Introducing

  1. Particle Physics

    New particle could help physicists understand subatomic glue

    A newfound particle will allow scientists to probe the universe’s strongest force.

    By Andrew Grant
  2. Animals

    Mystery mushroomlike sea creatures get names

    Specimens of a mushroomlike animal from the sea now have a scientific name, but researchers aren’t sure what kind of animal they are.

    By Susan Milius
  3. Life

    New gut-dwelling virus is surprisingly common

    It’s not clear yet whether the bacteriophage crAssphage, found in people’s intestines, has any health effects.

    By Tina Hesman Saey
  4. Animals

    New subspecies of Philippine tarsier discovered

    Genetic tests settle a taxonomic debate surrounding Philippine tarsier, one of the world’s smallest primates.