Science

Continental shelf seas revealed as powerful carbon sinks, but cutting global emissions remains critical to safeguard sea life

Continental shelf seas - the shallow waters surrounding our coasts that provide most of the world’s seafood - are absorbing...

How cilia choreograph their “Mexican wave”, enabling marine creatures to swim

New research has unravelled the mystery of how microscopic cilia coordinate to move and propel marine creatures through water. Cilia...

‘New reality’ as world reaches first climate tipping point

Widespread mortality of warm-water coral reefs under way, as world reaches first tipping point With global warming set to breach...

Free public festival of inspiring science and culture this month with the University of Exeter

Invasive hornets, air quality and pollution, and the power of comics to make you happy are among a vibrant programme...