How old do you look? Perceived-age possibly influenced by gene variant
A genetic variant may explain why some people age better than others.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ancient fossils reveal when giant penguins ruled the Earth
A giant penguin reaching up to 1.5m in height once roamed Australia
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.
Genital cosmetic surgery on the rise among adolescent girls in US
New guidelines address the rise of genetic cosmetic surgery in teenage girls.
Immunotherapy: Leukaemia clinical trial sees 93% remission rate in advanced cancer patients
New therapy against leukaemia shows promising results in early-phase clinical trial.
More sex for married couples increases 'unconscious' relationship satisfaction
Couples who have frequent sex have more unconscious positive attitudes towards their partners.
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.
Y chromosome: Ancient male population explosions discovered through modern DNA
Evolution of male population expansion can be traced by analysing differences between Y chromosomes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Girls' schools and highly educated parents up risk of anorexia and bulimia
Rates among teenage girls can vary depending on their school's characteristics.
Sound of people's laughs reveals their relationship status
In modern humans, laughter may be a testimony of a relationship's quality.
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.
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.
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?
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.
Overview effect: Why astronauts feel awe viewing Earth from space
Psychologists probe the 'overview effect' of seeing our planet from afar.
Binge drinking Britain? Brits can drink moderately too, scientists discover
The British are not all binge-drinkers - moderate imbibing at home is increasingly common.
Breast milk biology: Hundreds of different sugar molecules boost baby immunity
Molecules contained in mothers' milk come with a range of health benefits.
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
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.
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.
