Scientists used a measure of lingering radioactivity from nuclear explosions to estimate the age of whale sharks, an endangered species.

Beneath their slick skin, some frog skulls sport spines, spikes, and other skeletal secrets called hyperossification.

Our teeth record experiences like reproduction and incarceration from the time they appear until death, research finds.

Just the right amount of vitamin D, around 800 IU daily, can help senior citizens get back on their feet after hip fracture surgery.

Just the right amount of vitamin D, around 800 IU daily, can help senior citizens get back on their feet after hip fracture surgery.

People with diabetes have a higher risk of broken bones, and may need longer to heal. A drug grown on lettuce could speed things up.

Scientists thought bone healing was the domain of skeletal stem cells, but another kind of cell steps up after an injury, research in mice shows.

Cancer treatment with chemotherapy and radiation can cause bone loss. New research in mice uncovers why that is and how to potentially stop it.

Giant panda babies are 900 times smaller than their mothers, but no one knows exactly why. A new look at their bones may clarify why.

The structure of bones can help 3D printed materials stand up to more wear and tear, which could lead to stronger materials for buildings and vehicles.