The insect repellent, DEET, seems to be losing its effectiveness against mosquitoes.
Oceanic whitetip sharks are more homebodies than anything else, revisiting areas that they're familiar with, according to new tracking data.
The tiniest planet beyond our Solar System has been discovered by NASA.
Researchers have identified a biological marker in the immune system that predicts our ability to fight off the common cold.
Track meteorites in an interactive map that shows strikes dating as far back as 2,300 BCE.
Computer scientists have created a wraparound virtual world where a researcher wearing 3D glasses can explore scenarios that they might not otherwise be able to experience.
ESO's VISTA telescope has captured a new, infrared image of the Lobster Nebula.
Researchers and environmental groups alike are trying to highlight the plight of the polar bear as populations continue to drop.
There's a biological explanation for the reason why women talk more than men. Scientists have discovered a protein that's found in higher concentrations in the brains of women.
Evolution is surprisingly predictable, according to new research with E. Coli.
Researchers have found the brain chemicals that allow seals to sleep with only half of their brains, raising future possibilities for sleep research in humans.
Brain lesions may be able to predict Alzheimer's disease in patients, according to a new study.