Scientists finally reveal why mint feels cold
Stepping outside on a chilly winter morning or placing a mint in…
Scientists discover protein that triggers diabetic blindness
Researchers led by scientists at UCL have discovered a protein that appears…
Golden Retriever genes linked to anxiety, aggression, and intelligence in humans
Researchers at the University of Cambridge have uncovered new insights into the…
A 4,000-year-old sheep reveals the secret of an ancient plague
During the Middle Ages, a devastating plague wiped out roughly one third…
Mayo Clinic discovers rare gene mutation that causes fatty liver disease
Scientists at Mayo Clinic's Center for Individualized Medicine have identified a rare…
Scientists discover a brain signal that may trigger autism’s domino effect
The brain relies on countless chemical messages to keep its networks running…
Scientists discover hidden brain cells that may stop Alzheimer’s tau buildup
The accumulation of tau protein in the brain is a defining feature…
Parents’ stress may be quietly driving childhood obesity, Yale study finds
Childhood obesity has been increasing in recent years. According to the U.S.…
A new “magic mushroom” drug could treat depression without psychedelic hallucinations
Psilocybin, the psychoactive compound found in "magic mushrooms," has drawn growing interest…
Brain scans reveal how ketamine quickly lifts severe depression
Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a major global health problem and one…