A tiny, fast, and powerful light analyzer could soon bring lab-grade spectroscopy to your pocket. Credit: Shutterstock. A ...

Contaminated irrigation and weak cold storage are fueling E. coli in lettuce. But the fix? It’s simpler—and more effective—than you might think.

A study that compared the gene expression profile of Alzheimer's disease with those triggered by 1,300 approved drugs identified a combination of two cancer medications as a potential treatment for ...

Scientists have discovered that a common soil fungus, Rhizophagus irregularis, can naturally boost the nutritional value of ...

In a fascinating dive into the strange world of quantum physics, scientists have shown that light can interact with itself in bizarre ways—creating ghost-like virtual particles that pop in and out of ...

The study reveals that many young people in Africa, and some in the U.S., may have a non-autoimmune form of type 1 diabetes, suggesting the potential for more accurate diagnoses and targeted ...

Creatine is stepping out of the gym and into the broader health conversation. Once associated solely with muscle-building, it’s now recognized as a powerful molecule with roles in brain function, ...

Scientists have created a once-theoretical molecule under space-like conditions, revealing new insights into the chemistry of the cosmos and the origins of complex compounds. Scientists from the ...

Prehistoric communities in western Iran brought wild boars from far distances as symbolic gifts for a communal feast. While magnets and shot glasses make for lighthearted holiday keepsakes, food items ...

Fossil tracks from 545 million years ago suggest complex life forms were already crawling around before the Cambrian explosion began, hinting that evolution’s greatest leap may have started much ...

Scientists have discovered that Uranus gives off more heat than it takes in from the Sun, revealing that the planet still ...

Why Are Barns Red? Many American barns are painted red for three main reasons: it’s rooted in tradition, the color is practical, and it has a strong visual appeal. While appearance is a big motivator ...