Warm winds in autumn could strain Antarctica’s Larsen C ice shelf

The Antarctic Peninsula is the northernmost part of Earth's coldest continent, making it particularly vulnerable to…

First black hole picture: The big mysteries we still need to solve

We finally have the first real image of a black hole, so researchers can begin studying…

First black hole picture: The big mysteries we still need to solve

We finally have the first real image of a black hole, so researchers can begin studying…

First black hole picture: The big mysteries we still need to solve

We finally have the first real image of a black hole, so researchers can begin studying…

Universal standards of care to Ebola virus disease

Medical researchers are calling for universal standards of care to be applied in relation to Ebola…

Reproduction: How male flies enforce their interests

During mating, both males and females sometimes evolve creative strategies to pursue their interests. Researchers have…

Biosynthesis of widespread pigments from bacteria revealed

Bacteria can protect themselves from the attack of free radicals using specific natural products in their…

Chronic diseases restrict the mobility of older people — often unconsciously

Chronic diseases are a key factor limiting the mobility of older people. Usually individuals are conscious…

Child vaccination levels falling short in large parts of Africa

A study shows that several low- and middle-income countries, especially in Africa, need more effective child…

Driving a wedge into historic gaps of climate science

Evidence of historic marine life present in Alaskan permafrost is helping scientists reconstruct ancient changes in…