‘Black Death’ killer identified as bacteria
Fleas on rats were suspected of carrying ‘Black Death’ to millions throughout Europe in the 14th Century, but the source of the actual killer has been much harder to track down.
Coming soon: 3D printed designer limbs
Fake limbs created with 3D printing technology could soon provide a cheap alternative to prosthetics — and they’re even dishwasher safe.
Marine census reveals 6,000 new ocean species
More than 6,000 new species living in the world’s oceans have been discovered and categorised in the first global census of marine life.
Scientists discover 200 new species in Papua New Guinea
A thumbnail-sized frog, a new genus of mouse and an orange spider are among the 200 new species that have been discovered or categorised for the first time in the mountain ranges of…
Video: Reservoir leak releases toxic sludge in Hungary
A tide of toxic sludge has poured over the Hungarian town of Ajka,160 kilometres south of the capital of Budapest, killing four people and injuring more than 120 others.
Genetically engineered silkworms spin stronger spider threads
If you cross a spider with a silkworm, you get stronger silk that could be used for bulletproof vests, athletic clothing and bandages.
Newly discovered exoplanet may be suitable for humans
Not too hot, not too cold”¦ the newly discovered exoplanet may be just right to support life.
Scientists uncover secret of sperm production
Sperm production is the result of specific chemical signals, a new study from scientists at the University of Queensland have found.
Map of moon’s craters to reveal early life of our solar system
Scientists have mapped over 5000 craters on the moon’s surface, which provide new clues to the planetary bombardment in our solar system 4 billion years ago.
Dolphin DNA collected from blowholes
The dolphins at the National Aquarium in Baltimore are exhaling on cue to provide scientists with samples of their DNA.
