Could low vitamin D levels signal an increased risk of stroke? New research presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2015 found that low levels of this essential vitamin that helps strengthen bones are also linked to stroke risk.
It turns out that like humans, wasps don't like an unfamiliar face. Scientists have found that a species of tropical wasps can memorize the faces of members of their colony and then attack any individual with an unfamiliar face.
If you want to impress the scientist in your life this Valentine's Day, you may want to grab some of this bling. For this week's "Geek Gadgets," we've picked the top five pieces of science-related jewelry.
There may be a new technique to enhance graphene. Scientists have found that a winding thread of odd rings at the border of two sheets of graphene has qualities that could be valuable to manufacturers.
Neanderthals existed at the same time as humans but eventually these hominids became extinct. Now, scientists have taken a closer look at Neanderthals to find out exactly when they disappeared from existence.
Pigeons aren't such bird brains after all. Although their brains are no bigger than the tip of an index finger, pigeons can learn the same way that human children can.
Take it easy when you go jogging. Scientists have taken a closer look at runners and have found that jogging may be best in small quantities when it comes to your health.
Climate change is causing drought to be more likely in the breadbasket of the U.S. Now, though, researchers may have found a way to counteract this type of drought.
For millions of years, South America was isolated from the rest of the world-a type of island continent. Despite its isolation, animals managed to arrive on the landmass, such as monkeys and rodents. Now, scientists have discovered the origins of monkeys in South America.
Scientists have calculated that there may be hundreds of billions of Earth-like planets in our galaxy which could support life.
Behold the humble tomato. It goes in our sauces and on our pizza. It brightens up salads and goes on our fries. Now, scientists have taken a closer look at the tomato's genetics and have found how different plants manage to thrive in wildly different environments.
Could your smartphone one day detect HIV or syphilis?
