Topic “Science”

British libel laws are outdated and need to change if we don’t want to stifle scientific debate, says Emily Vaughan-Williams.

Bristol University Paleontology Department has been at the forefront of a world-wide argument over the colour of dinosaurs. Al Tanner tells us more.

Getting the low down on new science through blogs can be enlightening, useful and even fun– but which sites are worth a second look? Joshua Howgego and Louise Brown find out.

The ability of modern genetics to manipulate DNA, the very backbone of life, in order to understand the development and functioning of all living organisms is a capability not to be underestimated. Matt Birtwistle wonders if testing for genetic disorders at birth could do more harm than good.

Researchers in Tokyo have been taking a leaf out of nature’s book in designing transport networks. Anneka Rayne investigates if we really can learn lessons from those most mindless of creatures, slime moulds.

An evidence-based approach to decision making is the right prescription for the uncertainties we face in the next decade, says Joshua Howgego.