Methane emissions from trees

A new study is one of the first in the world to show that tree trunks…

Satellite galaxies at edge of Milky Way coexist with dark matter

New research rules out a challenge to the accepted standard model of the universe and theory…

Not a pipe dream anymore. Space-farming: A long legacy leading us to Mars

Research into space farming has resulted in numerous Earth-based advances (e.g., LED lighting for greenhouse and…

How do plants make oxygen? Ask cyanobacteria

Researchers reveal the family tree of the group of microorganisms responsible for 'inventing' the oxygen-producing photosynthesis…

Prudence, impatience and laziness: Are these contagious personality traits?

People tend to unconsciously imitate others' prudent, impatient or lazy attitudes, according to a new study.…

High doses of vitamin C to improve cancer treatment passes human safety trial

Clinical trials found that it is safe to regularly infuse brain and lung cancer patients with…

NIH funding helps generate private-sector patents

Research grants issued by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) contribute to a significant number of…

Aging: Cell coordination breakdown

Scientists have resolved a key question in aging research by showing how mouse immune cells of…

Previous exposure to flaviviruses increases effects of Zika

Prior infection with dengue or West Nile virus can enhance the effects of Zika infection, a…

Vaginal bacteria can trigger recurrent UTIs, study shows

A kind of bacteria found in the vagina may trigger recurrent UTIs, according to researchers. The…