Sara Rigby

Online staff writer, BBC Science Focus

Sara is the online staff writer at BBC Science Focus. She has an MPhys in mathematical physics and loves all things space, dinosaurs and dogs.

Recent articles by Sara Rigby

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What’s the longest a cat can live for? Here are the world’s oldest felines

10 amazing women in science history you really should know about

Everyday science

International Women's Day 22 pioneering women in science you really should know about

The best Kindle and Kobo e-readers for 2022

The best Kindle and Kobo e-readers for 2023

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7 of the best science audiobooks to listen to in 2023

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Everyday science

7 best science board games 2023

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Future Technology

5 of the best microscopes for kids in 2023

Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid

Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid review: A good robot vacuum with some clear flaws

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Roomba j7+ review: The little and often approach

Steamery Cirrus No.3 Iron Steamer review © Steamery

Steamery Cirrus No.3 Iron Steamer review: Can it keep my clothes looking sharp?

Microbes found in volcanic environments could help reveal more about life on other planets

What a mysterious green sludge discovered in lava caves tells us about life on other planets

How do I choose the best suncream?

How do I choose the best suncream?

This air styler is (almost) as good as the Dyson Airwrap… at a fraction of the price

This air styler is (almost) as good as the Dyson Airwrap… at a fraction of the price

Revamp Progloss Airstyle 6-in-1 review: Straighten, curl and diffuse with one tool

Revamp Progloss Airstyle 6-in-1 review: Straighten, curl and diffuse with one tool

Instant Genius

Instant Genius Podcast The evolution of human childhood, with Dr Brenna Hassett

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How to see James Webb Space Telescope’s first images