Genealogy study claims first conclusive case of sex ‘distortion’ in humans — but not all researchers are convinced.

Genomic analysis shows that interbreeding between female Neanderthals and human males was less common than the opposite ...

Scientists say the findings are a warning about the kinds of chemical that people are exposed to in the environment.

The panel has been compared to the IPCC – the international panel whose research helped to shape landmark climate agreements.

A proof-of-concept study opens up an avenue for treating solid tumours that express low levels of a target antigen.

Adults whose brains still have strong neuron production seem to have better memory and cognitive function than do those in ...

Advances in organ and computer models are raising the prospect that some animal experiments could be eliminated. But there ...

Jack Horner, who was a consultant for the Jurassic Park films, is among the researchers whose work or careers have been ...

Elderly people with frailty, which affects up to one-quarter of over-50s, increased their endurance after a single dose of ...

Some policymakers think that climate-friendly policies are impeding the adoption of green hydrogen. They should ask ...

The country is facing a coming wave of dementia for its ageing population, and is investing in research into drugs, ...

Researchers summarize key insights from the world’s first comprehensive investigation into how a pandemic started.