"Why do some people generate this very profound response, especially elderly people or people with underlying health conditions?" New research may explain.

A noninvasive sleep test may help diagnose and predict dementia in older adults by measuring brain activity.

New research finds a link between using marijuana during pregnancy and the risk of psychotic-like experiences, depression, and social problems for kids.

New findings boost chances of finding life on Mars, but there are better candidates in the solar system.

The naturalist uses a UN event to call on world leaders to do more to protect nature.

A new self-erasing chip could help stop counterfeit electronics. It can store a secret message or authentication code for days before it disappears.

A new study shows international support for simple funding plans to amend climate policy to address climate change, even if the costs are high.

The gender gap in computing performance has dramatically narrowed, but a confidence gap remains.

As policymakers weigh financial aid for the airline industry, they have an opportunity to help make the US organ transplantation system more equitable at the same time.