26 h. ago Scientists create replica human womb lining and implant early

Studying chemical chatter as tiny balls of cells embed could shine a light on early pregnancy and glitches that lead to miscarriageResearchers have created the lining of a womb in a dish, which promises to shed light on the mysterious early stages of human pregnancy and the glitches that can lead to miscarriage and medical complications.In laboratory experiments, early-stage human embryos donated from couples after IVF treatment successfully implanted into the engineered lining and began to churn out key compounds, such as the hormone that results in a blue line on positive pregnancy tests. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago What creature is the Grinch? Scientist imagines DISSECTING the Christmas villain

Lucy Hyde, a lecturer in anatomy at the University of Bristol has turned her attention to the Christmas villain, in a bid to unmask him once and for all.

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1 week ago Key to stop our feet smelling like onions, cheese or goats is revealed by scientist

There's a couple of simple things we can do to stop our feet absolutely honking, according to one scientist. A couple of different bacteria and funal species can create smells like cheese or rotting onions

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2 w. ago Scientists convinced they'd found Megalodon after chilling deep sea sound

The mysterious 'Bloop' noise detected off Florida in 1997 baffled scientists for years, with many convinced it was some unknown creature lurking in the depths - but the real explanation was far more surprising

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2 w. ago Mystery deep sea 'bloop' had scientists convinced they'd found giant Megalodon

A mysterious noise dubbed the Bloop sparked theories it could be a giant Megalodon or undiscovered creature - but scientists later discovered what it actually was

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3 w. ago Tom Gauld’s best cultural cartoons of 2025: buy a fine art print

For a limited time only, buy a fine art print featuring a standout selection of Tom Gauld’s cultural cartoons from 2025. This exclusive, two-week drop is your opportunity to own a collectible piece straight from the Guardian’s celebrated Book section. Available until 17 DecemberBuy your prints hereTom Gauld was born in 1976 and studied at Edinburgh College of Art and the Royal College of Art. He draws weekly cartoons for the Guardian and New Scientist magazine. He has created a number of comic books and a picture book for children. He lives in London with his family.The Vampire’s Bookshelves Continue reading...

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