A former physics graduate from UCC has solved a mystery that has puzzled planetary scientists and Antarctic explorers for decades.

A protein which helps aggressive breast tumours spread the disease through the body using non-cancerous cells has been identified by researchers.

Scientists have developed a new weapon in the battle to safeguard the effectiveness of antibiotics. 

Scientists say they have discovered how to “switch off” autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis.

Scientists have identified a gene that regulates alcohol consumption which when damaged can make mice drink to excess.

THE red-necked phalarope is a colourful little wading bird, which used to breed in Ireland.

It is a common, yet embarrassing, scenario but British scientists have offered an insight into why we forget people’s names only for them to return hours later.