‘Forever is nonsense’

In his second book, Venki Ramakrishnan examines recent scientific breakthroughs in longevity and ageing and raises uncomfortable questions about the ethical aspects of the research as well as the ... Read More

Nasa to overhaul mission returning samples from Mars – here’s why it must and will go ahead

Nasa recently announced that it is seeking new ways to complete the return to Earth of rock cores drilled by the Perseverance Rover in the Jezero Crater on Mars. Read More

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