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After all, how would a Tyrannosaurus Rex put on a facemask?

Nicolaus Copernicus gets all the credit, but he certainly wasn't the first.

We talk to psychology professor Pete Etchells about whether certain game mechanics might be encouraging gambling behaviour away from the TV.

Researchers are using gene-editing technology to transform toxic vegetation into new foods.

What would you do with super powers? We talk to super hero scientist Barry W. Fitzgerald about his love for super heroes, the future of human genetics and...

Nov 6, 2025 - Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic are being heralded as 'miracles'. But what do they really do to your body? A new study may reveal new answers.

As computer security improves hacking should be getting more difficult.

New theory suggests LIGO-Virgo discovered gravitational waves came from mysterious black holes during the Big Bang.

The insect was detected in Guanajuato, Mexico, where it was found to parasitise the eggs of an invasive stink bug.

Italian scientists have come up with a foolproof method to make a smooth, creamy pasta sauce with no cheesy lumps.

It might be worth slapping on a bit of sun cream, even if you're pottering around the house.

Science in 2024 will see cutting-edge advances in everything from AI to health and space exploration. Here's what we have in our diary.

Up to half of all cases of childhood asthma cases in Barcelona could be prevented by adhering to air pollution limits, a study has found.

The mystery behind KIC 8462852 deepens after dramatic drop in brightness.

Different colours can affect how you feel, so it's worth paying attention to the function of the room when deciding on paint schemes.

Transcript of Radio 4’s Inside Science piece on the Big Compost Experiment with Mark Miodownik and Danielle Purkiss

A new cure for migraine may have been found, but it only works for some people. Here's how to tell if you're one of them.

The biggest city in the world by population is Tokyo, Japan, with a total population of 37 million people.

When is the next full Moon? Read on to find out the best lunar events happening in 2021, from blood moons to the wolf moon.

Teach your kids to tell the time and stay on top of their activity with our pick of the best smart watches.

Focus readers have named Italian polymath Leonardo da Vinci as the brightest mind of all time.

A team of physicists, philosophers and biologists have come up with a list of organisms that could withstand the harsh conditions of interstellar space, and...

As you dutifully brush your teeth morning and night, your toothbrush stand leaks heat.

Catch up on your favourite BBC radio show from your favourite DJ right here, whenever you like. Listen without limits with BBC Sounds.

Use the power of science to make this Christmas the best ever.

Nov 27, 2025 - Bytes don't have any calories, nor do they spread diseases, but your internet speed does seem to be associated with your health

Researchers said a vehicle-generated early warning system that alerts drivers is feasible within the next few years using 5G.

The discovery of cooked crab shells in a Lisbon cave is further evidence that the early hominids had a sophisticated culture.

Which dogs live the longest? Researchers pored over half a million dogs' worth of data to find out. Here are the results.

Despite centuries of endless theorising, the mechanism behind the Northern Lights, otherwise known as the Aurora Borealis, is yet to be fully understood.

Dec 21, 2025 - The latest science news, future tech, and wonders of the natural world from the UK's no.1 science and technology monthly magazine (formerly BBC Focus).

We speak to Bill Bryson, OBE, about his latest book uncovering the biological mechanisms hidden underneath our skin.

Hate finding presents for people? Why not draw inspiration from nature and gift your friends with rocks, cyanide or a castle made out of sperm with the animal...

A tiny dose of peanut protein under the tongue can offer safe and substantial protection against the allergy, scientists say.

Is positive affirming really a way to make your dreams come true?

Not everybody wants to grow old gracefully, but if you are trying to hold back time, it's a good idea to know why it's happening.

Cats take a unique approach to small spaces, even if they shouldn't really fit

The predator was unusually big for its time.

Here's what researchers have learned about the size and weight of tyrannosaur embryo fossils.

University of Plymouth researchers compared six fibre-catching devices used in washing machines.

The BBC has announced three new history and science titles - D-Day: The Unheard Tapes, Human and Artemis: A Horizon Special - which aim to take viewers on eye-o

The findings could pave the way for early detection and optimisation of cancer treatments.

Around 50% of human males will be afflicted with pattern hair loss by the time they are 50 years old.

Solids, liquids... gas? It is all a bit of a conundrum!

The process by which human language evolved is largely unknown. However, language is thought to have evolved independently many times over.

The world's largest digital camera ever built has been completed. But can it help solve some of the Universe's biggest mysteries?

Sometimes we need to bend the truth to get what we want.

Lichen are composite organisms, and for the lichen to reproduce, both of these components must come together.

Dec 18, 2025 - Swapping cute animal pictures and videos on social networks allows people to maintain and strengthen their relationships

The vocal cords of these singing sea creatures are much more complex than our own, so how do some make whale song?

Most people in the world speak more than one language, suggesting the human brain evolved to work in multiple tongues. If so, asks Gaia Vince, are those who...

Tiny zaps of electricity may have provided the energy to form life as we know it.

Maybe it didn't exactly go bang, but here's a theory...

Blame it on your hormones all you like, although they play a part in taking you to lovey-dovey town, there are also non-chemical factors involved in whether we...

Dopamine dressing may one of the hottest TikTok trends, but is there any science to it?

The Royal Institution Christmas Lectures have taught us many things throughout its near 200-year history, and none more so than the mysteries of the mind.

Get set for a planetary parade when Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn will sequentially align for the first time in 18 years.

For good or bad, a kid's toy with artificial intelligence (and killer dance moves) probably won't be possible anytime soon.

The kit, named CovidNudge, can give results without sending samples to a laboratory.

Ever wanted to build a humongous human pyramid? Well now you can perfect your technique thanks to a team of physics students in the UK.

Experts hope the findings could help optimise treatment with immunotherapy and other drugs such as chemotherapy.

Bees are widespread, varied, and, most importantly, critical to our ecosystem. Take a look at five fascinating facts about our fuzzy, flying friends.

An enthusiast on social media spotted a puzzling collision mystery in space. Here's how a team of international astronomers solved it.

Mathematician Marcus du Sautoy reveals the seven best books to help you think smarter and make mathematically better decisions.

Wind and solar sources have become clean energy champions. But can humans harness lightning in the same way?

Nov 26, 2025 - The hunt for the Universe’s most enigmatic material may be over

What do you call a sleeping dinosaur? A Dino-snore. Zzzz...

Could a vegan diet be better for the environment, or should we keep tucking into burgers?

Noticed fewer creepy crawlies in your back yard this spring? It's not just you: insects across the globe may be dying out. Here's why.

From microneedles to minoxidil, here's everything you need to know about. what could actually cure your baldness.

This sailplane will fly at an altitude of over 27,000m (90,000ft) to study weather patterns, climate change and the ozone.

Five-a-day may be catchy, but according to health experts, it's not always the best for our diet.

Where, when and how to see the most shooting stars in the night sky this December, according to an astronomy lecturer

Science explains why certain doggos are more at risk of becoming loveable loaves.

Just like a giant episode of Gogglebox, UK television viewing figures are calculated by watching the watchers.

It was 100 years ago that Einstein predicted the existence of gravitational waves. Are we just about to prove it?

The UK has been subject to strict social distancing measures for more than three weeks, with experts due to review these in the coming days.

Galleries would have you believe that a camera flash damages paintings.

New research suggests that 'Goldilocks zones', where planets could have the perfect conditions for life, could exist near supermassive black holes.

The age-old riddle has finally been settled.

2022 is set to be a big year for space science and exploration. These are some of the most exciting missions to look out for over the coming year.

Refrigerator companies must be pretty grateful for this bit of biochemistry.

Looking for some science board games to play?

The finding helps to understand how supermassive black holes formed and grew to their enormous sizes so quickly, researchers say.

Nov 6, 2025 - Reducing working hours to a four day week – without cutting performance or pay – could improve working conditions and boost wellbeing.

Think of this like a menu for a long, healthy and happy life

Banking sleep will protect you for one all-nighter, but no more than that.

And here we were thinking Pluto was hiding out somewhere near the edge of the Solar System!

Top tips for observing tricks of the light on the Moon throughout the end of February and March from astronomer and presenter Pete Lawrence.

Nov 6, 2025 - An eery yet somehow adorable chirping sound has been detected in space. Here's what the 'chorus waves' are.

The European plane-maker claimed the hydrogen-fuelled aircraft could enter service by 2035.

Oct 30, 2025 - Haunted houses seem unexplainable but like everything else out there, science has some answers to this mysery.

Geothermal energy currently supplies 1 per cent of US energy. New research suggests this could be as much as 10 per cent.