Researchers are studying potential therapies to target cells linked to the development of disorders like high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes.

In this episode of the Big Brains podcast, a scholar digs into the truth about alcohol's benefits and risks.

New research digs into how soil bacteria contribute to the growing global issue of antibiotic resistance.

The hormones that fuel a meerkat queen's power can be a double-edged sword for the health of her offspring, researchers report.

An expert spills the secrets on what you need from each type of glass to ensure every sip brings out the best in your wine.

A new gene therapy can reverse the effects of heart failure and restore heart function in a large animal model.

The apparel industry leaks millions of tons of plastic into environment each year, according to new research.

Brain cancer has an internal clock and syncs its daily rhythms to match—and take advantage of—the rhythms of its host.

Over the past few years, wildfires in Italy have become a common and deadly occurrence. New research uncovers the mafia’s role in the crisis.

Adding strong evidence in support of "walkable" neighborhoods, a new study finds that the built environment can boost how much people walk.