6 April 2022
Fully homomorphic encryption allows us to run analysis on data without ever seeing the contents. It could help us reap the full benefits of big data, from fighting financial fraud to catching diseases early
16 February 2022
Bacteria and viruses can survive for millions of years frozen in glaciers, ice sheets and permafrost and as global warming increases they are emerging. Here's what we know about the threat
8 December 2021
To explain the paradox of a smart species that embraces fake news, conspiracy theories and paranormal woo, we need to rethink rationality, says psychologist Steven Pinker
21 March 2018
Having more dreams each night could be key to mental well-being. Here’s what to do – and what to avoid – if you want to increase your dose
7 February 2018
A chemical comparison of 22 stars has revealed their common origins. Download this incredible poster to see the extended families of these stars
25 October 2017
The sharing economy is booming despite a decline in trust across society. Airbnb co-founder Joe Gebbia explains why we open our doors to people we meet online
13 September 2017
Michele Dougherty's team rode its luck to make eye-opening discoveries around Saturn and its moons. She reveals the project's pleasures and pains
6 September 2017
Does sugar make you hyper, or cause cancer? From obesity to sweeteners, we sort through the science on all things sweet
30 August 2017
From purging your online presence to blocking haters en masse, anyone facing online abuse can learn from Zoë Quinn’s survival tactics
