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 Cosmos Magazine Time TunnelGermany's Messel Pit has yielded thousands of exquisitely preserved fossils, including a perplexing early primate nicknamed Ida.  The whole shebangThe Standard Model is our (nearly) complete map of every fundamental particle and force that exists.  Learning to forgetPainful memories that cause distress could soon be a thing of the past. Recent studies suggest memories can be manipulated, edited - and even deleted.  The madness of crowdsMass delusions and hysterical outbreaks have repeatedly occurred in history, and there's no reason to believe they won't again.  The stuff of nightmaresSleep paralysis creates a very real waking nightmare - conjuring up images of aliens and evil entities - but it's all a trick of the mind.  Islands of fireNew Zealand is a simmering hotbed of volcanic activity. While eruptions have largely avoided populous areas, Auckland is sitting on a ticking time bomb.  Of mice and menImmunology needs a major overhaul to remain relevant. It's time for a study of the immune system on a grand scale, something akin to the Human Genome Project.  Star burstA deeper understanding of a particular type of supernova could help astronomers to understand the true nature of mysterious dark energy.  I, RodneyFrom backyard tinkering as a child in Adelaide, Rodney Brooks went on to revolutionise robotics, challenging gospel truths and bringing robots to the homes of millions. We meet the charming bad boy of AI.  Throw of the dicePregnant women have a long list of rules to follow to protect the health of their child. But there's now startling evidence to suggest the lifestyle choices of fathers should be called into question too.  Messenger of doomHe began by studying the hellish atmosphere of Venus, before realising that Earth could face a similar fate. Now James Hansen is one of the world's most respected and outspoken climate scientists.  Dangerous liaisonsFrom maze-like genitalia and terrifying spikes to ornamental handicaps and disloyal mothers, evolution seems to have found some seriously stupid designs for sex.  The electric revolutionYour next car may be electric. We look at the rapidly developing technologies that will see motoring turned on its head and help store renewable energy to boot.  Sky detectivesWe track down the forensic astronomers who are seeking clues to historical events embedded in artworks and literature.  The science behind superheroesThey use their extraordinary powers to battle crime and save lives - and there's a healthy sprinkling of science behind their abilities. 
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