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‘Reverse physics’ could help bridge the classical and quantum worlds
Physics is generally built on observations, then the maths that supports them comes later. Columnist Karmela Padavic-Callaghan takes a look at an effort to reverse …
The 12 strangest science stories we can’t stop thinking about
From subconscious finger sniffing to rats driving cars, New Scientist staff have reported on many weird, wild or utterly bonkers discoveries and inventions in the …
Astronauts just gave the International Space Station a powerful upgrade
Two astronauts completed a 7-hour, 11-minute spacewalk to install a new solar array on the International Space Station, bringing NASA one step closer to a …
Scientists confirm global warming is accelerating faster than ever recorded
Earth is warming faster than ever recorded, with scientists detecting a major acceleration in global temperatures since around 2015. A new study reveals that the …
A mysterious star system just 16 light-years away may be hiding habitable …
Astronomers have solved a 170-year-old planetary mystery in a nearby two-star system, discovering that a mysterious wobble was caused by stellar activity rather than a …
Scientists discover mysterious seahorse lookalikes that no one has ever seen alive
Scientists have discovered that three bizarre deep-sea fish that look exactly like seahorses actually belong to a separate evolutionary group, proving that nature created the …
Scientists discover why chronic back pain feels so personal
A surprising discovery at UC San Diego suggests that chronic lower back pain may become deeply embedded in the brain's sense of personal identity. Researchers …
Daily briefing: How Captain Picard inspired today’s scientists
Nature, Published online: 30 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03556-4Researchers pay tribute to actor Patrick Stewart. Plus, what the US mid-term elections might mean for science and why …
Record-breaking retraction: scholarly publisher pulls 1,400 conference papers on one day
Nature, Published online: 30 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03455-8Announcement by IEEE follows publication of a study showing the retracted papers are linked to paper mills.
Briefing Chat: <b>Dog years: could longevity science extend your pets' lives?</b>
Nature, Published online: 30 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03553-7Nature staff discuss the emerging field of pet longevity — plus, a researcher decides not to care about their …
Are dinosaur fossils hogging top journals? Analysis sparks debate over ‘charismatic’ finds
Nature, Published online: 30 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03512-2Fossils of dinosaurs, mammals and other glamorous species are over-represented in high-profile titles, suggests a study of thousands of …
I built the UK government’s metascience unit — here’s what countries need …
Nature, Published online: 30 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03502-4To find evidence-backed ways to improve grant-funding processes, metascientists need freedom and money to experiment, as well as leaders …
Somewhere over the transcontinental burrito tunnel
Nature, Published online: 30 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03368-6Pipe dreams.
Patrick Stewart dies: how Captain Picard inspired today’s science leaders
Nature, Published online: 30 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03543-9Researchers say his portrayal of the Star Trek character represented curiosity, thoughtfulness and an effort to understand others.
Author Correction: Rh<sup>3+</sup> stabilized in KRh@MFI catalyses regioselective hydroformylation
Nature, Published online: 30 October 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-11337-2Author Correction: Rh3+ stabilized in KRh@MFI catalyses regioselective hydroformylation
Plant biology provides inspiration for PFAS replacement
Forever chemicals are renowned for their durability and their non-stick properties, but they persist for years in the environment. An alternative inspired by plants doesn't …
Birds can get jet lag on long, fast flights and then fly …
On fast flights across the Atlantic, the body clocks of Manx shearwaters get out of sync with local time, leading them to veer away from …
A single brain signal may explain schizophrenia's most puzzling symptoms
Scientists have identified a weakened brain signal that may connect several seemingly unrelated symptoms of schizophrenia, including sensory processing difficulties, disorganized speech, and greater symptom …
Six popular sugar substitutes linked to faster brain aging
A study of nearly 13,000 adults found that people consuming the most artificial sweeteners experienced a 62% faster decline in memory and thinking skills, equivalent …
A 700,000-year-old elephant tooth reveals a lost world where early humans lived
A remarkably preserved elephant tooth dating back nearly 700,000 years has revealed a surprisingly lush prehistoric world where giant elephants and early humans lived side …
NASA discovers Jupiter’s invisible shield is more complex than Earth’s
NASA’s Juno spacecraft has discovered that Jupiter uses a surprisingly complex system of powerful plasma waves and multiple shock regions to defend against the solar …
Einstein's equations may explain the universe without dark energy
Mathematicians have uncovered what they argue is a fundamental flaw in the standard model of the universe, potentially challenging the need for dark energy. Their …
Inhaling CO2 may rescue nerves’ ability to regrow
Breathing out after birth switches off the ability of tissues to regenerate, a study in mice suggests. But the pathway seems to be reversible
Less than 42 minutes of bright daylight linked to higher dementia risk
Getting more daylight could be linked to a surprisingly powerful benefit for brain health. In a study of more than 87,000 adults, researchers found that …
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