How old do you look? Perceived-age possibly influenced by gene variant
A genetic variant may explain why some people age better than others.
Apr 28, 2016
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome: Abrupt stop in breathing linked to low serotonin levels
Babies who die from SIDS appear to have lower active serotonin, reducing their breathing abilities.
Apr 28, 2016
More friends less pain: Sociable people found to have higher pain threshold
A study of the endorphin system suggests having friends triggers happiness and tolerance to pain.
Apr 28, 2016
Modern humans' diet gave them an advantage over Neanderthals to survive Ice Age
Neanderthal and Homo Sapiens adopted different approaches to food depending on the climate.
Apr 27, 2016
First successful liver transplant between two HIV-positive men performed in Switzerland
The first liver transplantation between two HIV-positive men took place last autumn in Switzerland.
Apr 27, 2016
Ancient fossils reveal when giant penguins ruled the Earth
A giant penguin reaching up to 1.5m in height once roamed Australia
Apr 27, 2016
Multiple sclerosis: Drug boosts myelin regeneration in mice raising hope of future treatments for MS
Scientists have identified a drug that helps myelin regeneration in mice with multiple sclerosis.
Apr 26, 2016
Genital cosmetic surgery on the rise among adolescent girls in US
New guidelines address the rise of genetic cosmetic surgery in teenage girls.
Apr 26, 2016
Immunotherapy: Leukaemia clinical trial sees 93% remission rate in advanced cancer patients
New therapy against leukaemia shows promising results in early-phase clinical trial.
Apr 26, 2016
More sex for married couples increases 'unconscious' relationship satisfaction
Couples who have frequent sex have more unconscious positive attitudes towards their partners.
Apr 26, 2016
WW1 graffiti by Allied soldiers reveal unexpected tourism in France during the war
Soldiers left their marks on the walls of Naours tunnels as they went to visit the ancient underground city.
Apr 25, 2016
Y chromosome: Ancient male population explosions discovered through modern DNA
Evolution of male population expansion can be traced by analysing differences between Y chromosomes.
Apr 25, 2016
Chernobyl 30th anniversary: What does the future look like in the exclusion zone?
Thirty years later, IBTimes UK looks at Chernobyl's future as construction of the New Safe Confinement continues.
Apr 25, 2016
Baby girl with rare cancer saved by innovative targeted therapy
Carina has become the first patient of a type one clinical trial, which has led to the shrinking of her tumour.
Apr 25, 2016
Hand dexterity in chimpanzees is a 'selective advantage' to evaluate fruit ripeness
Chimpanzees show great dexterity with their hands, squeezing the fruits not unlike humans.
Apr 25, 2016
World Meningitis Day 2016: 24 hours can mean the difference between life and death
The annual initiative looks to raise awareness as despite recent vaccination success, the illness still kills yearly.
Apr 23, 2016
Sumatran Rhinos: What strategies can be implemented to save the endangered species?
Sumatran rhinos are among the world's most endangered species, but there may be options to their boost numbers.
Apr 22, 2016
Pacific bluefin tuna stocks down by 97% as environmentalists worry for species' future
An unpublished report shows Pacific bluefin tunas face a severe threat of extinction.
Apr 22, 2016
Girls' schools and highly educated parents up risk of anorexia and bulimia
Rates among teenage girls can vary depending on their school's characteristics.
Apr 22, 2016
Sound of people's laughs reveals their relationship status
In modern humans, laughter may be a testimony of a relationship's quality.
Apr 21, 2016
Chemicals in everyday household products could increase risk of obesity
A chemical found in plastic leads to an accumulation of lipids in the cells, and potential obesity.
Apr 21, 2016
Internet hoax dupes credulous into believing the moon will turn green
A bizarre hoax leading people to believe the moon will appear green is trending online.
Apr 21, 2016
Mini pink moon 2016: Meaning behind April full moon and where to watch live online
A mini pink moon can be observed in April 2016. What is the meaning behind the farthest full moon of the year's name?
Apr 21, 2016
Rennes clinical trial: Fatal errors in dosing led to death of study participant
A new report highlights errors committed by Bial and Biotrial during fatal clinical trial error that killed one.
Apr 20, 2016
Overview effect: Why astronauts feel awe viewing Earth from space
Psychologists probe the 'overview effect' of seeing our planet from afar.
Apr 20, 2016
Binge drinking Britain? Brits can drink moderately too, scientists discover
The British are not all binge-drinkers - moderate imbibing at home is increasingly common.
Apr 20, 2016
Breast milk biology: Hundreds of different sugar molecules boost baby immunity
Molecules contained in mothers' milk come with a range of health benefits.
Apr 19, 2016
Cult leaders: What makes people like David Koresh so successful at getting people to follow them?
The psychology of cult leaders like David Koresh have fascinated sociologists for decades
Apr 19, 2016
Medieval town with unusual animal graveyard discovered in Irvine archaeological dig
Excavation of part of a site near the old Town House uncovers medieval objects.
Apr 19, 2016
Watch rare encounter between a lynx and a wolf captured on video in Poland's Carpathian mountains
The video, released by the WWF, shows two of the continent's most endangered predators.
Apr 18, 2016
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