Research institutions want to make it easier for scientists to collaborate and share facilities.

They say they are lacking the brains of people with disorders such as depression and PTSD.

Almost entirely submerged, Zealandia meets all the criteria to be considered a continent, say researchers.

The international competition to drive innovation in seafloor mapping announces the teams that will take part in its semi-final stage.

Billions of tiny plastic lentil-sized pellets can be spotted on UK shores - but how do 'nurdles' get there?

Genetically-modified hens that can lay eggs from different poultry breeds are helping scientists set up a "frozen aviary" to conserve rare birds.