26 May 2021
Cats, dogs and farm animals host coronaviruses that have been studied for decades. That research could provide valuable insights in the fight against covid-19, including whether our vaccines can end the pandemic
26 May 2021
Some people seem to possess unlimited get-up-and-go, while others can barely muster enough drive to leave the couch. Here's what science tells us about motivation – and how to cultivate it
26 May 2021
Several vaccines are less effective at preventing symptomatic infections by new variants, which is concerning because any degree of escape at this point could prevent countries from achieving herd immunity
25 May 2021
The director-general of the World Health Organization has called for a massive drive to vaccinate at least 10 per cent of every country in the world by September, and 30 per cent by the end of the year
24 May 2021
Optogenetics involves modifying cells to make them sensitive to light – and now the first results of a treatment using the technique to restore sight have been published
20 May 2021
Those breastfeeding in the UK have been given the green light to get vaccinated against covid-19, but how might it affect babies, asks Penny Sarchet
