Sex : Science World Report

Jun 02, 2015 02:26 PM EDT

New Species of Sex-Crazed Marsupial Engages in a Mating Frenzy Until It Dies

Researchers may have uncovered two new species of sexually suicidal carnivorous marsupials. They've found rodent-like creatures that engage in a frenzy of sex that eventually kills them.

Jun 01, 2015 06:39 PM EDT

Study Examines Musculoskeletal Differences Between Sexes

New findings published in the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (JAAOS) examines gender differences in the treatment of various musculoskeletal differences.

Jun 01, 2015 02:39 PM EDT

Endangered Sawfish Have Virgin Births: First Discovered in the Wild

It turns out that endangered sawfish may be performing miracles: virgin births. Scientists have discovered that some female members of this species can reproduce without sex in the wild.

May 08, 2015 04:45 PM EDT

More Sex Doesn't Mean More Happiness

It turns out that sex won't make you as happy as self-help books claim. Scientists have discovered that increased frequency of sex actually led to a decline in wanting for and the enjoyment of sex.

May 05, 2015 11:44 PM EDT

General Shifts In Attitudes Toward Sex: Are Millennials More Accepting?

New findings presented in the Archives of Sexual Behavior examined a substantial generational shift in attitudes toward non-marital sex and the number of sexual partners involved.

Apr 15, 2015 01:20 AM EDT

Women Have Greater Fears Of Physical Crime From Potential Sexual Harm

New findings published in the journal Sex Roles examine how some women may have a greater fear of physical crime due to the potential of sexual harassment and/or rape.

Apr 13, 2015 01:56 PM EDT

HPV Vaccine For Boys: Researchers Push For Related Cancer Prevention At A Young Age

Not all types of the human papillomavirus (HPV) are thought to be connected to cancer, but statistics show that it is estimated to be responsible for more than 90 percent of anal and cervical cancers, about 70 percent of vaginal and vulvar cancers and over 60 percent of penile cancers.

Mar 23, 2015 03:45 PM EDT

Exercise Is Important For Men Who Want To Perform Best In Bed

Men who exercise are more likely to perform better in bed. New findings published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine show that this includes fuller and long-lasting erections, regardless of race.

Mar 17, 2015 01:29 AM EDT

It's 'Ok' To Watch Porn: It Might Even Make You Better In Bed, Study Says

New findings published in the journal Sexual Medicine actually suggest that watching porn can make men better lovers.

Feb 19, 2015 06:51 AM EST

Neanderthals Divided Up Daily Tasks Based on Sex

It turns out that Neanderthals divided their labor based on sex. Scientists have found that there was a gender-based division of labor among Neanderthal communities, which reveals a bit more about how these ancient hominins lived.

Feb 17, 2015 09:21 AM EST

Sex Benefits Humans Over Time with Disease Resistance

For decades, scientists have examined the genetic advantage of sexual reproduction versus asexual reproduction. Yet theories of this genetic advantage have never been proven in humans--until now.

Feb 12, 2015 05:04 PM EST