A new global study has untangled many of the incredible properties of spider silk.
Spider silk is stronger than steel and Kevlar. Tapping into its secrets could herald a revolution in manufacturing, writes Sean Blamires.
Which of the disturbing childhood tales told to us by our parents is true and what is myth?
Big is often better, but when spiders are of a similar size, a male's success can depend on whether he is a sprinter or a marathon runner, explains Dr Michael Kasumovic.
