Domestication Syndrome
A new hypothesis ties domestication in mammals to “cute” physical features.
Time of Day Medicine
The outcome of a medical test could be affected by the time of day.
Friendship Genetics
Your friends may be as closely related to you as a fourth cousin.
Mouth-to-Heart Infections
Bacteria that cause gum disease can migrate to the cardiovascular system and hide there.
Malaria Odor
The malaria parasite may make its host extra-appetizing to mosquitoes, just when the contagion risk …
Bubble Brains
In stock trading simulations, people's brains indicate whether or not they'll get out before the …
Toxic Microplastics
Plastics in the ocean soak up toxins, and could harm sea life.
Ancient Cat History
Humans and cats kept close company in a Chinese village 5,300 years ago.
Birds on Life Support
Hawaii’s birds face multiple threats, but one small thrush on the island of Kaua’i is a success …
3-D Tissue
3-D scaffolding in cells helps scientists understand a patient’s cancer cells and personalize …