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New DNA Evidence Reveals What Actually Killed Napoleon’s Grand Army in 1812

Napoleon's army was the largest Europe had ever seen, but in just a few months it was obliterated.

This mRNA HIV Vaccine Produces the Virus-Fighting Antibodies That Have Eluded Researchers for 40 Years

New mRNA-based HIV vaccines spark hope with potent immune responses in first human trial

Aging Might Travel Through Your Blood and This Protein Is Behind It

Researchers identify a molecular “messenger” that spreads cellular aging between organs.

Older Adults Keep Their Brains up to Two Years 'Younger' Thanks to This Cognitive Health Program

Structured programs showed greater cognitive gains, but even modest lifestyle changes helped.

Optimists Are All the Same; Pessimists Are All Different

Researchers found the brain activity of optimists looked strikingly similar to that of other optimists.

Ohio Couple Welcomes World's “Oldest Baby” From 30-Year-Old Frozen Embryo

A record-breaking birth brings new questions about the limits of life in cold storage

This New Coating Repels Oil Like Teflon Without the Nasty PFAs

An ultra-thin coating mimics Teflon’s performance—minus most of its toxicity.

People in Thailand were chewing psychoactive nuts 4,000 years ago. It's in their teeth

The teeth Chico, they never lie.

Potatoes were created by a plant "love affair" between tomatoes and a wild cousin

It was one happy natural accident.

We Might Be Ingesting Thousands of Lung-Penetrating Microplastics Daily in Our Homes and Cars — 100x More Than Previously Estimated

Microscopic plastic particles are everywhere and there's more than we thought.

This Scientist Stepped Thousands of Times on Deadly Snakes So You Don't Have To. What He Found Could Save Lives

This scientist is built different.

This Study Finds a Chilling Link Between Personality Type and Trump Support

Malevolent traits and reduced empathy go hand in hand.

Scientists Say Junk Food Might Be as Addictive as Drugs

This is especially hurtful for kids.

Stuttering Has Deep Genetic Roots and May Affect Your Ability to Clap to a Beat

A massive genetic study found that stuttering is not just about nurture and may link to processing rhythm itself.

Your Brain Gives Off a Faint Light and It Might Say Something About It Works

Some researchers believe that ultraweak photon emissions could be used to interpret brain activity.

If You’re Nostalgic for a Place, It’s Probably Somewhere Near Water

There's just something about the sea.

Tooth nerves aren't just for pain. They also protect your teeth

We should be more thankful for what's in our mouths.

Temporary Tattoo Turns Red If Your Drink Has Been Spiked

This skin-worn patch can detect GHB in drinks in under one second

7,000 Steps a Day Keep the Doctor Away

Just 7,000 steps a day may lower your risk of death, dementia, and depression.

Ancient DNA Reveals the Surprising Origins of Attila’s Huns. Genetics Point to an Ancient Mongolian Empire

Ancient DNA traces the Huns' journey from Mongolia to Europe. But this wasn't straightforward.

Amish Kids Almost Never Get Allergies and Scientists Finally Know Why

How Amish barns could hold the secret to preventing the onset of allergies.

Surgeons Found a Way to Resuscitate Dead Hearts and It Already Saved A Baby's Life

Can we reboot the human heart? Yes, we can, and this could save many dying babies and adults who are waiting for a transplant.

Scientists transform flossing into needle-free vaccine

In the not-too-distant future, your dentist might do more than remind you to floss—they might vaccinate you, too.

UK Families Welcome First Healthy Babies Born With DNA From Three People

Eight children were born with DNA from three people to prevent a deadly genetic disease.

Fasting Before Bed Could Supercharge Your Brain’s Memory System While You Sleep

Skipping dinner might be a weird but effective way to boost your memory.

Ozzy Osbourne’s Genes Really Were Wired for Alcohol and Addiction

His genome held strange secrets: a turbocharged alcohol gene, rewired brain chemistry, and a slow-burn caffeine receptor.

Ozempic Works Wonders Until You Stop. Then, the Weight Starts to Come Back

When the prescription runs out, the kilos come back.

How Handing Smartphones to Kids Before They Turn 13 May Damage Their Mental Health for Life

The earlier kids get phones, the worse their mental health looks by adulthood.

Your Workout Might Be Coaching Your Gut Bacteria to Help Fight Cancer

You gut microbes seem to produce more formate when you exercise and this may be key to fighting tumors.

Who’s Really in Charge? By 12 Months Old, Your Baby Is Already Guiding You

A new study in eLife reveals a surprising twist in infant attention research. By 12 months old, infants do not simply respond to caregivers: they often drive attention themselves, using brain-based rhythms. Caregivers are responsive, but not in control of the interaction. This study challenges the belief that adults guide early attention and shows that […]

A Simple Heat Hack Could Revolutionize How We Produce Yogurt

In principle, the method could be deployed tomorrow, researchers say.

Scientists Call for a Global Pause on Creating “Mirror Life” Before It’s Too Late: “The threat we’re talking about is unprecedented”

Creating synthetic lifeforms is almost here, and the consequences could be devastating.

Can You Tell Which Knot Is Strongest? Most People Fail This Surprisingly Tough Challenge

Knots are a test of physical intuition and most of us are failing hard.

Low testosterone isn't killing your libido. Sugar is

Small increases in blood sugar can affect sperm and sex, even without diabetes

There might be an anti-aging secret hiding in magic mushrooms

Psilocybin extends cell life, and preserves aging DNA structures.

This is How Exercise Supercharges the Immune System Against Cancer

Exercise reshapes gut bacteria to supercharge immune response against tumors.

Selfies are wrong; and also not right

Your left cheek could be the secret to getting more likes on social media.

Can Dogs Really Smell Parkinson’s? These Two Good Boys Say Yes

Our best friend is even more awesome than we thought.

This Bionic Knee Plugs Into Your Bones and Nerves, and Feels Just Like A Real Body Part

No straps, no sockets: MIT team created a true bionic knee and successfully tested it on humans.

A New Vaccine Could Stop One of the Deadliest Forms of Breast Cancer Before It Starts

A phase 1 trial hints at a new era in cancer prevention

Ozempic Is Changing More Than Waistlines as Scientists Wise Up to Concerning Side Effects

But GLP-1 drugs also offer many benefits beyond weight loss.

Researchers stop Parkinson's symptoms in mice using a copper supplement. Could humans be next?

Could we stop Parkinson's by feeding neurons copper?

I Don’t Know Who Needs to Hear This, But It's Okay to Drink Coffee in the Summer

Finally, some good news.

New Blood Test Reveals How Fast Your Organs Are Aging. Your Brain’s Biological Age May Hold the Key to How Long You Live

People with "older" brains had a much higher risk of dying compared to "younger" brains.

Deadly Heatwave Killed 2,300 in Europe, and 1,500 of those were due to climate change

How hot is too hot to survive in a city?

You're not imagining it, Mondays really are bad for your health

We've turned a social construct into a health problem.

These Wild Tomatoes Are Reversing Millions of Years of Evolution

Galápagos tomatoes resurrect ancient defenses, challenging assumptions about evolution's one-way path.

A Common Cough Syrup Might Protect the Brain in Parkinson’s Dementia

An old drug reveals new potential — but only in some patients.

Doctors Restored Hearing in Children and Adults With a Single Shot

A one-time injection helped some patients hear for the first time in their lives

Being Left-Handed Might Not Make You More Creative After All

It's less about how you use your hands than how you use your brain.