Abcodia’s serum biobank

Here is my latest video showing Abcodia’s biobank, and explaining how its serum collection can for used in the research and development of molecular diagnostics. Abcodia’s CEO Dr Julie Barnes and Prof Ian Jacobs , non-executive director with Abcodia and the...
Twinings – bring back the old Earl Grey

Twinings – bring back the old Earl Grey

I have just joined a new Facebook group urging Twinings to ditch its new wishy washy Earl Grey tea and reinstate its original aromatic recipe loved my millions around the world. The new version is weak and tasteless, like perfumed dishwater. It lacks substance and...
Howard Jacobson and bloggers

Howard Jacobson and bloggers

I am flattered to have my blog praised on the new Dale & Co political website run by Iain Dale. A post written by guest writer Martin Thompson questioned the scathing attack on bloggers made by the 2010 Man Booker prize winner Howard Jacobson. This is what Mark...
Why is Westminster still not family friendly?

Why is Westminster still not family friendly?

I wonder who the woman MP was who Andy Burnham saw strolling across Westminster Bridge 10.30pm one night with her baby in a buggy, having just finished work. For anyone who thinks MPs have an easy time, this is the reality for those with young families who are...
Walking for health Jim’s way

Walking for health Jim’s way

I have spent the summer working on a genome campus with no free time for my regular walks, but now I really must get into shape for my weekend away with the Cambridge Rambling Club next month to the South Downs. I expect the undulating landscape there to be much more...