Read article: Humans drive sixth mass extinction wave
For the sixth time since life on Earth began, scientists say, mass extinction is a threat. This time, though, is different. The cause is us
Read article: Clinical trial explores BBB opening in fight against Alzheimer’s
A new clinical trial examines whether using focused ultrasound to open the blood–brain barrier can help in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease
Read article: Science needs to improve the transparency of research results, says report
Panel of the US National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine calls on researchers to describe in a clear and complete way how scientific results are reached
Read article: UK Committee on Climate Change recommends net zero emissions by 2050
Report calls for dramatic changes across all sectors including aviation, shipping and agriculture
Read article: Orbiting Carbon Observatory successfully launches to the International Space Station
NASA probe will monitor how carbon dioxide levels in the Earth’s atmosphere change over the course of a day
Read article: Industries join forces to power up electric vehicles
The UK plans to secure battery manufacture from mine to motor, bringing a projected £4.8 billion to the chemical industry by 2030
Read article: Last-minute intervention saves JASON government advisory panel from closure
The group will be funded until the end of January 2020 but require new sources of support to continue beyond then
Read article: Huge Chinese cosmic-ray observatory begins operation
The Large High Altitude Air Shower Observatory will attempt to understand the origins of high-energy cosmic rays
Read article: Sexual harassment rife in US undergraduate physics
Study finds that 74% of female undergraduates experience sexual harassment during their studies
Read article: Clinical innovations focus on personalized therapy
Significant advances in equipment and software will be unveiled at ESTRO 38
