Large hadron collider: A revamp that could revolutionise physics

The BBC gets an exclusive look at the upgraded machine helping to overhaul our understanding of…

Most protected areas do not benefit wildlife, study says

Simply designating an area as “for nature” does not mean it is beneficial for wildlife, researchers…

Sir David Attenborough named Champion of the Earth by UN

The broadcaster is recognised for his devotion to telling stories about the natural world. …

Climate change and farming driving insect decline

Combined pressures of global heating and farming can halve insect populations in some places – study. …

Scientists appeal to trace meteorite near Shrewsbury

The UK Fireball Alliance believes the space rock landed in Shropshire last week. Click…

'I felt more joy than I thought possible'

How it feels to treat your depression with a hallucinogenic drug. Click here for…

Climate change: Key UN finding widely misinterpreted

The latest IPCC guidance on when carbon emissions should peak has been misunderstood say scientists. …

Scientists map Caribbean coral reefs to tackle climate change

Scientists map coral reefs in the Caribbean to identify those most likely to survive climate change. …

Nasa scientists spy 'largest ever comet'

It’s 85 miles wide, which is larger than the US state of Rhode Island. And it’s…

Mutations across species reveal clues to ageing

“Staggering” findings from studying 16 mammals – including humans – sheds light on why we age. …