Science news

Biodiversity of Amphipods (September 2010)

Whith the help of their 8 year old son Emrys, scientists Koen Martens and Isa Schön have discovered in Australia a species of ostracod which is normally only found in Europe.

Biodiversity of Amphipods (June 2010)

Amphipods are vital to the ecosystems in our oceans. Cédric d'Udekem d'Acoz, researcher at the Museum, has been studying these fascinating creatures for years.

Another new lizard genus! (February 2009)

Exceptional: another new lizard genus.
Philippe Kok, herpetologist at our Museum, discovers a new lizard genus for the second time...

Peregrine falcons 2008! (March 2008)

They are back! It’s spring and our pair of peregrines are taking up their residence in one of the towers of Saint Michael’s Cathedral. This year, two more pairs have been spotted: in Etterbeek and in Watermaal-Bosvoorde.

The discovery of eight new mouse species! (March 2008)

Promoting and protecting biodiversity is a central mission for our scientists. Their expertise is valuable throughout the world. The newest feature: together with an international team of researchers, Erik Verheyen, molecular biologist, has identified eight new species of mice.

The past along the track (January 2008)

Settlements were discovered at several locations in Wallonia during works on the HST line. The finds date from several periods, going from prehistory to the Modern Era. Together with experts from across the country Dominique Bosquet, one of our Museum’s archaeologists, goes in search of the history of these remains.

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