Although the study was performed on animals, the researchers say their findings likely apply in some measure to other mammals, including humans

Research reveals details of salivary gland 'bottleneck' that holds back malaria-causing parasites

Knowing more about how sound-detecting cells known as hair cells develop will help scientists figure out ways to replace hair cells that are damaged

Experiments in mice show transmission of nerve-killing protein from the gut into the brain

The findings throw study results into doubt and shed light on the 'reproducibility crisis'

The device, which measures less than five cubic centimeters, is docked onto animals' heads and gathers real-time images

People, like other animals, are likely hardwired to maximize the search for value

One of the biggest challenges in studying Alzheimer's disease thus far is the inability to watch neurofibrillary tangles develop in real time

Unlike heart attack, in which heart muscle dies, heart failure is marked by a long-term inability to pump enough blood to bring needed oxygen to the body

Researchers found that telomere length testing results also could help identify people who are at increased risk for developing diseases associated with short telomeres

Provides unique new framework for early detection of the most common cancers

Researchers analyzed nationwide asthma-related diagnosis and treatment data from the Research Data Assistance Center gathered on 7,810,025 children ages five to 20 years

Modern New Zealand reptile may be a close relative

The scientists say the method, which they based on tests with mouse embryos and thousands of human cells, could improve consistency and efficiency of genome editing

Experts endorse recommendations for blood transfusions that reduce blood use to improve patient safety and outcomes