A new documentary brings early human history to life with a "scientifically accurate" collection of hyper-real 3D models.

"Humans picked up some Neanderthal DNA through interbreeding, while the Neanderthal population, always fairly small, was ...

Skin is the body's first line of defense against an array of environmental hazards. But when our skin's natural oils react ...

Hemifusomes are fused vesicles, or sacs of fluid, that were previously unknown to exist inside cells. They were discovered ...

Researchers are making ever more sophisticated mini organs in the lab — and now they can grow their own blood vessels. The ...

Putting your weight into opening a door (say, with your shoulder) is easier than using your hands. Sliding heavy cardboard ...

A new skin-like sensor developed by an international team led by researchers at Penn State could help doctors monitor vital ...

The remains of extinct Homo erectus dredged from the seabed off Java, along with thousands of animal fossils, are revealing a long-lost ecosystem.

Fans of The Simpsons might remember the episode where disgruntled dolphins storm Springfield, march down Main Street and ...

But even if we do create a vehicle that hits Mach 10, a human probably wouldn't be able to survive the ride, as that speed would obliterate the pilot's body.

When you think of organs, your heart, lungs, and kidneys may come first to mind. It’s easy to overlook your body’s largest and most visible organ: the skin.

As body moisture is lost through the various evaporative processes the overall circulating volume is reduced which can lead to dehydration. This decrease in fluid level makes the body more susceptible ...