Too busy to keep track of all the science news during the week? Don’t fear Synapse is here. Check out this week's news.
Earth’s close call – This week the small Near Earth asteroid, 2012 DA14, passed by Earth. Read more.
Deadly coronavirus in UK – Multiple people being treated in intensive care. More information.
Drilling on Mars – Curiosity rover takes historic drill sample, although it was only 6cm deep! Read more.
Sea slug has disposable penis - Japanese researchers observed this bizarre mating behaviour in a species called Chromodoris reticulate. Find out more.
Mosh-pit behaviour – Science behind collective behaviour is being investigated using mosh-pits. More information.
Downtime for the LHC – The large hadron collider is being turned off for a 2 year upgrade and maintenance period. Read more.
Drive you round the bend – Self driving car technology is being developed in the UK. More information.
Treatment on the ocean floor? – Researchers are beginning an £8m project to discover new antibiotics at the bottom of the ocean. Read more.
Katherine MacInnes and Saraansh Dave