First-of-its-kind device ‘tags’ an organ to monitor abnormal, life-threatening fluid leaks

Many patients are reluctant to undergo colonoscopies or conduct at-home fecal tests. Doctors see potential in another screening method.

Men who engage in recreational activities such as golf, gardening and woodworking are at higher risk of developing ALS, an incurable progressive nervous system disease, a study has found. The findings add to mounting evidence suggesting a link between ALS and exposure to environmental toxins.

On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. A total solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, completely blocking the face of the Sun. The sky will darken as if it were dawn or dusk. Safety is the […]

Parts of the structure are younger than expected while an east wind blows the whole thing across the desert, researchers find

Leaks are driving 30% of the climate crisis and MethaneSat will provide the first first near-comprehensive global view

Creating organoids from cells found in amniotic fluid could bring insights into cause and progression of malformations

"All of VIPER’s flight instruments are installed, and the rover is more than 80% built!"

Using data from the retired Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA)—a joint project of NASA and the German Space Agency at DLR—Southwest Research Institute scientists have discovered, for the first time, water molecules on the surface of an asteroid.

Feat by scientists at Oxfordshire facility described as ‘fitting swansong’ for pioneering project as reactor is decommissioned

A recent study published in Computers in Human Behavior shows that the more human-like virtual assistants sound, the safer people feel using them for voice shopping.

The British clinical trial of the revolutionary new mRNA treatment will test its effectiveness in combating a range of cancers

Unusual trees found fossilized in Canada were buried alive 350 million years ago. Scientists say the discovery opens a new window into the history of life on Earth.

Genetic analysis of bone fragments from German archaeological site proves that modern humans reached northern Europe not long after they emerged from Africa

The blockbuster medications that reduce body weight also reduce inflammation in the brain, raising hopes that they can treat Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases.

A new study shows that space-grown lettuce is more prone to infections such as E. coli and Salmonella—and that could put astronauts and space missions at risk.

Writing words down increases connectivity linked to memory and learning between different areas of the brain, with the same not being true when things are typed out on a computer