human biology

Astronauts should wait up to three years to allow for their ventricles to recover after long space flights

Scientists find the flexible human foot arch may have helped us to run and walk upright

Study looks at reproductive inequality in humans compared to other species

This intuitive approach demonstrates empathy and puts the focus on us, not the external hazards

Dozens of genes previously thought to have similar roles across species are in fact unique to humans

The research suggests that Australopithecus afarensis, of the famous “Lucy” skeleton, is still the most likely ancestor to the genus Homo

Humans are genetically similar to chimpanzees and bonobos, yet there exist obvious behavioral and cognitive differences

Broadly speaking, this gene can be thought of as one of the genetic factors that make us human in a neurological sense

Pre-clinical testing with new in vitro model could streamline vaccine development

First-of-its kind scanner to roll out in Sacramento in Spring 2019