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Human bodies have been studied and dissected for thousands of years, sometimes to extreme lengths. But what happens if you ...

The tidal forces produced by a tiny black hole would have an interesting effect on human bodies.

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Nanoplastics derived from single-use PET bottles can directly disrupt key biological systems that are vital for human health, ...

RICHMOND, Va. — What makes you happy? Is it the rich taste of chocolate, the serenity of a long walk on the beach or the rush of skateboarding? No matter what brings you joy, the impact of happiness ...

New research shows feverish temperatures make it more difficult for viruses to hijack our cells. A mouse study suggests it's ...

I visited a body farm and an anatomy lab to see what the process looks like at its best. Rebecca George doesn’t mind the vultures. They remind her of toddlers as they rustle their feathers in ...