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Iris: Student-built robot rover on track to explore the Moon
A student-built rover is being prepared for a launch to the Moon later this year. …
Vaccine trial for killer elephant virus begins
Scientists are embarking on the first trial of a vaccine to shield elephants from a deadly…
Britain's cranes have most successful year since 1600s
Britain’s tallest bird is making a strong comeback with a record-breaking 72 pairs. Click…
Climate change: The science briefing that convinced Boris Johnson
The prime minister has called the presentation “very important’ – now we get to see it. …
Climate change: UK plants now flowering a month earlier
If flowers continue to appear earlier as the planet warms, there are risks for farming and…
Earth has more tree species than we thought
There are more tree species than previously thought but mostly in fast disappearing forests. …
Longleat welcomes first southern koala joey
The joey was born six months ago at Longleat safari park but has only recently started…
Anglia Ruskin scientist makes 'once-in-a-lifetime' insect find
Dr Alvin Helden was leading a student field trip in Uganda when he spotted the rare…
Australia scientists find 'spooky' spinning object in Milky Way
Australian scientists say the spinning object is unlike anything astronomers have seen before. Click…