Top-ranking baboons age the fastest. Is it worth it?
New research looks at the epigenetic effects of social status in baboons
Researchers might be using your Facebook data in their papers
A recent study asked people what they thought about academics using their social media data
Biologists grow mouse eggs in mini ovaries developed from stem cells
The advance could generate new solutions to for human fertility issues
Genes related to sleep help cells stay free of toxins
Genetic research in fruit flies points to an important link between sleep and cellular housekeeping
Scientists must speak out against misinformation about "immune-boosting" supplements
Dietary supplements can be dangerous, despite what social media influencers say
The butyrate produced by your gut bugs is good for your health
Gut bacteria make butyrate when they break down resistant starches. But the science of how you can boost it is proving to be personal
Could blockchain technology protect patients from counterfeit medication?
Not so fast. We should be wary of trying to science our way out of large-scale health issues
Google's new dermatology app misses the mark for BIPOC people
The technology was trained on 64,387 images, only a tiny portion of which featured dark-skinned people
Changing your microbiome could be as easy as taking a walk in the park
Bacteria from soil, plants, and air transfer to your body when you go outside, potentially bringing health benefits
Tear gas used in 2020 protests wreaked havoc on people's health
The chemical control isn't just a short-term irritant. For many, it caused lasting physical and psychological effects, including menstrual issues
When sperm can’t modify their proteins, their motors stop swimming
New study validates long-suspected biological reason for sperm-based infertility
Antioxidant found in green tea protects “the guardian of the genome”
New research identifies a molecular mechanism for green tea's anti-cancer effects
Not an early bird? Don't worry — afternoon workouts could be better for your health
New research found that afternoon exercise provides greater health benefits for some people than a morning workout
Microbes in your gut might be impairing your memory
Gut microbes send different signals to the brain in people with obesity
Your morning walk, no matter how far, can help you live longer
Science says it's okay if you only get 15 minutes of exercise per day (but the more the better)