In addition to gathering data on hundreds of known objects, this survey revealed 461 previously undetected objects.

Lava samples have revealed a new truth about the geological make-up of the Earth’s crust and could have implications for volcanic eruptions

The huge comet or minor planet, which astronomers are calling 'the coolest thing we've found', is expected to reach Saturn in 2031

Researchers in Japan looked at saliva samples taken from two different age groups to see if the composition of saliva changes as one ages.

UC Riverside scientists are studying whether they can turn edible plants like lettuce into mRNA vaccine factories.

A newly discovered parasitic bacteria to slow down plant aging, may offer new ways to protect disease-threatened food crops.

Explorers have uncovered eight additional miles of passageways inside Kentucky's Mammoth Cave. Officials say there could be more to find.

While black holes and toddlers don't seem to have much in common, they are remarkably similar in one aspect: Both are messy eaters.

A 900-year-old cosmic mystery surrounding the origins of a famous supernova first spotted over China in 1181AD has finally been solved.

Sweaty palms during a job interview. Racing heartbeat before the walk down the aisle. Stomach pains ahead of a final exam.

A study found that a waterfall, bird songs and waves crashing on a beach are among the sounds that can bring back happiest memories.

Gut microbiota influences the ability to lose weight in humans, according to new research.

The ability of cognitive control allows humans to override the brain’s impulses and also plays a role in making moral decisions.

Chatting with a robot is now part of many families' daily lives, thanks to conversational agents such as Apple's Siri or Amazon's Alexa.

The study provides strong evidence for the manufacture of clothing as far back as 120,000 years ago.

Most of the cells in our bodies – be they bone, muscle or pancreas cells – are locked into the right place with the help of tiny anchors.

A new study at Tel Aviv University found that eosinophils - a type of white blood cells - are recruited to the battle against cancer.

A giant fossilized penguin discovered by New Zealand school children has been revealed as a new species in a peer-reviewed journal.

Men’s sleep may be more powerfully influenced by the lunar cycle than women’s, according to a new study from Uppsala University

Researchers show that an enzyme complex named HTC (hydride transfer complex) can inhibit cells from aging.