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Genome pioneer Craig Venter dies: here’s how he transformed science
Nature, Published online: 30 April 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-01226-zVenter redrew the boundaries of biology — sequencing DNA at unprecedented speed, engineering synthetic life and charting ocean microbes.
Long-lived immune cells show promise against cancer in world-first trial
Nature, Published online: 30 April 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-01398-8Blood cancer goes into remission for some people treated with a type of T cell that acts like stem …
‘Make Pluto a planet again’? NASA chief revives debate that divides astronomers
Nature, Published online: 30 April 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-01421-yResearchers respond to NASA head’s claim to be ready to “escalate” the issue of whether Pluto is a planet.
Wild-meat consumption estimated across Central Africa
Nature, Published online: 30 April 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-01306-0A regional analysis brought together data on wild-animal consumption by more than 12,000 households, to investigate trends and drivers …
An electrifying test to find a good coffee
Nature, Published online: 30 April 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-01289-yTechnique determines roast level and strength by applying voltage to the brew.
Our verdict on Red Mars: Mostly great, with a few quibbles
The New Scientist Book Club read Kim Stanley Robinson's acclaimed science fiction story about the first settlers on Mars in April – and had a …
Thought-provoking photographs capture what it feels like to have ADHD
These unusual images were created by visual artist Daniel Regan by submerging Polaroid photographs in his ADHD medication, to represent his experiences with the condition …
What to read this week: The 21st Century Brain by Hannah Critchlow
Our brains need to adapt quickly to meet the challenges of our digital world, but a rigorous new book by a neuroscientist brings hope that …
Ann Leckie continues to shine with new sci-fi novel Radiant Star
Set on a planet whose population lives underground, Radiant Star is Ann Leckie's latest Radch-universe novel. Its rich characterisation and meticulous world-building shine through, says …
Is an AI version of Mark Zuckerberg – or any boss – …
Feedback has learned that, according to reports, Meta is building an AI version of Mark Zuckerberg to interact with staff. Feedback hopes this doesn't become …
Simple treatment tweak drastically reduces blood loss from severe cuts
A procedure that could be done in half an hour, and prepared ahead of time, could seriously reduce blood loss from severe wounds, such as …
Weird 'transdimensional' state of matter is neither 2D nor 3D
An experiment with a carbon material in a magnetic field has revealed a novel way for electrons to move, which doesn't fully belong in two …
Why dinosaurs lived much more complex lives than we thought
A wave of dinosaur discoveries over the past decade has completely reshaped our understanding of these long-extinct animals. Palaeontologist Dave Hone spills the secrets of …
Bronze Age mines discovered in Spain may explain Scandinavian metal mystery
Archaeologists have uncovered six previously unknown Bronze Age mines in southwestern Spain, offering a striking new clue about where the metal in ancient Scandinavian artifacts …
The chips in your phone are probably broken – and that's a …
Reports suggest that Apple is using defective chips originally destined for high-end devices to create its latest affordable laptop. Reusing partially broken chips is common …
Scorpions reinforce their claws and stingers with metals
Many scorpion species use blends of iron, zinc and manganese to enhance the toughness of their deadly weaponry
Scientists just found a chilling way life may have begun
New experiments suggest that freezing and thawing on early Earth may have helped primitive cell-like structures grow and evolve. Tiny lipid bubbles behaved very differently …
Extreme weather in 2025 drove record wildfire emissions in Europe
Europe, the fastest-warming continent, saw unprecedented wildfires and heatwaves in 2025, including a three-week hot spell that hit 30°C inside the Arctic circle
50-foot ancient snake discovered in India may be one of the largest …
A massive prehistoric snake discovered in India may rank among the largest ever to slither across Earth. Named Vasuki indicus, this ancient giant lived around …
A one-in-a-million supernova seen five times could reveal the Universe’s true speed
A spectacular cosmic event nicknamed “SN Winny” could help solve one of astronomy’s biggest mysteries: how fast the universe is expanding. This rare superluminous supernova, …
Scientists just found the Milky Way’s edge and it’s closer than expected
Scientists have uncovered the true boundary of the Milky Way’s star-forming region using stellar “age mapping.” They found a telltale U-shaped pattern showing that star …
A forgotten drug is giving new hope to kids with a rare …
A decades-old drug once used to treat sleeping sickness is now showing surprising promise against an ultra-rare and life-threatening genetic disorder called Bachmann-Bupp syndrome (BABS). …
MIT study finds children more vulnerable to cancer-causing chemical in water
A troubling new study from MIT reveals that a common environmental contaminant, NDMA—found in polluted water, certain medications, and even processed foods—may pose a far …
Roman Empire’s collapse created a genetic melting pot in Europe
Nature, Published online: 29 April 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-01395-xGenome evidence points to a slow blending of peoples — not a violent tide of invaders — that laid …
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