Northwestern University researchers have uncovered how carbohydrates in organic matter form water “bridges” with soil minerals, locking in moisture even under extreme drought, a finding that could transform soil management on Earth and inform studies of water retention on other planets.

Just 15 minutes in nature can ease anxiety, lift mood, and boost mental well-being — even in the heart of a city. A new Stanford-led study shows how small doses of green space offer big mental health benefits, especially for young adults.

A new study in the International Journal of Hygiene and Environmental Health finds parents’ workplace chemical exposure may be linked to a range of behavioral challenges and developmental delays in their children with autism.

A new study has revealed that taking more steps and walking faster can significantly reduce the risk of major heart problems especially in people that have high blood pressure. The study also found out that compared to a daily step count of 2,300 steps, every extra 1,000 steps was linked to a 17 % reduction in the risk of developing a major adverse cardiovascular event, up to 10,000 steps.

A new study has revealed that even a few mutated cells can significantly impact the entire blood-forming system. This new finding could potentially change the way doctors treat their cancer patients.

Genetic testing for key gene variants before chemotherapy can cut severe side effects nearly in half for gastrointestinal cancer patients, a Penn Medicine study shows — paving the way for safer, more personalized treatment.

A new study has revealed that most adults in the U.S. have hearts that are older than their age. It further mentions that the gap is wider among men and among those with lower incomes or education or who identify as Black or Hispanic.

Researchers have developed a new deep learning tool which has the capacity to study models of human embryo development in artificial laboratory conditions. The tool can evaluate images of the models equally to expert scientists but 1000 times faster.

An ancient Yersinia pestis genome recovered from sheep sheds new light on a mysterious infectious disease that plagued prehistoric Eurasia for over 2000 years.

Meditation apps are transforming mindfulness from a niche practice into a global, on-demand tool. New research shows they can measurably improve mental and physical health in just minutes a week.