A newly discovered neuron-released enzyme could transform pain treatment and reveal deeper secrets of how the brain learns.

A survey measuring the ethanol levels in fruits consumed by chimpanzees suggests that these animals are regularly exposed to alcohol. Researchers from the, Berkeley, conducted the first direct measure ...

Scientists have uncovered an unexpected function for a crucial protein involved in cell division. Reported in two consecutive publications, the finding challenges long-accepted models and standard ...

Researchers discovered that moss spores can survive nearly a year exposed directly to space. Despite intense UV radiation and temperature swings, most spores remained viable when returned to Earth.

Scientists have discovered that deep earthquake faults can heal themselves within hours, acting like “quick-set glue” after ...

A breakthrough live-cell sensor makes DNA repair visible as it happens, unlocking new possibilities in biology and medicine.

A massive geomagnetic superstorm in May 2024 gave scientists an unprecedented look at how Earth’s plasma shield collapses and ...

Researchers have created an iron-based catalyst that controls methane’s extreme reactivity, opening the door for natural gas ...

A new method uses microwaves to lower the energy required for certain industrial processes. Some industrial chemical ...

Ancient wetland earthworks in Bolivia reveal sustainable Indigenous land management that continues to inspire modern conservation. In Bolivia’s hidden tectonic lakes, researchers uncovered vast ...

In a surprising finding, the first randomized clinical trial revealed that drinking a cup of coffee each day reduces the risk ...

Paleontologists at the University of Chicago have revealed fossilized duck-billed dinosaur specimens from Wyoming that were carefully prepared in the Fossil Lab. These fossils preserve soft tissue and ...