What do gorillas and humans have in common?
The gorilla genome has given scientists an insight into human evolution.
Spider silk: a new superconductor
This super strong, stretchy fibre is capable of much more than just catching flies.
Immortal worms defy aging
Forget botox injections and age-defying creams, a species of flatworm may hold the key to looking young forever.
Sleeping beauty
Dense hair and metallic colourations give a jewel-like appearance to the always-deathly spider fly.
Which animal’s DNA differs the most from human DNA?
Making a genetic comparison between species is almost impossible.
Tyrannosaurus rex’s killer smile
Scientists have examined T. rex’s dangerous dentures and powerful bite.
First complete look at a prehistoric penguin
A giant penguin fossil from New Zealand has been reconstructed after 35 years.
How the tiger got its stripes
British mathematician’s 60-year-old theory of how biological patterns are formed finally proven.
