Do we really need to drink two litres of water?
Researchers suggest our bodies need two litres of fluid per day, rather than two litres of water specifically.
Octopus focus on key features for camouflage
Effective camouflage technique give octopi an evolutionary advantage.
Arachnophobia cured within three hours
Brain scans show long-term effects of therapy to reduce fears.
Paralysed patients control robotic arm with their minds
Technology provides hope for paralysed patients to lead more independent lives.
Colour variation speeds up evolution
Decades of data gathered by bird watchers and geneticists have helped confirm a 60-year-old theory of evolution.
Does cutlery affect the flavour of food?
Some food for thought when preparing your next dinner party.
Silk: the future of engineering
Silkworm cocoon inspires new technology for lightweight armour and cars.
Could eating chocolate kill your dog?
Dogs and chocolate have generally been labelled as a bad combination, however the amount of chocolate needed to cause serious effects in canines may surprise dog owners.
