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"I've never seen a dividing line between human and animal medicine"

A pioneering vet and star of Channel 4’s The Supervet, Professor Noel Fitzpatrick is using his profile to try to unite the fields of animal and human biomedical research

Focus On: Citation Metrics

The number of metrics used to evaluate the impact of published research is growing, but what do they all mean?

Can we fix it?

For more than 40 years, scientists have attempted to engineer cereal crops that can fix atmospheric nitrogen. With more mouths to feed than ever, a breakthrough may finally be within reach, writes Jack Parsons

To Dye For

Before the invention of synthetic dyes in the late 19th century, people relied heavily on plants to add colour to their world. Barbara Rush reports from a small corner of France dedicated to conserving these fascinating plants

Interview: Dame Ottoline Leyser

12 of the best: Podcasts for Biologists

The podcast format has proven especially well suited to shows that explore questions about science and the natural world. Here are some of the best science podcasts out there – whether you're stuck in bank holiday traffic with the kids or have a few minutes to kill while the centrifuge runs