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Physics

Physicists have created a new type of diamond by crushing buckyballs

A new form of diamond created in the lab is as strong as natural diamond and better able to withstand heat

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An inside look at oysters – and how to enjoy them safely

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Earth

New mineral davemaoite discovered inside a diamond from Earth's mantle

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How you can get involved with the hunt for gravitational waves

Space

How you can get involved with the hunt for gravitational waves

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Technology

Water-absorbing material inspired by plant roots could power robots

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Humans

Is it true that use of synthetic fertiliser is increasing everywhere?

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Are vegan meat alternatives putting our health on the line?

Health

Are vegan meat alternatives putting our health on the line?

Features

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Technology

Self-healing plastic repairs itself in 10 seconds even under water

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ADA TWIST, SCIENTIST (L to R) NICHOLAS CROVETTI as IGGY PECK, AMANDA CHRISTINE as ADA TWIST, and CANDACE KOZAK as ROSIE REVERE in episode 103 of ADA TWIST, SCIENTIST. Cr. COURTESY OF NETFLIX ?? 2021

Physics

Ada Twist, Scientist review: Brilliant children's TV for the curious

Culture

How to sous vide steak using a beer cooler box

Humans

How to sous vide steak using a beer cooler box

Cooking sous vide offers a route to perfection via precisely controlled temperatures. Here's how to do it at home, no gadgets necessary

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Technology

Leaf-inspired material makes different liquids flow in opposite ways

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Humans

Scientists are often cautious or wrong – and that’s OK

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Mind

Woman loses ability to feel hungry after stroke damages her brain

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How to make delicious jam according to science

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