Tipple's status topples over proof
Great Moments in Science Alco-pops and other pre-mixed alcoholic drinks are cause for concern in the community. A century back it was absinthe that led the field in the social evil stakes. But Dr Karl reckons it's the same old problem.more'Tipple's status topples over proof'
Tuesday, 02 December 2008
HIV: a Nobel discovery
Science Feature It's been 25 years since scientists isolated HIV. We trace the history behind this profound discovery that changed our understanding, treatment and prevention of AIDS.more'HIV: a Nobel discovery'
Thursday, 27 November 2008
Astrophysicist
Ace Day Jobs Stuart Wyithe explores our universe's oldest galaxies. Watch Ace Day Jobs to find out how he became an astrophysicist.more'Astrophysicist'
Tuesday, 25 November 2008
How much of hunger is hormonal?
Ask an Expert How much of hunger is hormonal and how much is linked to the nervous system? What are the receptors and how do they act?more'How much of hunger is hormonal?'
Thursday, 20 November 2008
Inhabitants of the deep
Photo Gallery Our oceans cover more than 70 per cent of our planet, yet we know very little about the creatures that live in them. Take a look at some of the amazing animals identified as part of the Census of Marine Life.more'Inhabitants of the deep'
Friday, 14 November 2008
Confirmed! Einstein's famous formula is fact
StarStuff Podcast e=mc2 confirmed after 100 years; massive Martian glaciers discovered; Spirit rover powers back to life; and dark matter spotted near our solar system.more'Confirmed! Einstein's famous formula is fact'
Thursday, 27 November 2008
Redheads' 'extinction' explanation splitting hairs
Great Moments in Science As if blondes and redheads don't get enough stick, now they're apparently facing extinction! But Dr Karl isn't so sure and has gone searching for the roots of the story.more'Redheads' 'extinction' explanation splitting hairs'
Tuesday, 25 November 2008
Participate in Catalyst's National Ladybird Survey
Survey Grab your camera, get out into the backyard, or local park and take pictures of the ladybirds in your area. We will publish them on our ladybird map and you could even win a prize for your efforts.more'Participate in Catalyst's National Ladybird Survey'
Thursday, 13 November 2008
Phoenix finishes Mars operation
StarStuff Podcast NASA's Phoenix Lander mission draws to an end; the International Space Station gets an 'Endeavour' makeover; lunar touchdown for India; and Pluto's new horizon.more'Phoenix finishes Mars operation'
Thursday, 20 November 2008
Regrowth mystery reborn
Great Moments in Science If you're only as old as you feel then are you as old as your body? The idea that body cells regrow every seven years should be an accurate guide, right? Wrong! Dr Karl can sense it in his bones.more'Regrowth mystery reborn'
Tuesday, 18 November 2008
Crude: the incredible journey of oil
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