Brain Food

The books, TV shows, films, radio, events and games bringing science to life.

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26 of the best AR and VR apps and games for iOS and Android

10 excellent BBC podcasts to boost your brain on the bus © Getty Images

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Science podcasts 11 excellent BBC podcasts to boost your brain

The science of happiness: six books to brighten up your January © Getty Images

Mental health Seven books to celebrate International Day of Happiness

Wellcome Book Prize 2019 longlist announced © Steven Pocock

Wellcome Book Prize 2019 longlist announced

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What to spot in this year’s Big Garden Birdwatch

16 of the best science books from 2018

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16 of the best science books from 2018

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Are you smart enough to be an ISS astronaut?

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WIN a copy of the new comedy DVD You Can’t Polish a Nerd

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Quiz Can you solve these deviously difficult Stephen Hawking-inspired questions?

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What’s on at the British Science Festival 2018

Best iPhone and iPad science apps

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10 of the best iPad and iPhone science apps

Five recipe books to tantalise your scientific senses © Getty Images

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Five recipe books to tantalise your scientific senses

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Five programmes to watch on iPlayer instead of the World Cup

Six fantastic 2018 festivals for science lovers © Getty Images

Everyday science

Six fantastic 2018 festivals for science lovers