Feeding mice a compound found in sea squirts appeared to reverse key signs of brain aging. The lipid, known as plasmalogen, ...

A University of Missouri-led discovery could pave the way for improved diagnosis and treatment of unexplained movement ...

Research transforms understanding of disease emergence and identifies new strategies for agricultural virus surveillance in the U.S. A newly uncovered viral threat to cotton has been hiding in plain ...

Researchers have uncovered genetic evidence of paratyphoid and relapsing fever among Napoleon’s soldiers who retreated from Russia in 1812. Researchers at the Institut Pasteur have performed a genetic ...

Mayo Clinic scientists have uncovered a new way to pinpoint “zombie” cells tied to aging and disease using DNA-based molecules called aptamers. One potential key to treating many diseases may lie in ...

V Sagittae’s violent mass transfer hints at an imminent nova—and a future supernova visible from Earth. Binary star systems are fairly common in the universe, as are pairs where one star is a compact ...

Plasma ejections from young stars may offer valuable insights into the Sun’s early history. Most of the time, we hardly notice it from Earth, but the Sun is constantly hurling vast clouds of charged ...

Psychopaths have a 10% larger striatum than non-psychopaths, suggesting biological differences in brain structure. This enlargement is tied to impulsivity and a higher craving for stimulation. The ...

Only unprocessed, nutrient-rich plant foods protect the heart. Ultra-processed options offer no benefit. Eating more ...

A research team has uncovered a strong connection between cockroach infestations and harmful household substances, specifically allergens and bacterial endotoxins. Scientists at North Carolina State U ...

Research shows that adopting a childlike facial expression can make adults feel more connected to their childhood experiences. New research suggests that temporarily changing how people perceive their ...

Scientists are questioning whether humanity can truly “dim the Sun” without causing chaos. A new University study shows that ...