Scientists discovered that Heliconius butterflies have evolved an extraordinary lifespan, living several times longer than ...

A colossal ancient collision may have left some of the Moon’s deepest secrets surprisingly close to future Artemis landing ...

Not all fats affect your body the same way. Researchers found that palmitic acid, a saturated fat common in many foods, may ...

A clinical trial is exploring whether high doses of vitamin B3 could give patients with glioblastoma a better chance against the aggressive brain cancer. Scientists found that niacin may help revive ...

Tyrannosaurus rex may have been a much slower grower than scientists realized. A new study of 17 tyrannosaur fossils found that the giant predator likely took about 40 years to reach its full size of ...

Two dangerous viruses are back in the spotlight, reminding health officials how quickly infectious diseases can become serious threats. Hantavirus, often linked to rodents, can cause severe heart and ...

Scientists at Baylor College of Medicine may have uncovered a promising new way to combat Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease ...

The obesity treatment landscape is changing fast, with GLP-1 drugs opening the door to more effective care than ever before.

Animals from different species often rely on surprisingly sophisticated communication to work together, whether finding food, ...

A study of long-lived families has identified rare genetic variants that may help people stay healthier for much longer as they age. One standout mutation appears to temper inflammation, potentially ...

Researchers found that a Chinese sodium-ion battery performs far better than expected, with production quality and design features comparable to Tesla’s batteries. If engineers can improve ...

Compounds responsible for the aroma of cannabis and many other plants may offer a surprising new way to relieve chronic pain.