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THE CODE OF LIFE

Peter Gallivan plunges into the twisted world of DNA - the hidden code that holds the secret to life on Earth.

Robot pets

How much is that robot doggy in the window?

On the hunt for UFOs

Is there such a thing as an unidentified flying object? What are they and who is responsible?

Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka

Meet the vet helping to protect endangered mountain gorillas.

Huge ship is powered by "WindWings"

A huge cargo ship called the Pyxis Ocean has set out on a voyage around the world fitted with a pair of unique sails.

London environment hero wins big award

A nine-year-old who is passionate about the environment has been honoured for his efforts to inspire others.

New frontiers reached in space

It's been an important few months for space exploration.

SCIENCE WORLD

Join in with super competitions, fun festivals, brilliant museums and great games this month.

Should people learn to love wasps?

Some people think that these pesky insects deserve to be treated more kindly.

What is hydroelectric energy and how does it work?

Find out how electricity is generated from flowing water.

RAIDERS OF THE BACK YARD

The fictional adventures of Indiana Jones are legendary. Expert archaeologist Mary-Ann Ochota goes in search of the real-life treasure-hunters.

The Big Poo Review

Hold your nose for some super-stinky science.

HEADSCRATCHERS

Seeking answers to your science questions? Ask our resident expert

The Beast of Exmoor

Investigate the case of the mysterious big cat roaming the English countryside.

Alom Shaha

Meet the teacher on a mission to make physics easy to understand.

GET STUFFED!

Dare you discover the fascinating - and sometimes foul - truth about fast food? Ciaran Sneddon serves up a feast of facts.

"Alien" signal arrives from Mars

Could you decode a mysterious message from space?

THE LAB

Three things to make and do

Should disposable barbecues be banned?

Some people think it's time to say goodbye to these single-use sizzlers.

Who invented music?

Singing along is fun, but when did it all begin?

James Stewart

Meet the man trying to spread a positive message about our planet.

HERE COMES TROUBLE!

Look out! Isabel Thomas goes in search of nature's naughtiest animals and asks if they are misbehaving or just misunderstood...

Extreme isolation

Lock yourself away with the scientists studying the effects of living completely alone.

Should make-up be tested on animals?

The UK has changed a law to allow some make-up products to be tested on animals.

How do aeroplane toilets work?

What happens when nature calls at 10,000 metres high?

THE AGE OF MACHINE LEARNING

Smart computers are changing our world. Are you ready for the reboot?

The human speed limit

We investigate secrets of speed and ask could you ever run as fast as the Flash?

Melissa Cristina Márquez

Meet the marine biologist who is standing up for sharks.

SCAVENGER HUNT

The summer holidays are almost here and that means The Week Junior Science+Nature's Scavenger Hunt is back.

Do all animals have belly buttons?

Your navel is a wonder of nature that reminds you of where you came from