Humans

Humans

Mummies share their secrets

Cutting-edge technology such as CT, or CAT, scans and endoscopes are allowing scientists to see not just what’s underneath the wrappings but also what’s inside a mummy’s body.

Humans

Old bones ignite fresh debate

Scientists try to understand how 2 million-year-old fossils fit among ancient species.

Animals

An elephant’s “aha!” moment

A young elephant named Kandula passes a tricky test.

Health & Medicine

Worms, your unlikely allies

Parasites show promise in treating immune disorders.

Health & Medicine

A viral sniff

A common virus may get to the brain through the nose.

Health & Medicine

Blood does a body good

Studies of the superfluid aid in the prevention and treatment of diseases.

Health & Medicine

Fats encourage overeating

Scientists find that fats push an “eat more” button in rats.

Health & Medicine

Gut Instinct

New mouse study reveals a connection between intestinal bacteria and behavior.

Health & Medicine

Microbes in the music

A new study finds germs linger on musical instruments.

Health & Medicine

Sunlight worsens jet pollution

Chemical reactions caused by the sun’s rays worsen air pollution from idling jets at airports.

Health & Medicine

New source for healthy fats

Scientists found a way to produce fish oil without harming a single fish.

Animals

Secrets of the world’s extreme divers

For emperor penguins and other animals, being able to hold their breath the longest could be in the blood