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As the Northern Hemisphere progresses through the balmy days of Spring, it's a perfect time...

A new study has found evidence of a brain link that could explain why Tourette...

In the wild unknown, out beyond the orbit of Neptune, astronomers have found a tiny...

Plant seeds can sense the vibrations generated by falling raindrops and respond by waking from...

Here's something archaeologists don't see every day, or indeed ever: An ancient Egyptian mummy with...

Exercising smarter rather than harder could lead to more effective muscle training, offering those of...

A pioneering project has revealed the human body like never before, from entire organs down...

Male birdwatchers may have an unexpected advantage when sneaking in for a close-up in a...

Dementia is often associated with older people, but it doesn't just appear out of nowhere....

The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is one of the world's most common viruses, thought to be...

Nutritional supplements are exploding in popularity, but some experts remain skeptical of the numerous health...

The world is now swimming in so many synthetic chemicals, some scientists think we have...

This week in science: Why your cat won't eat; a possible explanation for why some...

Defeating obesity is rarely easy. For many people, even successful weight loss is followed by...

Ever wondered where in the world your backyard was, within the ancient supercontinent of Pangaea?...

It's entirely normal and healthy to be a little self-involved from time to time. But...

Pancreatic cancer is on course to be the second-leading cause of cancer-related death in the...

Yawning has an unusual and unexpected effect on the flow of fluid protecting the brain,...

Geologists have discovered that the African continent will split apart sooner than we thought. An...