‘Zombie’ cell elimination offers Alzheimer’s treatment hope
Eliminating so-called “zombie” cells in the brain has been shown to reduce cognitive decline in mice.
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Jellyfish robots could be ‘guardians of the oceans’
Soft robot jellyfish that can swim through openings narrower than their bodies could be used to monitor fragile coral reefs, say scientists.
Shrinking played key role in evolution of mammals, researchers conclude
Sometimes the best things come in small packages – and this appears to be true for mammals, according to new research.
Britain formed by merging of three continents rather than two, researchers say
Britain was formed by the collision of three ancient continents, new research suggests.
Fossilised plastic could be around for 10 million years
Fossilised plastic preserved in rocks will remain as a stark reminder of our polluting age for millions of years to come, an expert has said.
Search on to find homes for Isaac Newton’s space seed saplings
New homes are being sought for eight apple tree saplings grown from seeds blasted into space with British astronaut Tim Peake.
Cutting-edge electron microscope revealed as structural biology centre opens
A “world-class” £5 million structural biology centre housing a cutting-edge electron microscope has opened in Glasgow.
Patients with healthcare associated infections feel like lepers, study finds
Many patients with healthcare associated infections (HAIs) like MRSA have reported feeling “like a leper” or “dirty” after being diagnosed, according to a new study.
Plastic rubbish turtle making waves at science festival
A giant turtle made from discarded plastic trash will greet visitors to the British Science Festival this week.
Early results boost hopes for historic gene editing attempt
Early results from a historic gene editing study have shown encouraging signs that the treatment may be safe, and could achieve at least some of its hoped-for effects.
Study of fossil teeth sheds light on Jurassic marine reptiles
A study of fossilised teeth has shed new light on how reptiles adapted to changing seas more than 150 million years ago.
This museum’s science demonstration was way more dramatic than intended
As science experiments go, this was one of the more spectacular.
Golden eagle genome map could help bird’s conservation
Scientists have fully mapped out the genetic codes of the golden eagle in a development they believe will help efforts to protect and monitor the species.
‘Shocking’ amount of fruit and veg wasted, researchers say
More than a third of farmed fruit and vegetables never makes it on to shop shelves because it is misshapen or the wrong size, according to research.
This time-lapse of the Perseid meteor shower looks almost too magical to be real
Kenneth Brandon from southern California filmed a stunning time-lapse of the famous Perseid meteor shower that has to be seen to be believed.
Want to improve your memory? This illustrated video will help
Whether it be passwords, addresses or exam knowledge, we all struggle to remember things from time to time.
How to keep the kids entertained with simple science: 4 easy projects from TheDadLab
The summer holidays can seem like a lifetime as parents struggle to keep younger children entertained.
New pesticide could pose danger to bumblebee colonies
A newly developed pesticide that could soon be introduced in the UK poses a serious threat to bumblebees, research suggests.
AI system as good as top experts at identifying eye disease
An artificially intelligent (AI) programme “trained” with data from thousands of NHS patients can spot key signs of eye disease as well as the world’s top experts, a study has shown.
We need to take climate change very seriously, warns astronaut Tim Peake
Astronaut Major Tim Peake has said it is too early to tell whether this summer’s heatwave is part of a global trend towards warming temperatures or a one-off.
Aberdeen’s TechFest celebrates 25th anniversary
A science and technology festival which has inspired hundreds of thousands of youngsters for 25 years is poised to return to Aberdeen.
Gene discovered that helps foxes become tame
A “tameness gene” has been discovered by scientists studying affectionate foxes.
These responses to a bored scientist’s animal tweet will educate and astound you
Social media is a useful place for all number of things, especially learning new things from interesting people.
Scientists map a billion brain links to shed light on disease
Scientists have created a map of more than a billion brain cell connections, paving the way for greater understanding of how memories develop.
Planet 1,400 light years away most likely to support life, say scientists
A “super-Earth” 1,400 light years away has emerged as the exoplanet most likely of any known to support alien life.
Sea corals team up to catch and eat stinging jellyfish
Corals work together to catch and eat stinging jellyfish, a study has found.
10 places you should have been to see the blood moon in all its glory
Those in the UK hoping to catch a glimpse of the blood moon had their plans scuppered by cloudy weather, so where should you have been to witness the event?
Apollo Gala celebrates 50th anniversary of first moon landing
Former Nasa astronaut Buzz Aldrin was noticeably absent from a gala kicking off a year-long celebration of the 50-year anniversary of the first moon landing, even though his space education foundation is a sponsor and he is usually the star attraction.
Robot chemist discovers new molecules and reactions
Scientists have created a robot chemist which could revolutionise the way molecules are discovered.
Robot chemist discovers new molecules and reactions
Scientists have created a robot chemist which could revolutionise the way molecules are discovered.