Science

Discarded cigs could hold the key to keeping cities cool and clean.

Solar PV outstripped coal as the leading source of new electricity generation worldwide last year.

Advances in neuroscience means moral questions have to be asked.

Expects urge you to beware of counterfeit, unverified solar filter glasses being sold online.

The future is bright as startup turns living plants into lamps

Revolutionary wonder material could lead to bulletproof-clothing and artificial body parts.

Nasa has released stunning Ultra HD footage of Europe seen from the ISS.

Ambitious project proposed to help alleviate growing population problem.

Asimov's Laws won't stop robots harming humans so we've developed a better solution.

Mary Lou Jepsen wants to create a wooly ski hat containing a miniature MRI machine.

It's not so romantic.

Electrochemical-powered autonomous potato can drive and steer itself.

First-of-its-kind technique is breakthrough for mass producing super-strong graphene.

Futuristic handheld device that 'scans' for disease is edging closer to reality.

Method produces 'photographic quality images' of faces, Bradford uni experts said.

New research suggests that the emotion rollercoaster we go through before death is more positive.

Ambrosia offering controversial transfusions that claim to reduce risk of disease and cancer.

They're made from algae and tea bags – and will be on sale in the US within a year

The medical journalist and host has suffered from insomnia for years.

A study shows it's better to wear a poker face if you want to look younger.

Scientists have revealed the news we all wanted to hear.

Protesters fear election of Trump and 'post-truth era' are undermining scientific advances.

Analysis of DNA sequences is further refining our understanding of human history.

Shedding is totally normal – even if it looks weird.

Prototype uses electrodes to measure movements in the ear canal when using different facial expressions.

No case is too challenging for Derrick Campana.

Popular scientist slams proposals to cut funding for education, science, and the environment.

Robotic submarine to map movement of deep waters in abyss that plays a critical role in regulating Earth's climate.

The recently-discovered system has a very Belgian connection.

Uncover why crustaceans are named after David Hasselhoff in seven-part series airing on BBC One later in year.