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‘Your brain isn’t fully formed until you’re 25’: A neuroscientist demolishes the greatest mind myth
Sometimes age really is just a number.
’Forever chemicals’ are now in half of your fruits and vegetables. Here’s what that means
Some groups are calling for the ban of pesticides that contain non-biodegradable chemicals.
We could soon detect (and treat) dementia decades in advance. Here’s how
A new innovative blood test could diagnose the syndrome much earlier than previously thought possible.
New anti-obesity drugs are game-changing but we need to tackle the root cause
Progress in medication is starting to make a huge impact but we still need to look at the root cause
6 ‘healthy’ foods you may not realise are ultra-processed
A nutrition scientist explains the health effects of some commonly misunderstood products.
Ebikes could soon have double the power. Can we expect more fires?
With fires increasing at an alarming pace, will bumping up the power of batteries make them more dangerous?
The hidden crisis in women’s bone health – and how to protect yours
There are now three osteoporosis fractures a second worldwide.
How a solar eclipse revealed the warping of spacetime and opened a new window into the Universe
Since its effects were proven more than a century ago, scientists have used gravitational lensing to uncover many of the Universe's mysteries.
The psychology of why we trust what people say, even when they contradict the facts
When it comes to presenting information, a friendly face can make all of the difference.
This bizarre quantum theory could finally explain how our Universe began
Welcome to the weird and wonderful world of the 'inflation field'.
A social media ban for children would actually solve nothing. Here’s why
COMMENT | Politicians are claiming social media apps are causing irreparable harm to our young. The science, however, says otherwise.
If we want to beat plastic pollution, recycling will never be enough
OPINION | Photographs of hermit crabs using discarded bottle caps as shells highlights the extent of the global plastic pollution problem.
Is all sporting success down to genetics alone? A scientist explains
Does having sporty parents mean we are more likely to excel at sports?
Digital healthcare is putting the most vulnerable at risk. Here’s how we can fix that
The elderly, ethnic minorities and those on low incomes are finding essential care increasingly difficult to access.
How bacteria and self-healing roads could soon fix the UK’s 750,000 potholes
Climate change is playing havoc with the UK’s road network. Now is the time to invest in innovative solutions.
Tongue scraping could lead to fresher breath, science says. Here’s how to do it properly
Adherents of the practice claim that it can be effective in removing odour-causing bacteria.
Morning sickness cure: Inside the breakthrough that could soon end pregnancy nausea
Scientists have made a key discovery that could unravel the mystery of morning sickness.
Earth is being bombarded by mysterious bursts of intergalactic radio waves. And it has scientists puzzled
Fast radio bursts originating from beyond the galaxy were first detected almost 20 years ago.
Your brain is hard-wired to avoid exercise. Here's why
We all know that working out makes us feel better. So why is it so hard?
Tinkering with nature: Billions of engineered mosquitos are getting released into the wild to fight disease
The World Mosquito Project wants to eradicate dengue fever by infecting female mosquitoes with Wolbachia bacteria.
COVID inquiry: Did lockdown and masks actually work? A professor explains
Social distancing, PPE, self-isolation... how effective was the UK’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic? Prof Paul Hunter gives his verdict.
This headset will let you control your dreams, Inception-style. Here’s what to know before you lose track of reality
A US start-up is working on a headband designed to induce lucid dreams. But will it work and is it safe to use?
Why new climate breakthroughs mean you should have (some) hope in 2024
Forget the disheartening headlines, 2023 has seen stories of true hope for the planet's future.
Physics, AI and music all share a common thread. You just have to look closely enough
Studying science can lead you in many directions and open many doors.