New study explains the gender gap in Alzheimer's rates, with scientists identifying chromosomal differences and hormonal changes as key factors.

Developing elite fruit cultivars typically requires long breeding cycles, especially in perennial woody species. This study ...

After a finite number of divisions, cells simply give up. As each round of replication trims their telomeres—the protective ...

Debate has long surrounded when humans first traveled into Sahul, the ancient landmass that is now Australia, New Guinea and ...

A new study reveals that chromosomal fusions dating back millions of years still influence how quickly copepods adapt to new ...

After a finite number of divisions, cells simply give up. As each round of replication trims their telomeres-the protective ...

SciShow is supported by Brilliant.org. Tiny versions of chromosomes show up in things like birds, reptiles, and amphibians.

Researchers used CRISPR to change the number of chromosomes in Arabidopsis by fusing chromosome arms, reducing the genome ...

The vampire squid is a creature straight out of a gothic horror film. It lurks in the deep-sea abyss, cloaked in dark, webbed ...

Unnecessary procedures on intersex children will be prohibited under laws to be introduced by one Australian state in a move hailed by advocates.

Scientists have found the sweet spot of drinking coffee daily that could lengthen the life span of people with major mental illness and help slow down biological aging by five years.

Genetic evidence shows humans reached Australia 60,000 years ago and may have encountered 'hobbits' along the way in ...