Penn researchers have revealed that red blood cells, not just platelets, play an active role in clot contraction. For years, scientists believed that red blood cells simply tagged along during clot ...

A new study shows that faulty mitochondria may be a root cause of dementia symptoms. Stimulating these cellular “powerhouses” in mice restored memory, offering a potential new approach to treating ...

Brain scans show that certain cortical layers, especially in the touch-processing area, resist aging or even strengthen with time, suggesting that use and stimulation can preserve brain function far ...

Research reveals that even modern eco-design stoves can emit dangerous pollutants indoors. Ventilation and fuel choice ...

A new $2 gold nanoparticle test can detect deadly diseases in minutes, without a lab, offering life-saving speed and accuracy anywhere in the world.

Many people with dementia endure long delays, often over 3 years, before receiving a diagnosis, with even longer waits for younger patients.

By studying the leopard-like spots on rocks from Earth and Mars now, scientists will be ready to analyze returned space samples when they arrive. In 2024, NASA’s Perseverance rover retrieved an ...

Black holes don’t just warp space, they sing. And now, for the first time, we’ve figured out what their cosmic echoes really sound like.

Astronomers have discovered the most distant confirmed black hole, hidden inside a rare galaxy known as a “Little Red Dot.” Its enormous size and early existence challenge current theories about how ...

A new study warns that time spent by children and young adults on phones, gaming consoles, and other electronic devices may ...

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is the leading cause of premature death worldwide and is strongly linked to heart ...

Greenland’s melting glaciers feed ocean life, sparking blooms that could reshape ecosystems and the planet’s carbon balance.