
New treatment for animal cancer
A new software program could help veterinary oncologists target cancer cells more accurately.

Man-made noise affects plants and birds
The daily din we generate may have more of an effect on the environment than we originally thought.

Beating the height hangover
The over-the-counter solution that might help put an end to altitude sickness.

Tracking proteins provides an insight into brain diseases
Scientists can now track proteins that are behaving badly in cases of brain disease.

Giant and colossal squids have super-powerful eyes
Giant and colossal squids have soccer-ball-sized eyes that detect large moving objects at 120 metres.

Promiscuous queen bees produce healthier colonies
If you’re a queen bee, mating more than once means better genetic diversity and more bacteria.

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.