New research suggests Ötzi's tattoos were made by hand-poking.

It had the body of a croc, the armor plate of an armadillo, the head of a bird and the...

Scientists turned agricultural waste into eco-friendly, sustaianble sanitary products.

This research could lead to new non-hormonal contraceptives and other insights into female fertility.

These compounds could help those who are physically unable to exercise.

Soccer-ball-like particles found in some unique insects have inspired cutting-edge nanotechnology.

Some dairy farms could turn into lifesaving insulin factories.

It's an electric twist to material bonding. Plus, it's completely reversible at the push of a button.

A bold photo project highlights the vital role of pets in improving the mental and physical health of people experiencing...

Different interactions with dogs, like playing or hugging, uniquely change brain activity, enhancing stress relief and concentration.

The findings highlight long-standing biases in how biologists classify mammals.

New research casts doubt on the long-held belief that smaller class sizes benefit children.

Scientists find celebrity worship is tied to insecurities such as social anxiety and smartphone addiction.

New study challenges earlier claims about the ancient whale Perucetus colossus's massive weight, suggesting a far lighter and more plausible...

A green honeycreeper with a body half male and half female captivates scientists.

Researchers have discovered that a specific genetic mutation causes the unique brown fur of Qinling pandas.

RMIT University researchers have created a magnesium-ion water battery that's safer and more sustainable than lithium-ion batteries.

Electric fish employ a unique form of collective sensing, reshaping our understanding of animal communication.

Europa produces about 100 times less oxygen than previously estimated.

A new study challenges the conventional link between dopamine and drug abuse.

A novel method recovers gold from smartphones, computers and other electronic waste using whey protein.

Humans and other apes are tail-less due to a peculiar 'jumping gene', which used to be considered 'junk DNA'.

One specimen was smaller than seven millimeters.

Humping humpbacks add new insight into whale reproductive behavior.

New research is providing insight that may help bridge gravity and quantum mechanics.

The findings underscore the need for more regulatory oversight for tattoo inks.

This is a faster digital method for crafting lifelike prosthetic eyes using 3D printing, promising enhanced comfort and appearance for...

We all need to care more about the ocean. A marine biologist explains why.

Alabaster, a form of gypsum. Credit: Wikimedia Commons. Gypsum is a soft sulfate mineral composed of calcium sulfate dihydrate (CaSO4·2H2O)....

Neanderthals crafted sophisticated adhesives from ochre and bitumen.

Friendships that morph into something more are underrated.

Scientists make a breakthrough in understanding how whales sing.

By surpassing the optical diffraction limit, researchers have engineered a DVD-sized disk capable of storing data equivalent to 10,000 Blu-ray...

Researchers have dramatically narrowed down the possible location of the elusive Planet X, a massive, yet undiscovered member of our...

The LignoSat probe aims to tackle air pollution for defunct satellites — but it has other perks.

We may all be aliens.

Norwegian researchers have devised a new tool that looks for signs of burnout.

Nearly six million donkeys are slaughtered each year for their hides to meet the demand for ejiao, a traditional Chinese...

NASA's Perseverance rover captures Phobos eclipsing the sun on Mars.

New research delves into femcels' experiences and their struggle for empowerment amidst romantic frustration.

The ocean is a lifeline, driving climate and supporting biodiversity. Yet, with rising sea levels and increasing acidification, its future...

Analysis of 7.4 million X posts also shows an alarming link between climate skepticism and low vaccination rates.

Could a canine pill pave the way for human anti-aging treatments?

After farmers wiped out the native hunter-gathers, they too would be replaced by nomadic people from the far east.

Scientists discover a frog in India's Western Ghats with a mushroom growing directly from its skin. Something like this has...

Research shows that valuing understanding others over being understood can lead to more fulfilling relationships.

An unconventional study may help researchers make the most effective malaria vaccine yet.

A drop in volcanic CO2 emissions may have once encased Earth in ice from pole to pole.

Hematite forms through various geological processes and is even found on Mars.

Black holes may be less cosmic villains and more like co-creators in the early universe.