New issue: Rethinking caffeine

New issue: Rethinking caffeine

For many, caffeine is considered a guilty pleasure. But there is growing evidence that our daily fix isn't necessarily a bad thing. In fact, it might actually be doing us some good.

Save 40% when you subscribe to BBC Science Focus Magazine!

Published: November 9, 2023 at 12:31 pm

The science of Doctor Who

At 60 years old, Doctor Who, the BBC show following the adventures of the regenerating Time Lord, continues to be highly enjoyable fiction. But it's science fiction. The Gallifreyan takes science seriously... so we take a closer look at some of the science of Doctor Who, from time travel and the TARDIS to invading Cybermen and rogue planets.

How to make the Moon on Earth

The expense and prestige involved in sending landers and rovers to the Moon means you can't afford for them not to work when they get there. But the lunar landscape is like nothing here on Earth. So how, and where do you test equipment that's bound for the Moon?

Octopus Garden

On the side of a hill next to some thermal springs 3,000m beneath the surface of the Pacific Ocean, scientists have discovered the world's biggest octopus nursery - and it's adorable.

Plus

  • Plant apocalypse: The race is on to document and protect the world's plant and fungi species... and everything is at stake if we lose.
  • Good news for snoozers: How hitting the snooze button on your morning alarm may boost brain function.
  • Dr Katie Mack: Did the James Webb Space Telescope spot galaxies that shouldn't exist? Given the age of the Universe, these galaxies appear to be too old... Dr Katie Mack dives into astronomy's latest mystery.

Issue 398 on sale 9 November 2023

Subscribe to BBC Science Focus Magazine

Don’t forget that BBC Science Focus is also available on all major digital platforms. We have versions for AndroidKindle Fire and Kindle e-reader, as well as an iOS app for the iPad and iPhone.