First hominins on the Tibetan Plateau were Denisovans

So far Denisovans were only known from a small collection of fossil fragments from Denisova Cave…

A comprehensive map of how Alzheimer's affects the brain

Researchers performed the first comprehensive analysis of the genes altered in individual brain cells of patients…

Adverse events during first years of life may have greatest effect on future mental health

A new study has found evidence that children under 3 years old are most the vulnerable…

Transforming waste heat into clean energy

Through a mechanism known as the Spin Hall effect, it has been shown that a voltage…

Denisovans, mysterious extinct humans, conquered high altitudes

A jawbone found in a cave on the Tibetan Plateau in China is providing surprising insights…

NASA Study: Human Influence on Global Droughts Goes Back 100 Years

Human-generated greenhouse gases and atmospheric particles were affecting global drought risk as far back as the…

First moon landing manual could fetch $9 million at auction

The detailed manual used by U.S. astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin to land on the…

ISS Daily Summary Report – 5/01/2019

Crew Off-Duty:  The crew was off-duty today in preparation for SpaceX (SpX)-17 arrival scheduled on Sunday…

NASA and Blue Origin Help Classrooms and Researchers Reach Space

NASA and Blue Origin Help Classrooms and Researchers Reach Space Click here for original…

The new 'runner's high'? Some often mix weed, workouts

A study of cannabis users in states where it’s legal found 82% use the drug before…