Ancient lead exposure shaped evolution of human brain

In a surprising discovery, scientists find tiny loops in the genomes of dividing cells

Roots in the dark: Russian scientists uncover hidden carbon dioxide uptake in plant roots

Primate thumbs and brains evolved hand-in-hand

AI analysis of world’s largest heart attack datasets opens way to new treatment strategies

Scientists discover a gene that could triple wheat production

Stress in the strands: Hair offers clues to children’s mental health

Engineered “natural killer” cells could help fight cancer

A deep look into the unique structure and behavior of confined water

AI can spot which patients need treatment to prevent vision loss in young adults

3D printing “glue gun” can generate bone grafts directly onto fractures in animals

You’ve never seen corn like this before

Scientists develop coral-friendly sunscreen from pollen

Fluorescent bacteria ‘shine a light’ on microplastic pollution

Decades-old barrels of industrial waste still impacting ocean floor off Los Angeles

Scientists find curvy answer to harnessing “swarm intelligence”

New AI tool pinpoints genes, drug combos to restore health in diseased cells

Mechanical forces drive evolutionary change

New research ferments the perfect recipe for fine chocolate flavour

Glow-in-the-dark nanoparticles turn houseplants into night lights

Toothpaste made from hair provides natural root to repair teeth