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2014: The year in science

2014 was a roller coaster ride for scientists. They celebrated the first mission to land on a comet -- and mourned the devastation wrought by the Ebola virus. Here, Nature rounds up the discoveries, stories and people that mattered in science this year.

Top 10 cutest animals in science 2014

From TV-watching marmosets to pretend baby penguins, our pick of the cutest animal stories in science this year. Nature (16 December 2014)

Christmas Special

What was hot in 2014, what cosmologists would like for Christmas, and our favourite holiday party game reworked for audio. Nature (18 December 2014)

2015 in science: Goals, hopes and a look ahead

We asked global scientific leaders and promising young scientists for their thoughts, and we forecasted some upcoming science milestones and cultural events. Nature (30 December 2014)