The past revisited
Thanks to cutting-edge techniques, archaeologists are lifting the veil on parts of history that were previously inaccessible. What they discover forces them to rewrite the past of mythical peoples such as the Vikings, the Neanderthals, the Dorset people and the inhabitants of Angkor. Read all about it in our summer feature!
Turning red into green
Is it possible to regenerate an old iron mine, isolated from everything else and condemned by a harsh northern climate?
The genesis of the hunt for exoplanets
Just 25 years ago, astronomers weren't interested in tracking down distant worlds. In retrospect, this lack of interest seems surprising.
Is plugging in your brain a good idea?
A small electric current applied to the head could solve a whole range of health problems.
The decline of insects
In many ecosystems, butterflies, bees, termites and other small creatures are disappearing at an alarming rate.
Sunscreen, the new enemy of corals?
Some countries are banning the use of certain sunscreens, which are said to damage coral health. An intention based on tenuous evidence.
The cabinet of curiosities
We follow the progress of medicines, from powder to tablet.
Do you know Jamestown Canyon?
Mosquito-borne diseases are gaining ground. What can we expect?
A hurricane of statistics
To better understand extreme rainfall, researchers are turning to Hurricane Harvey.
Recovering from a stroke on the piano
All you need to do is practice a sequence of notes to regain the use of your hands.
Leonardo da Vinci's insatiable curiosity
Interview with historian Walter Isaacson, author of an impressive biography of this great genius.
