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Despite decades of research, predicting exactly where an earthquake will strike remains practically impossible.

Genomes uncovered from centuries-old East African towns revise conclusions of colonial science.

The month’s sharpest science shots, selected by Nature’s photo team.

Epilepsy researcher Christin Godale credits a child neurologist for spotting her curiosity about the the human brain and her medical condition.

A relentless series of ‘rivers in the sky’ is creating extreme conditions across the state, but a role for climate change is unclear.

Facing microaggressions and harassment has left me exhausted, yet empowered with insight. Here’s what I’ve learnt.

Advocates ask the US biomedical agency to rethink the design of its RECOVER initiative, citing possible harm and funding waste.

Chemically modifying the ends of the molecules opens the door to glass that could decompose with organic waste.

Crocodiles and Komodo dragons provide evidence to support the idea of a scaly cover over the teeth of dinosaur Tyrannosaurus rex.

Microphones capture ultrasonic crackles from plants that are water-deprived or injured.

Since 2022, more than 1,000 cases of childhood hepatitis with no known cause have been reported. The discovery of adeno-associated virus 2 in the blood and livers of such children might provide an explanation.

Melting ice is slowing deep-ocean currents in a way that could disrupt how the seas support life. Plus, ‘astonishing’ molecular syringe ferries proteins into human cells, and how it feels when conspiracy theorists glom onto your research.

Authors of papers on the potential biases of artificial intelligence tools in health care are predominantly white, male and from high-income countries.

Patrick Vallance, who advised the UK government during the height of COVID, says that scientific officials should know four key things when guiding policymakers.

Physicians aim to find better ways to prevent, diagnose and treat acute kidney injury.