Alex Hughes
Alex is a staff writer at BBC Science Focus. He has worked for a number of brands covering technology and science with an interest in consumer tech, robotics, AI and the often generally wonderful and weird world of future technology.
Recent articles by Alex Hughes
Northern lights tonight: How to see stunning summer auroras
Whether you’re in the UK, US or the rest of the world, auroras be visible tonight.
Here are the new luxury (and very weird) doomsday bunkers built by billionaires
Super-expensive bunkers with flaming moats and 20 car garages.
Here's how narcissists' personalities change as they age
New research links narcissistic tendencies in childhood with changes as they get older.
Step aside, Futurama: Scientists build robot that's controlled by a brain in a jar
Living brain cells wired into a biocomputer could be the future of how robots learn to move.
Your fat could burn itself, say scientists in weight-loss breakthrough
Initial trials show promising potential for a future weight loss drug with fewer side effects and higher effectiveness.
Simple ways to calm your stressed dog this Independence Day, according to an expert
A canine psychologist shares top tip to soothe your anxious pooch when the fireworks start flying.
Simple ways to calm your stressed dog this Fourth of July, according to an expert
A canine psychologist shares top tip to soothe your anxious pooch when the fireworks start flying.
These foods promote longevity and wellbeing in your 70s, study finds
Physical health, cognitive functioning and mental health all saw an uptick in later life with the correct diet.
These ants can perform life-saving emergency surgery on each other, study finds
These particular ants from Florida are saving each other from infection with long, yet simple surgeries.
Satellites in orbit can now be hacked. Here's why that's really (really) bad
Storing GPS information, military secrets and banking data, satellites are a gold mine for hackers.
Bizarre alien activity could now be spotted by James Webb telescope
While greenhouse gases cause problems for our climate, they can also help us find aliens.
World War Moon: Here’s how a major lunar conflict could soon unfold
Does the Moon actually belong to anyone and if not, how do we go about splitting it up?
10-year-old finds incredibly rare remains of teenage T.rex
Nicknamed the 'Teen Rex', this fossil could give important insights into the life of this famous dinosaur.
Why you (and everyone else) could soon be wearing this 'third thumb'
A prosthetic thumb could help us all complete more tasks, multi-task and be all-round more efficient. But do we actually need them?
The great ‘only child’ myth: Why having no siblings will soon be a huge advantage
Stereotypes paint only children with a number of negative traits, but research points to a much more positive outcome.
Cognitive decline 12% less likely if you avoid ultra-processed foods, study suggests
Researchers found an association between ultra-processed foods and cognitive decline and strokes.
'Air protein' could soon become a key part of a healthy diet. Here's why
Why Solein, a strange new source of protein, could become the go-to food source in future.
More bad weather could cause earthquake ‘swarms’ globally, suggests new study
Recent research suggests that climate such as snow and rain could influence seismic activity.
Vaccine for eczema now possible, say scientists
By treating eczema-based flareups in children, a team of researchers from Trinity College aim to solve this common issue.
Simple ways to spot a liar, explained by a psychology professor
Lying is a daily part of life, but how can you identify the liars around you? A psychology professor outlines the top tips.
A new generation of smart ring is coming. Here’s why you should avoid it
Big tech companies are working on smart rings. But when smart watches and phones are so good, what’s the point of smart jewellery?
There’s a hidden irreversible deficiency in most plant-based diets. Here’s how to avoid it
Vitamin B12 is lacking in most plant-based diets and can cause serious symptoms if it isn’t dealt with.
The great multivitamin myth: Why the pills could be harming your immune system
There are plenty of companies claiming their vitamins can boost your immune system, but do you actually need them?
Instant Genius Podcast | How to keep your immune system healthy
The biggest myths about your immunity, debunked.