Stories
- Article
A history of twins in science
For thousands of years, twins have been a source of fascination in mythology, religion and the arts. Since the 19th century, they have also been the subject of scientific study and experimentation.
- Article
A brief history of tattoos
The earliest evidence of tattoo art dates from 5000 BC, and the practice continues to hold meaning for many cultures around the world.
- Article
Chemical highs and psychedelic research
Could recreational drugs make you happy? Kate Wilkinson explores why keen clubber Simon believes taking psychedelics has helped him develop as a person.
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NHS strikes and the decade of discontent
When the social unrest of the 1970s spread to the NHS, dissatisfied staff challenged the status quo for the first time in quarter of a century.
Catalogue
- Ephemera
Wellcome witnesses to twentieth century medicine. Vol. 42, History of British intensive care, c.1950-c.2000 / History of Modern Biomedicine Research Group.
Date: 2011- Ephemera
Wellcome witnesses to twentieth century medicine. Vol. 43, WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control / History of Modern Biomedicine Research Group.
Date: 2012- Ephemera
Wellcome witnesses to twentieth century medicine. Vol. 41, History of the National Survey of Sexual Attitudes and Lifestyles / History of Modern Biomedicine Research Group.
Date: 2011- Ephemera
Wellcome witnesses to twentieth century medicine. Vol. 44, History of the Avon longitudinal study of parents and children (ALSPAC), c.1980-2000 / History of Modern Biomedicine Research Group.
Date: 2012- Books
Genetics & health : compilation of edited interviews conducted by the History of Modern Biomedicine Research Group, Queen Mary University of London / edited by E M Tansey and A Zarros.
Date: 2017