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Mini-organs grown in labs are no longer science fiction. As organoids mimic the brain, liver, and even eyes, they’re reshaping how we approach medicine and forcing us into new ethical dilemmas.

Solar power has emerged as a leading solution to the growing demand for clean and renewable energy. However, while conventional solar panels contribute to clean energy production, their manufacturing ...

Why are humans special? Spoken language, among many other characteristics, distinguishes us from all other species. For a long time, scientists have been curious about the genetic foundations of ...

Human-caused global warming is putting wildlife at risk, and few animals are feeling the effects as much as polar bears (Ursus maritimus). The Arctic is warming faster than anywhere else on Earth, and ...

As you grow, your face may change to resemble stereotypes related to your name. Scientists find that adults fit their names more than kids. Parents have to make many decisions when raising a child.

Antipsychotic drugs can increase the risk of diabetes, but dopamine receptors in the brain and body may be the key to a solution. Antipsychotic drugs are widely prescribed to manage mental health ...

Every protein in the human body has a specific 3D shape that allows it to work properly and keep us healthy, including the ones we rely on to move carbon dioxide from our bodies to our breaths. For ...

Rainforest conservation gains new focus with the discovery that just 2% of the diverse tree species in the forest account for half the trees. When you hear biodiversity, you may think of a green, lush ...

Panic attacks aren’t yet fully understood, but researchers have found a new neuronal pathway that may hold some answers. For many, public speaking is the stuff of nightmares. It can give you sweaty ...

Matabele ants of sub-Saharan Africa are the only other known species to recognize infections and be able to use antibiotics for treatment. The world of ants is a medieval one. Tiny kingdoms in life or ...