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Haul thrills physicists, who previously knew of just a few hundred of these peculiar materials.

Research casts doubt on the idea that the FOXP2 gene — linked to language evolution — is special to modern humans.

In a dramatic restructuring, two teams have created versions of baker’s yeast with vastly reduced chromosome counts.

Weather forecasters will soon provide instant assessments of global warming’s influence on extreme events.

Nature talks to Brent Hecht, who says peer reviewers must ensure that researchers consider negative societal consequences of their work.

Consuming the right foods can tweak a tumour’s metabolism, making chemotherapy more effective.

Kilometres beneath Earth’s surface, some minerals could bear the scars of collisions with dark matter.

European nations see biggest increases in use of stimulants such as Ritalin by people seeking brain-boosting effects.

Early results from birth-cohort have public-health implications, as other groups use the data to investigate the microbiome and mental health.