Astronomers have known for some time that nearby supernovae have had a profound effect on Earth’s evolution. For starters, ...

Whales might have played a much bigger role in ocean life than we ever imagined. Scientists have discovered that whale poop is rich in iron and other nutrients, which may have helped fertilize the ...

Researchers have found a way to 3D print powerful and sustainable thermoelectric materials, which could improve cooling technology in electronics, medicine, and energy harvesting. This new method, ...

Terahertz waves, which have higher frequencies than radio waves, could revolutionize technology by enabling faster wireless ...

It was a dramatic and unusual sight: a Delta Air Lines passenger jet crash-landed on Monday at Toronto Pearson International ...

A new study from the University of Reading and the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust has shown that virtual reality (VR) can help stroke patients regain arm movement when combined with traditional ...

A new study published in JMIR Serious Games suggests that serious video games, when combined with medication, may help ...

For over 100 years, doctors and health experts have used the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) to name and ...

Ultra-processed foods have become a staple in American households, and their widespread consumption could be taking a serious ...

Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how the body processes sugar, or glucose. While many people with diabetes manage their blood sugar levels with medications, diet, and exercise, ...

There’s a reason we can spot a friend in a crowd—humans are wired to focus on faces. We’re incredibly skilled at recognizing ...

Around 500,000 years ago, a group of horses, sloths, and armadillos met an unfortunate fate when they fell into a sinkhole in ...