Meridian Science

Samples were taken from two Neanderthals, dating back about 95,000 years, and from a more recent human who lived about 13,000 years ago.

The Isle of Wight has been identified as a location where people are at risk from liver disease so has been part of a study to raise awareness about the issue.

Dr Maria Maiarù aims to uncover the mechanisms by which psilocybin, the psychedelic drug found in magic mushrooms, may help alleviate or treat pain.