The incredible floating atom, pop art placentas and psychedelic bubbles: EPSRC science photography awards
The top prize went to a remarkable image of a single, floating atom captured by an Oxford University student using a basic DSLR camera.
Mildly stressed fathers can damage the brain development of their children in the womb
The influence of a father's environment on the development of his child is not as well understood as that of a mother's.
Archaeologists have found a 7,000-year-old example of one of the world's earliest writing systems
Bulgarian researchers have found a well-preserved ceramic tile which features inscriptions of a set of symbols known as the Vinča signs.
Physicists have just created an entirely new form of light
The new findings could herald a revolution in the power of quantum computers, according to researchers.
Universal basic income: Giving people money does not make them lazy, Alaska study finds
Supporters of the idea say it could bring an end to poverty while simultaneously enhancing people's freedom.
Scientists have detected something 7 miles up in the atmosphere which no one can explain
Researchers from the NOAA unexpectedly detected a particle of enriched uranium floating above Alaska.
Nearly 100 new exoplanets have been discovered using Nasa's Kepler spacecraft in record haul
Thanks to Kepler, we now know that planets around other stars are the rule rather than the exception.
Having too much money can make you unhappy, study finds
When it comes to how much money an individual earns, there may be an optimal amount that will make you happy.
Scientists have observed the mysterious origins of the Northern Lights for the first time
Researchers have not been able to fully explain the physical processes that produce the colourful aurorae.
Women in more gender equal countries are less likely to study science and tech
This 'gender equality paradox' could be explained by a variety of social and economic factors, according to researchers.
This extraordinary photo shows a single atom captured using an ordinary camera
The image, taken by an Oxford University student, won first prize at a science photography contest conducted by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council.
Formation of the Earth's inner core is so baffling, scientists say it shouldn't exist
A new study, published in the journal Earth and Planetary Science Letters, contradicts the standard model of our planet's evolutionary history.
This is why humanity shouldn't open a message from aliens
"There is no compelling reason at all to assume benevolence, for example, that extraterrestrials are wise and kind due to their ancient civilisation's experience".
Scientists discover hundreds of amazing two-dimensional, one-atom thick materials
Their thinness makes them extremely promising for applications in electronics, among other fields, researchers say.
Psychologists reveal the key factors to reveal if your spouse will cheat on you
Surprisingly, individuals in couples with a satisfactory sex lives were more likely to cheat on their partners.
Nasa sending space submarine to explore Kraken Mare, the -184°C alien ocean on Titan
The ocean, named Kraken Mare, measures 400,000 sq km and is mainly composed of liquid methane at -184 degrees Celsius.
Global harming: Sustainability or quality of life but not both, study finds
An international team of researchers examined 151 nations around the world, finding that not a single one was operating in a sustainable manner.
Skeleton of infamous pirate 'Black Sam' may have been discovered
Sam Bellamy called himself the the 'Robin Hood of the Sea' and he captured more than 50 vessels, amassing a fortune worth around $120 million in today's money.
'Broken heart syndrome' is real, say researchers - but can it kill?
Symptoms of the condition initially appear similar to those of a heart attack, making it difficult to diagnose.
Oxfam prostitute scandal: Government reviewing all work with charity as boss denies cover-up
Fresh allegations emerge indicating that charity bosses failed to warn other aid agencies about the behaviour of certain staff members.
ISIS Beatles: How two young Londoners became part of the notoriously brutal cell
The foursome of British Isis fighters were dubbed 'The Beatles' by their captives due to their distinctive British accents.
This is the reason you are always late - according to science
Studies show certain personality traits lead to chronic lateness even when we are aware of the negative consequences.
The Mars-Scotland connection becomes crystal clear thanks to Nasa's Curiosity Rover
Coincidentally, the crystals were discovered at a site on the Red Planet called Jura – named after a small island off the country's west coast.
Plant-based and organic diets have significant benefits for the environment, study confirms
The research, which involved more than 34,000 people, is the first to examine the environmental impacts of both diet and farm production systems.
Could the sun save us from climate change? Our star may emit less heat by mid-century
Researchers say that a stellar event known as a grand minimum will likely take place in the near future, causing our star to give off less radiation.
'Super wood' created that is stronger than steel and can stop a speeding bullet
Specially treated planks are lightweight alternative to steel in construction, vehicles and bulletproof armour.
Walking evolved in ancient fish long before animals ever made it onto land
New research indicates that the biological systems that led to walking may have originated millions of years earlier than previously thought.
Mysterious sand mounds in Australia are Aboriginal burial sites dating back millennia
Many locals in Cape York peninsula thought mounds were of natural origin created by Australian brushturkeys.
Anxiety drug reverses binge-drinking effects on brain and could help treat alcoholics
Heavy drinking inhibits brain's ability to grow new cells but tandospirone shown to reboot process in mice.
Spending too much time in dimly lit rooms may damage your brain's ability learn
New research reveals how exposure to dim light over long periods can alter the structure of the brain.
