Sara Rigby
Online staff writer, BBC Science Focus
Sara is the online staff writer at BBC Science Focus. She has an MPhys in mathematical physics and loves all things space, dinosaurs and dogs.
Recent articles by Sara Rigby
International Women's Day | 22 pioneering women in science you really should know about
We’ve all heard of the likes of Ada Lovelace, Rosalind Franklin and Marie Curie, but there are many more famous women in STEM that deserve your attention.
Why you're probably brushing your teeth wrong (and how to do it right)
Most people mistime when to use their brush and mouthwash.
8 (very very cute) facts about cats, according to science
Curiosity won't kill these cats.
Why do I fart so much? The science you never knew you wanted to know about flatulence
Where do farts come from, and what happens if you hold it in? Does everybody fart – and what about animals?
How the battle of the sexes left the duck with an awkwardly long, corkscrew-shaped penis
Both male and female ducks have evolved bizarre genitals.
7 of the best science audiobooks to listen to in 2024
The best science books to listen to on your commute.
Discover the best microscopes for kids in 2024
Encourage your kids' curiosity about the natural world with these microscopes designed with young science lovers in mind.
73 best science books you need to read in 2025
Our team has hand-picked the very best science books you should read in 2024.
5 of the best dinosaur books for adults and kids in 2024
We've put together a list of the best books on dinosaurs we think you should read in 2024.
What's the longest a cat can live for? Here are the world's oldest felines
What is the average lifespan for a cat – and who were the world's oldest cats?
A guide to mesh networks
What is a mesh network, and how can it help you improve your home's Wi-Fi connection?
The best Kindle and Kobo e-readers for 2024
Save money and space in your bag with one of these ebook readers.
7 best science board games 2024
Looking for some science board games to play?
Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid review: A good robot vacuum with some clear flaws
A good robot vacuum, if it will work in your house, but the mop does very little.
Roomba j7+ review: The little and often approach
While the Roomba j7+ isn't always the best around corners and tight spaces, it does a great overall job at keeping the house clean.
Steamery Cirrus No.3 Iron Steamer review: Can it keep my clothes looking sharp?
We tested the Cirrus No.3 Iron Steamer from Steamery – find out how it fared.
What a mysterious green sludge discovered in lava caves tells us about life on other planets
Researchers studying bacteria in Hawaii’s lava caves have discovered intricate communities working together in hostile surroundings.
How do I choose the best suncream?
A report from Which? found that several 'mineral' suncreams don't provide adequate protection from the Sun.
BBC Science Focus Crossword solution #380
Here is the solution to the BBC Science Focus Crossword from the Summer 2022 issue of BBC Science Focus.
New issue | Everything you ever wanted to know about the multiverse
We find out about the leading multiverse theories, and establish whether they could harbour an alternate version of you.
This air styler is (almost) as good as the Dyson Airwrap… at a fraction of the price
How do these two air stylers at opposite ends of the price spectrum stack up?
Revamp Progloss Airstyle 6-in-1 review: Straighten, curl and diffuse with one tool
We tested this affordable alternative to the Dyson Airwrap.
Instant Genius Podcast | The evolution of human childhood, with Dr Brenna Hassett
Archaeologist and anthropologist Brenna Hassett joins us on our podcasts, Instant Genius and Instant Genius Extra.
How to see James Webb Space Telescope's first images
NASA and ESA are due to release the very first images taken by JWST. Here's how you can see them as soon as they're released.