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Perfectly preserved 4,000-year-old beetles uncovered
A pristine pair of ancient beetles were discovered in the Museum collection. They date back nearly 4,000 years.
28 January 2021 -
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Work to begin on Mary Anning statue for Lyme Regis
A milestone has been reached in the campaign for a statue of fossil hunter Mary Anning in Lyme Regis.
21 January 2021 -
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Lithium carbonate has been produced from UK rocks for the first time
A breakthrough in domestic production could bring down the carbon footprint of lithium-ion batteries.
19 January 2021 -
Science news
Ancient dire wolf DNA analysed for the first time – with surprising results
Extinct dire wolves, made famous in the TV show Game of Thrones, are only distant cousins of modern grey wolves.
14 January 2021