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James Watson’s The Double Helix: A Look at Its Enduring Legacy There’s a compelling case to be made for The Double Helix, a celebrated science memoir…
Many people believe that food becomes less enjoyable as we age. While age plays a role, various other factors contribute to this phenomenon. We are born…
Charlotte Robinson’s ‘Thriller Mars One’ Releases This Month Getty Images/iStockphoto Currently, I’m diving into the science fiction classic Red Mars by Kim Stanley Robinson as part…
Understanding Non-Newtonian Liquids in Plant-Based Milk Jack Andersen/Getty Images The intriguing physics behind plant-based milk reveals complexities that researchers are unraveling, aiming to create improved versions…
Holly is a dedicated staff writer for BBC Science Focus, where she expertly manages the well-loved Q&A section. She boasts an MSc (Special Award) in Earth…
“Richard Dawkins brilliantly made us think in terms of genes”: Rereading “The Selfish Gene” In 1976, Richard Dawkins published a groundbreaking book titled after the compelling…
Lightning Strikes at Agua Volcano, Guatemala Photo Credit: Mario Dalma Leon/Getty Images Physicists have unraveled the mystery behind volcanic lightning occurrence. Why do some particles become…
Extra dimensions allow for even more complex shapes Vitalij Chalupnik / Alamy and NASA, ESA, and K. Stapelfeldt (JPL) One of the most striking interviews of…
“Gentle yet unforgettable”: Under the Gaze of the Big Bird Many fictional narratives explore humanity’s struggle against extinction, predominantly painting a grim picture. However, In Front…
Rebecca Solnit’s New Book Release Credit: Trent Davis Bailey March in the Northern Hemisphere signals a perfect opportunity to soak in some vitamin D while dodging…
Discover the latest science fiction novel by Adrian Tchaikovsky Roberto Ricciuti/Getty Images March brings exciting new releases for science fiction enthusiasts. This month, we revisit Adrian…
At some point, many of us yearn to be perceived as cool. This pursuit significantly influences our purchases, fashion choices, hobbies, social circles, and even our…
Holly is a talented staff writer for BBC Science Focus, where she expertly manages the popular Q&A section. With an MSc (Special Award) in Earth Sciences…
At high altitudes, red blood cells act like “glucose sponges,” potentially aiding in the regulation of blood sugar levels. A recent study highlights this fascinating discovery,…
Cornflowers and Poppies: Once Regarded as ‘Nuisance Weeds’ Credit: Heather Drake/Alamy One prevalent myth in traditional gardening is that weeds thrive only in poor soil. The…
In “Vigil,” a dying oil tycoon is visited by a ghost. Libre/Getty Images Stay Up All NightGeorge Saunders, Bloomsbury While I’m generally not a fan of…
Impact of UK Spending Cuts on CERN’s Large Hadron Collider Traczyk, Piotr/CERN 2021-2024 British scientists are raising alarms over the potential “catastrophic” effects of impending budget…
Mars: The backdrop of two new science fiction novels launching in February dottedhippo/iStockphoto/Getty Images If you dream of traveling to Mars, an alternate 1939 London, or…
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If you’re looking to quit smoking, you’ve likely heard that transitioning to electronic cigarettes (vaping) can be a healthier alternative. According to a study by researchers…
Meet Holly, a dedicated staff writer at BBC Science Focus, where she expertly manages the engaging Q&A section. With an MSc (Special Award) in Earth Sciences…
A groundbreaking research team from the University of Wisconsin-Madison has successfully reverse-engineered a primitive nitrogen-fixing enzyme. This discovery sheds light on how life thrived before the…
The Senate has decisively rejected the Trump administration’s proposal to significantly slash funding for federal scientific agencies. On Thursday, the Senate voted 82-15 to allocate billions…
Megan Eaves-Egenes’ Nightfaring delves into our relationship with the night sky Shutterstock / danm12 In the northern hemisphere, January often feels like the longest, dullest month.…
Are asteroids or aliens in Van Jensen’s Godfall? Shutterstock / Vadim Sadovski Welcome to January, the perfect month to dive into a captivating book. Thanks to…
plainpicture/Michiru Nakayama Numerous scientific books are set to release throughout the coming year, and a vast selection awaits. After reviewing a multitude of catalogs from various…
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Watching the news can feel overwhelming, almost like the world is on the brink of collapse. Thankfully, science is bringing us the positive updates we’ve all…
What are the most bizarre science experiments ever conducted? While science typically progresses through systematic methods, some researchers employ innovative techniques to validate their hypotheses. Here…
The Infamous Saruman with His Palantir in ‘The Lord of the Rings’ Landmark Media/Alamy As we embark on the Gregorian New Year, it’s an ideal moment…
Elon Musk assisted the U.S. government in slashing science budgets Jason C. Andrew/Bloomberg via Getty Images One of the most iconic images of 2025 features billionaire…
In The Occupant, Abby (Ella Balinska) navigates the wilderness of Georgia. TCD/Prod.DB/Alamy Some concepts are so engaging and instinctual that it’s often better to quickly recycle…
Explorations of humankind’s ancient origins BBC/BBC Studios human (BBC iPlayer/NOVA) Ela Al Shamahi serves as the ideal guide through the journey of our ancestors. In human,…
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Netflix’s adaptation of The Electric State. Author Simon Stålenhag has a new book releasing this month.Netflix <p>December typically sees a slowdown in new publishing releases, and…
The late Ian M. Banks, renowned author of the Culture science fiction series Ray Charles Redman As an author of space operas set in unique universes,…
Holiday reading: A selection of this year’s most popular science books Hadinya/Getty Images The book’s cover vividly illustrates the challenge, with “positive” highlighted in a vivid…
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“We are not just composed of human cells and microorganisms, but fragments from others as well…” Lois Fordham/Millennium Images Hidden GuestsTranslated by Lise Barnoud and Bronwyn…
Claire North’s ‘Slow Gods’ tracks deep space pilots Shutterstock/Vadim Sadovski If you aim to stay updated on the fresh wave of science fiction hitting bookstores this…