Humans were making tools from whale bones as far back as 20,000 years ago, according to a new study. This discovery broadens our understanding of early...
A specific group of nerve cells in the brain stem appears to control how semaglutide affects appetite and weight -- without causing nausea.
Taking a statin medication is an effective, safe, and low-cost way to lower cholesterol and reduce risk of cardiovascular events. Despite clinicians recommending that many patients...
When it comes to public attitudes toward using self-driving cars, understanding how the vehicles work is important -- but so are less obvious characteristics like feelings...
How come you can't tickle yourself? And why can some people handle tickling perfectly fine while others scream their heads off? Neuroscientists argue that we should...
The U.S. is facing a maternal health crisis with higher rates of maternal mortality than any other high-income country. Social and economic factors, including income, are...
A new study shows that people who proactively reorganise their family routines -- such as adjusting childcare schedules or redistributing domestic responsibilities -- are more likely...
Scientists have discovered cells in the skin of Atlantic salmon that offer new insights into how wounds heal, tissues regenerate, and cellular transitions support long-term skin...
Alterations to the diet of pests could impact how quickly they can adapt to biopesticides.
A new study suggests how APOE2 is protective while APOE4 increases disease risk by regulating the brain's immune cells.