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What if there was a source of energy that could be accessed anywhere in the world to generate heating, cooling, or electricity – that was low cost, zero emissions, and always available?
Have you ever wondered what’s going on deep inside the Earth, 100’s km beneath your feet? This article looks at how geoscientists see inside our planet, cutting-edge research and what implications the Earth’s internal dynamics have for us
With lots of battery-powered vehicles on the roads, there are though, a few problems with batteries. If they could be used for longer, reused and recycled and made from less rare materials, their environmental and monetary cost to us would be less.
Comets are icy remnants from an ancient solar system, and the space age unlocked new possibilities to study them up close. What have we learnt?
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Maths is the language of logic and the tool of creativity. It is an essential and exciting field that connects other areas of science, technology, engineering, and arts.
No one would dispute that climate change is one of the biggest threats that we all face over the forthcoming generations, or would we?
Have you ever considered the importance of iron? I have – I’m interested in the iron contained in glacial sediments, and how this iron can help to feed the world’s ocean and lock away atmospheric CO2
Independent Filmmaker Andy Clark tells us how he wound up making films to change the world, and shares his advice on using your natural talents to follow your dreams.
Seaweed is causing havoc in our oceans. Together, scientists from Mexico and the UK are working hard to find inventive solutions to the seaweed which washes onto shores every summer in the Caribbean.
Learn about how biology lets you explore the wonders of nature and the secrets of life.
Find out what technologies are involved in producing vaccines and the future of vaccine development.
There is a lot of research on how smiling boosts your confidence, and makes you feel happy, confident and in control. Learn more about the science behind teeth.
Rocket design is vital to the success of a space mission. Read about how maths skills are critical to the process.
Every scientist is different, but all have similar goals to push the boundaries of science and uncover exciting evidence and solutions. Jess opens the door on her goal to uncover how the past can help provide solutions for the future.
Did you know that the last 10 visual effects (VFX) Oscars were won by companies that were founded in the UK? Or that your favourite Marvel superheroes were created here? Find out more in this article.
What can we do about a growing human population, increasing demand for food, a shrinking supply of resources, and perhaps most importantly the threat of climate change? Understanding plant biology and ecology is now more important than ever before.
Malaria is a life-threatening disease transmitted by Anopheles mosquitoes that affects millions of people worldwide. Here we provide an insight into global malaria importance and mosquito control, focusing on strategies based on genetic approaches.
Bacteria are tiny microorganisms that have amazing strategies to cause disease and survive in their environments. They need nutrients, the right amount of oxygen, light and temperature to survive but what happens when their environment changes?
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