Why scientists are worried about de-extinction of species

Apr 25, 2025 | Science

The creation of three “dire wolf” pups has raised hopes that it may be possible to resurrect extinct animals. But some scientists have grave concerns.

Telescope finds promising hints of life on distant planet

Apr 17, 2025 | Science

Scientists have found new but tentative evidence that a world orbiting another star may be home to life. A Cambridge team studying the atmosphere of a planet called K2-18b has detected signs of molecules that on Earth are only produced by simple organisms.

Hawaiian island’s ‘freakosystems’ are a warning from the future

Apr 4, 2025 | Science

Ecosystems that have never been seen before are being accidentally created by humans. They offer a stark look into the nature of tomorrow.

‘Bonobo genius’ Kanzi dies at 44

Mar 20, 2025 | News, Science

The bonobo Kanzi, who learned to make stone tools, play Minecraft, and communicate using lexigrams, has died.

Mine copper without destroying the planet?

Mar 2, 2025 | Science

Experts hope research can create greener methods of extracting the metal vital for the renewable energy revolution and the boom in electrical devices.

How beer sludge is being turned into vegan milk and leather

Feb 7, 2025 | Science

Scientists and industry are finding unusual new uses for brewers’ spent grain – the beer industry’s largest waste product.