Stats reveal bias in NIH grant review

Alternative system could make ‘fairer’ funding decisions for a quarter of awards.

Consent issues restrict stem-cell use

Some human embryonic cell lines may not be eligible for research.

Age makes Moon crater attractive site for lunar base

Dating of Shackleton crater suggests it may offer supply of ice.

Scientists to dive to the bottom of the world’s deepest lake

Russian team explores the depths of Lake Baikal.

Stars may not be so fine-tuned after all

A change in nature’s fundamental constants could still allow star formation.