On sale date: 10th January 2013
Issue: 251
Wonders of Life
As Brian Cox's new BBC series hits our screens, we look at how our senses evolved.
PLUS, Brian describes his close encounter with 'alien' intelligence
Sir Patrick Moore
Looking back at the astronomer's greatest achievements
How Dinosaurs Conquered the World
The untold story of how they rose to dominance
Playing With Fire
One man's death-defying mission to the heart of an active volcano
Measuring Machines
Recording the cosmos one atom at a time
Nobody's Perfect
Why to err reallyishuman
Helen Czerski
The BBC presenter begins her brand new column
Plus
How Do We Know:How the continents formed?
Discoveries:The first dinosaur?
MegaPixel:Awe-inspiring images from the world of science
Q&A:Do ants have feelings?
To Do List:The Genius of Inventionon BBC Two
Tech Hub:The robo-doctor that could save your life
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