Origin of life
Making a splash
Scientists are taking a deep dive into water, and surfacing with gems.
A link to life
'Protocells' synthesised from a chemical cocktail could bridge a gap in origin-of-life studies.
The chemistry of life
In labs across the world, chemists are studying the origins of life.
A welcome mat
Microbial mats may throw light on the chances of life on other planets. Findings from an exciting new study.

