Is there anybody out there?

An amino acid's discovery in deep space raises hope of finding life forms there

Mathematical model explains structure of protein

Craig Venters' DNA decoded

Stars die silently sometimes

Evolution of gene sequences slow in human brain

Scientists get a clue for superconducting materials

Lasers to track erosion

Advanced ancestry

Fresh research advances the date of human ancestors

Zero gravity

Science fiction comes a step closer to the real world

Left or right?

How magnetic fields determine the 'handedness' of molecules

Key to the treasure

Protein functioning is deciphered, unlocking more of life's secrets

Barring reflection

A new coating minimises reflecting light

DARWIN"S OWN WORDS

Eyes wide open

The good coyotes

Machine to capture live pictures of atomic motions

Byte

New solar cycle does not pose risks

Molecular motion

Two groups of US scientists have recorded frenetic action at the molecular level

New tail design

Subatomic particles go zip

Mayhem is discovered at the core of matter

Planted music

The enigma of inertia

Physicists offer a radical theory to facilitate understanding of the phenomenon of inertia

Ray scan

Super slump