Nature - Science Illustrated

Uncovering the secrets of the deep ocean

After six years of research and preparation, James Cameron and his crew are ready to take a plunge into the Earth’s final frontier.

Witchweeds and smoke-responsive species have taken advantage of chemical signals, but not for the same reasons.

A common North American frog is identified as the carrier of the deadly chytridiomycosis.

Not all animals have a functioning sweet taste receptor.

The gorilla genome has given scientists an insight into human evolution.

An ancient plant may have been carried to Palm Valley by humans.

This foram survived a mass extinction event, only to disappear nine million years later.

This super strong, stretchy fibre is capable of much more than just catching flies.

Forget botox injections and age-defying creams, a species of flatworm may hold the key to looking young forever.

Dense hair and metallic colourations give a jewel-like appearance to the always-deathly spider fly.