Why is everyone talking about the Higgs boson?
Tonight scientists at the CERN research centre will release a press statement explaining whether or not they have found the Higgs boson. Although most of us are not too familiar with this hypothetical…
Meet RightingBot, the lizard inspired robot
A lizard-inspired robot has been developed; it has the ability to always land right side up.
Elephantnose fish don’t just have unusual noses
Scientists have found that elephantnose fish have excellent vision due to the unique structure of their retina.
Male peacocks, not just a pretty display
When male peacocks display their feathery plumage they are also having infrasonic conversations.
Tapping into the unconscious brain
Neuroscientists have developed an unconventional method of communicating with vegetative patients.
Were Neanderthals the earliest cave artists?
An improved dating method has revealed that cave paintings in Spain are older than previously thought.
