Smart Planet | 25 July 2013
To feed our growing population, we must produce more food in the next 40 years than we’ve done since the dawn of agriculture. Here's one radical solution. Read more...
Smart Planet | 25 July 2013
To feed our growing population, we must produce more food in the next 40 years than we’ve done since the dawn of agriculture. Here's one radical solution. Read more...
25 July 2013
The dream of a cheap, friendly robot in every home hasn't yet taken off. Roboticist Keller Rinaudo’s solution is Romo – an automaton powered by your smartphone. Read more...
In Depth | 24 July 2013
Two scientists think we can make the world's knowledge apocalypse-proof if we store it in DNA. How far-fetched is this idea? Ed Yong meets them to find out. Read more...
60 Second Idea | 24 July 2013
Talking or texting while driving can be a killer. Biophysicist Elspeth Garman proposes a way to make it harder for us to use our phones while driving. Read more...
Medical Myths | 23 July 2013
Dread birthday parties because of the effect cakes and drinks will have on your child? Evidence shows this actually affects parents’ behaviour, not the child’s. Read more...
Space Station | 22 July 2013
Our space correspondent goes behind the scenes at Nasa’s forthcoming quest to reveal how and why the red planet lost the majority of its atmosphere. Read more...
Under the Radar | 22 July 2013
The French capital is one of the most striking examples of rational urban planning – a new study tries to explain how exactly it changed the city. Read more...
19 July 2013
This week's best images in science and tech, including migrating whales, a new supersonic plane and how to wash your hair in space. Read more...
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