Two new studies found that ancient human ancestors carried a surprising diversity of genes for amylase, an enzyme that breaks Read More
Primitive animals called comb jellies can fuse their bodies and nervous systems together.Read More
Scientists have mapped out how 140,000 neurons are wired in the brain of the fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster.Read More
In 10 flights over Japan, researchers found a host of bacteria and fungi. These high-altitude germs could help spread disease around Read More
Chimps and other apes have been observed making more than 80 meaningful gestures. Three theories have tried to explain why.Read More
A study comparing chimpanzee and human brains suggests that the regions that grew the most during human evolution are the Read More
Researchers stumbled upon an ingredient that can stabilize droplets of genetic material: water.Read More
Many patients thought to be in vegetative or minimally conscious states may be capable of thought, researchers reported.Read More
After promising results in monkeys, scientists plan to test the new treatment in a few people with H.I.V.Read More
New fossils from Indonesia, including the smallest humerus ever found from an adult hominin, belonged to the tiny Homo floresiensis Read More
