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women in science

Diamond anvil

Physics

First room-temperature superconductor could spark energy revolution

A material that can transmit electrical current with zero resistance at room temperature has finally been created - but it currently requires a pressure close to that at the centre of Earth

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11 of the best sci-fi books that transport you to another world

Space

11 of the best sci-fi books that transport you to another world

Culture

Why there is no such thing as a healthy diet that works for everyone

Health

Why there is no such thing as a healthy diet that works for everyone

Features

A lot of veg is 'toxic' but that doesn't mean you shouldn't eat it

Health

A lot of veg is 'toxic' but that doesn't mean you shouldn't eat it

Comment

Science with Sam

Science with Sam: What is a black hole? And could you survive one?

Video

bricks and LED

Physics

Ordinary bricks laced with conductive fibres can store energy

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person walking on hillside

Technology

Fabric repels both oil and water thanks to clever silicone coating

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razor blade

Physics

We just figured out why shaving soft hair blunts steel razor blades

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Nutrition memes forget that there is no such thing as a 'healthy food'

Health

Nutrition memes forget that there is no such thing as a 'healthy food'

Comment

The Expanse review: A sprawling spaceship-studded saga you should see

Humans

The Expanse review: A sprawling spaceship-studded saga you should see

If you like old fashioned sci-fi of the multistranded, multidimensional epic variety, The Expanse could be for you, says Emily Wilson

Culture

Question

What is peer review?

Physics

Half of Nobel prizes in science go to just five research fields

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Humans

Brave New World review: Dystopian TV without lessons for today

Culture

Humans

Afterland review: A thought-provoking tale of life without men

Culture

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