A new technique could lead to new, less-invasive treatments for blood disorders and genetic diseases, researchers report.

Researchers have discovered strong evidence that the textbook version of how the universal genetic code evolved needs revision.

A new study finds that participants with sickle cell disease had brains that appeared an average of 14 years older than their actual age.

Didn't take all your vacation time this past year? You might want to change that if you want to improve your health and well-being.

In recent decades, scientists have been split in their theories about the Irish potato famine pathogen's origin. A new study cracks the case.

"Our results show that most people in most countries have a relatively high level of trust in scientists."

New water purification technology helps turn seawater into drinking water without tons of chemicals, researchers report.

A new study identifies human ancestor Australopithecus as a plant eater, narrowing when regular meat consumption increased and brains grew.

An expert explains the backstory and newest science on fluoride, including why the dose matters.

Ritual sacrifices of "sun stones" coincided with a large volcanic eruption that made the sun disappear throughout Northern Europe, research finds.