These “walking sharks” can lay eggs without spending extra energy, rewriting what scientists thought they knew about reproduction.

A single ancient jawbone is rewriting what scientists thought they knew about humanity’s forgotten relatives.

New research indicates that choosing cannabis-infused drinks instead of alcoholic beverages may offer a new approach to reducing alcohol-related harm.

New research suggests that exposure to a common “forever chemical” may interfere with the earliest stages of pregnancy. A new animal study suggests that perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), a chemical used ...

A new vibration-activated whitening powder uses electric toothbrush motion to brighten teeth while repairing enamel and influencing oral bacteria. Tooth stains are not always a brushing problem. Some ...

Scientists have discovered an enzyme that drives fat production and shown that blocking it prevents weight gain and lowers cholesterol in mice. Obesity is now one of the most widespread health ...

Termites became social powerhouses by stripping away genes tied to competition and independence. This genetic shedding locked in monogamy, boosted cooperation, and paved the way for their ...

The inclusions are so faint in the unpolished amber that Goethe, despite his interest in observing nature, likely never realized he had insects preserved inside what amount to biological time capsules ...

Tiny plastic particles may be quietly reshaping microbial life in drinking water systems. Nanoplastics already raise fears because people can ingest them directly. Now scientists say these tiny partic ...

A new study in mice suggests that memory problems in Alzheimer’s disease may stem from a breakdown in how the brain replays recent experiences during periods of rest. The research was carried out by s ...

A new metasurface lets scientists flip between ultra-stable light vortices, paving the way for tougher, smarter wireless communication.

Earthquake sensors are giving scientists a new way to track space junk as it falls back to Earth.