Michael Marshall

The largest study so far into the genetics of chronic fatigue syndrome, or myalgic encephalomyelitis, has implicated 259 genes – six times more than those identified just four months ago

The Asgard archaea bear traits that hint at how eukaryotes first emerged

From an incredible series of revelations about the ancient humans called Denisovans to surprising discoveries about tool making, this year has given us a clearer picture of how and why humans evolved to be so different from other primates

Climate records show thousands of years of drying before their extinction

The German government has committed half a billion euros for research on long COVID and other post-infection syndromes

Our writers and contributors have chosen their favourite ever science-y books, films, TV shows, music, video games, board games and more to see you through the festive period

Formula E, an all-electric racing competition, is pioneering technology that could find its way into vehicles at a charging station near you

New tools that create ultra-precise maps of our tissues are transforming our ability to diagnose and cure once-fatal illnesses

Is it an epidemic of overdiagnosis, or do the dramatic rises in autism and ADHD cases reflect the healthcare system – and society – starting to catch up to the reality of neurodivergence?

The Omo-Turkana basin in Africa is home to a treasure trove of ancient human fossils and tools – today it is still yielding new discoveries about our species

The Future of Glaucoma brings together insights, experience and ambitions from both patients and healthcare professionals to formulate a combined vision for future glaucoma care.

Anthropologist Christopher Bae has recently suggested we add two new species of ancient human to our family tree

For only the second time, researchers have obtained the full genome of a Denisovan, a group of ancient humans who lived in Asia

Ozempic, MRI machines and flat screen televisions all emerged out of fundamental research decades earlier — the very types of study being slashed by the US government.

Fibromyalgia, which causes chronic pain all over the body, is poorly understood, but two studies – made up of millions of participants – are helping us get to the roots of the condition