Cave Girl
Scientists discover a nearly intact 12 thousand-year-old skeleton in a Yucatán cave.
MS Stem Cell Therapy
New research in mice suggests stem cells could help repair damaged nerves.
Inside of a Whale
Scientists are just beginning to understand the specialized anatomical features that allow whale …
Plastic Regeneration
One day, plastics in many a variety of products may repair themselves.
Slinky Saber Cats
New research sheds light on physical adaptations that allowed saber-tooth cats to hunt prey.
Phone Mood Prediction
Could analyzing phone conversations help predict mood?
Lab-Grown Skin
Tissue engineers have learned to make more realistic human skin.
Height Adjustable Desks
Sedentary workers report increased job performance and creativity after they start using adjustable …
Y Chromosome Origins
Researchers have traced the origin of the sex-determining Y chromosome in mammals.
Young Mouse, Old Mouse
Scientists use blood from young animals to restore the function of damaged tissue in older animals.
Ocean Chemicals
The U.S. has banned some fire retardants because of their toxicity. But the same chemicals are also …
27 Club Myth
Statisticians test whether famous musicians are really more likely to die at age 27.