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What the complicated social lives of wasps can teach us about the evolution of animal societies
It’s spring in England. The daffodils are in full bloom
What can’t bees do? Unique study of urban beehives reveals the secrets of several cities around the world
Bees provide myriad benefits to humanity, including pollination services, honey...
Education might not save you from cognitive decline – new study
Take a look at any list of risk factors for cognitive decline and you’re bound to...
Bird-brained? Climate change may affect intelligence in birds
Large brains are a hallmark of human evolution. Brains allow us to make sense of...
COVID testing led to new techniques of disease diagnosis: progress mustn’t stop now
In March 2020, weeks before the World Health Organization (WHO) declared COVID-19...
Marsupials and other mammals separately evolved flight many times, and we are finally learning how
Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you’ll land on the next tree. Many groups...
Four volcanic hotspots in the Solar System
Evidence for current volcanic activity on the planet Venus has recently made the...
Researchers turned superglue into a recyclable, cheap, oil-free plastic alternative
Our team used superglue as a starting material to develop a low-cost, recyclable...
Ballet dancers in sensor suits: new research explores how dance is used as a form of communication
Audio guides, maps, traditional and interactive texts help people attending art...
Air pollution can increase the risk of COVID infection and severe disease – a roundup of what we know
The early part of the COVID pandemic led to a significant reduction in air pollution...
Wars in cities: three rules for protecting the built environment during conflict
During the course of wars, the infrastructure of cities faces destruction. Fighting,...
New discovery: fossilised giant zebra tracks found in South Africa
Tens of thousands of years ago, a huge horse species walked, trotted and galloped...
The camera never lies? Our research found CCTV isn’t always dependable when it comes to murder investigations
As a victim or suspect of a crime, or witness to an offence, you may find your actions,...
Water in space – a ‘Goldilocks’ star reveals previously hidden step in how water gets to planets like Earth
Without water, life on Earth could not exist as it does today. Understanding the...
Milestone developments at four years old help children tell lies, play hide-and-seek and read maps
At the age of about four, children reach important milestones in brain development
Australia’s extinct giant eagle was big enough to snatch koalas from trees
The year is 1959. Speleologists descend a 17-metre shaft to explore the depths of...