Scientists exposed crystals, known as Buckminsterfullerene, to intense light emitted from the world’s first hard X-ray free electron laser and the electrons in the Buckyballs spontaneously re-arranged their positions, changing the shape of the molecules from a soccer ball to a football.

Scientists have identified a new gene for a progressive form of epilepsy (Progressive myoclonus epilepsies, PME).

Judgment and decision-making - Brain activity indicates there is more than meets the eye: People make immediate judgments about images they are shown, which could impact on their decisions, even before their brains have had time to consciously process the information…

Researchers unlock key to triggering labour in pregnancy, identifying an electrical 'switch' in the muscle of the uterus that can control labour

Scientists have sequenced the Eucalyptus genome, suggesting new directions in biofuels and fibre industries.

How many visitors can a koala bear? New research shows that one of Australia's most loved marsupials can become stressed from constant, noisy, human visitors.

Babysitting grandchildren helps ward of dementia, increases memory and aides cognitive speed | (The Journal of the North American Menopause Society)