The prospect of a deep sea "gold rush" opening a controversial new frontier for mining on the ocean floor has moved a step closer.
A $15m computer that uses "quantum physics" effects to boost its speed is to be installed at a Nasa facility.
The raw power of the Sun as it unleashes radiation storms
Scientists are zeroing in on some of the genes that were crucial to the rewiring of canine brains in the transition from wolves to domesticated dogs.
Those of us looking out for the appearance of the UK's spring butterflies can finally enjoy their arrival, but weeks later than usual.
An Asian insect is destroying native species around the world by unleashing a lethal biological cocktail.
Thousands of infertile couples could benefit from a new IVF procedure that can dramatically improve the success rate of having a baby through artificial reproduction.
An asteroid nine times larger than the QE2 is due to sail past the Earth later this month.
Adventurers with a keen eye sight and loud vocal chords are being offered the chance to explore the Arctic with scientists, in a three week job contract as polar bear spotter.
Scientists get their hands dirty as they attempt to unravel the mystery of giant Ice Age beasts like the sabretooth cat.

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