We've appointed eight world-class academics, marking an important milestone for York research.

Tracing the genetic lineage of the maize plant reveals it was most likely brought to South America from Mexico more than 6,500 years ago.

Scientists have deciphered how some types of bacteria evolved to escape tight spots, which could help stop the spread of some infection-causing types.

Particles of precious blue pigment found in a medieval nun's teeth have shed light on the forgotten women scribes involved in the production of illuminated manuscripts.