Ailsa is a staff writer for How It Works magazine, where she writes science, technology, history, space and environment features. Based in the U.K., she graduated from the University of Stirling with a BA (Hons) journalism degree. Previously, Ailsa has written for Cardiff Times magazine, Psychology Now and numerous science bookazines. Ailsa's interest in the environment also lies outside of writing, as she has worked alongside Operation Wallacea conducting rainforest and ocean conservation research.
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Hamsters: Diet, habits & typesReference Hamsters are small rodents that are commonly kept as house pets.
By Alina Bradford Published
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C-Section: Procedure & recoveryReference A Caesarean section is a type of surgery used to deliver a baby through an incision in the mother's abdomen.
By Cari Nierenberg Published
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Rabbits: Habits, diet & other factsReference There are about 30 species of rabbits around the world. While their features and locations vary, they share many things in common.
By Alina Bradford Published
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Body after birth: 18 post-pregnancy changes to look out forReference Pregnancy transforms the body, and some of these changes remain after birth.
By Laura Geggel Published
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10 energy-saving life hacks: How to save on electricity bills & moreCountdown As energy prices soar, it can be difficult to keep control of your energy bills. These simple life hacks can help reduce your energy consumption and save money.
By Ailsa Harvey Published
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How do solar panels work?Reference Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity, providing an alternative, renewable energy source
By Michael Dhar Published
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7 Roman inventions: Incredible feats of ancient technologyReference For centuries the Roman Empire introduced new innovative technologies across the ancient world. Evidence of these Roman inventions and lessons still live on today.
By Ailsa Harvey Published
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What is friction?Reference Friction plays an important part in many everyday processes, such as converting the energy of motion into heat.
By Tia Ghose Published
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Male fertility: 10 tips for men trying to conceiveReference There are several things a man can do to increase the chances that he will get a woman pregnant.
By Cari Nierenberg Published
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What are Saturn's rings made of?Reference Saturn's rings have captured the attention of scientists for as long as they have been seen. Today, missions continue to teach us about these rocky rings.
By Ailsa Harvey Published
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Geoengineering: Can we control the weather?Reference Geoengineering is the use of technology to alter Earth's climate. This can take place on Earth or in space
By Ailsa Harvey Published
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Do indoor plants purify air?REFERENCE House plants have become incredibly popular in recent years, but do indoor plants purify air? And to what extent?
By Lawrie Jones Published
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Battle of the Alamo: Background, events and aftermathReference In the Battle of the Alamo, outnumbered Texan rebels defended against a Mexican army during the Texas Revolution
By Ailsa Harvey Published
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How do cuckoos trick other birds?Reference Rather than raising their own offspring, cuckoos have perfected the art of deception.
By Ailsa Harvey Published
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What's the world's longest bridge?Reference Explore the incredible engineering behind the longest bridges in the world
By Katharine Gammon Published
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Oranges: Nutrition, health benefits & risksIn addition to being a delicious snack, sweet, juicy oranges contain a multitude of nutrients.
By Jessie Szalay Published
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6 weird animals that evolution came up withThese creatures have evolved unique appearances, impressive superpowers, and some strange habits.
By Ailsa Harvey Published
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Robert Hooke: English scientist who discovered the cellRobert Hooke was the English polymath who discovered the building blocks of all life.
By Ailsa Harvey Published
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Amazing astrophotography: How some of the most iconic space images were capturedThese incredible space photos were taken using advanced techniques to reveal some of the wonders in the universe.
By Ailsa Harvey Published
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Could we build a real-life Jurassic Park?Advances in science could make it possible to bring the dinosaurs back to life.
By Ailsa Harvey Published

