Some key molecular interactions are stimulated by movement which guide the cells of the embryo to build a robust yet malleable skeleton

Discovery of a single gene, LGF1, that controls the surface properties of rice

Targeted at RNA researchers and lab managers, the KP100 is a standalone decontamination system that saves time and money unlike existing chemical and heat methods

Study highlights the potential of mosquito gene-modification to combat malaria

Filippo Menczer joins 15 prominent academics in call for greater research into the spread of misinformation online

Technique allows scientists to create atomically-thin fabrics

Trees in the tropics, especially important for the planet, face increasing threats

Discovery suggests the possibility of non-invasive metabolic monitoring for use in research and development of improved therapeutics

Warming-induced plankton growth near Antarctica will impair marine food chain

How empathic we are is not just a result of our upbringing and experience but also partly a result of our genes

Findings could lead to improved care for aging population at higher risk for osteoporosis and periodontitis

Exposure to psychological stress in the form of social conflict alters gut bacteria