existent study. The report, Thimerosal as a Vaccine...

SpaceX Starship Explodes in Texas During Test, Citing Nitrogen Tank Failure

SpaceXs Starship spacecraft exploded in a dramatic fireball during a late-night test at the companys Starbase facility in Brownsville, Texas, on June 18, 2025. The 400-foot Mars-bound rocket, a key part of Elon Musks...

NASA Astronauts Wilmore and Williams Recover After Boeing Starliner Delay

NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams are steadily recovering after spending nine unexpected months aboard the International Space Station (ISS) due to issues with Boeings Starliner capsule. Initially intended...

Technology

Quantum Computing Sparks Investor Interest in Semiconductor Stocks

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang recently stated that quantum computing is at an inflection point, predicting it will soon solve some interesting problems. His remarks follow the companys collaboration with Harvard and MIT to...

Foxconn Hits Record Q2 Revenue on Surging AI Demand

Taiwans Foxconn (TW:2317), also known as Hon Hai Precision Industry, reported record second-quarter revenue of T$1.797 trillion, marking a 15.82% year-over-year increase, fueled by booming demand for artificial...

Air Force Halts SpaceX Rocket Cargo Plan Amid Wildlife Concerns

The U.S. Air Force has paused its plan to test hypersonic rocket cargo deliveries with Elon Musks SpaceX from Johnston Atoll, following backlash from environmental groups and experts. The decision, first reported by Stars...

Google Faces EU Antitrust Complaint Over AI Search Summaries

A coalition of independent publishers has filed an antitrust complaint with the European Commission, accusing Google (NASDAQ: GOOGL) of abusing its dominance in online search through its AI-generated summaries, known as AI...

China Reviews Rare Earth Export Licenses Amid Eased U.S. Tech Restrictions

Chinas Ministry of Commerce announced on Friday it is reviewing export license applications for sensitive items, including rare earths and related magnets, as part of its ongoing trade discussions with the United States....