Weight Loss Can Reverse Damage From Years of Obesity
Groundbreaking research shows weight loss isn't just about appearance - it could dramatically reduce diabetes risk and extend lifespan, even for those who've been overweight for years.
Groundbreaking research shows weight loss isn't just about appearance - it could dramatically reduce diabetes risk and extend lifespan, even for those who've been overweight for years.
Groundbreaking archaeological discovery reveals Stone Age people created durable blue paint using complex methods, challenging our understanding of prehistoric technology and artistic sophistication.
New research explores whether a cheeky pint could actually boost your foreign language skills, challenging conventional wisdom about alcohol's effects on cognitive performance.
Discover the extraordinary legacy of Patrick Vaughan, the visionary anaesthetist whose pioneering work transformed surgical safety and saved countless lives worldwide.
A revolutionary new drug, pridopidine, has shown significant promise in slowing the progression of Huntington's disease, offering new hope to UK families affected by the genetic condition.
Groundbreaking medical research from UCL and University College London Hospitals has successfully lowered levels of the toxic protein that causes Huntington's disease using an innovative genetic therapy injected into the spinal fluid.
Groundbreaking research from a leading UK university finds that a disinfectant found in everyday household cleaning products may be fuelling a dangerous antibiotic-resistant bacteria, raising serious concerns for public health.
Former US President Donald Trump has sparked fresh controversy by suggesting a link between acetaminophen use in pregnancy and autism, citing a single study. We examine the claims and the scientific evidence.
Palaeontologists have discovered fossilised remains of a colossal, carnivorous worm that dominated the oceans 518 million years ago. The Timorebestia, or 'terror beast', rewrites our understanding of early marine predators.
British-led research pioneers a revolutionary method of growing personalised organs inside pigs, offering hope for an end to transplant waiting lists and custom-made body parts.
Groundbreaking research reveals promising new approaches that could slow or even prevent Alzheimer's disease, marking a significant shift in the fight against dementia.
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey proposes a 'brain gain' for the NHS, urging the government to actively recruit American cancer researchers facing severe funding cuts under a potential second Trump administration.
Australian health authorities are scrambling for expert advice following a bombshell press conference where a former Trump administration official alleged a link between common painkiller paracetamol and autism spectrum disorders.
The Trump administration has released a divisive report suggesting environmental factors are the primary cause of autism, drawing immediate condemnation from leading researchers and autism advocacy groups who warn it could dangerously misdirect public hea
A tribute to the life and extraordinary interdisciplinary work of Professor Chris Calladine, the Cambridge academic whose insights into DNA and structural engineering left an indelible mark on science.
Scientists release genetically modified mice on a Massachusetts island in a revolutionary public health experiment aiming to disrupt the Lyme disease cycle at its source.
White House officials have raised serious concerns over a Boston University study that created a hybrid Covid-19 strain with an 80% mortality rate in mice, prompting urgent biosafety reviews.
Groundbreaking research demonstrates that listening to music can significantly reduce blood pressure and heart rate in intensive care patients, offering a simple, drug-free aid to recovery.
Discover the science behind NAD+, the crucial coenzyme linked to longevity, cellular repair, and enhanced metabolism. Learn how new supplements could help reverse ageing from within.
Groundbreaking research from Queen's University Belfast uncovers the true genetic origins of the Irish people, tracing ancient DNA back to mass migrations from the Middle East and Eastern Europe.
Exclusive investigation reveals US government agency sanctioned controversial experiments transplanting human foetal tissue into lab animals, sparking fierce ethical debate.
New psychological research reveals the secret formula for a convincing apology. Discover why word choice, timing, and genuine reflection are crucial for forgiveness.
A landmark study from the University of Cambridge has uncovered the distinct personality traits and life patterns of individuals who identify as asexual, offering a new understanding of human sexuality.
Groundbreaking UK research reveals high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes significantly increase deadly liver disease risk, offering new prevention strategies for millions.
Groundbreaking study reveals the remarkable genetic adaptations of the Turkana people, offering new insights into human evolution and survival in one of Africa's most unforgiving landscapes.
A landmark study from the Natural History Museum reveals how British DNA is reshaping our understanding of African genetic history, uncovering centuries of migration and diversity.
The 2025 Ig Nobel Prizes have crowned the year's most bizarre yet thought-provoking research, from AI-composed sea shanties to the aerodynamics of cheese. Discover the science that makes you laugh, then think.
The annual Ig Nobel Awards celebrate the weirdest and most improbable scientific research of the year, honouring studies on why curling pasta is impossible and the magnetic personalities of cows.
Scientists crack the genetic code of the Anopheles funestus mosquito, a major malaria vector in Africa, paving the way for innovative genetic control strategies to combat the deadly disease.
Exclusive: An investigation reveals that Venezuelan scientists are conducting controversial dietary studies on severely malnourished indigenous children without proper ethical approval or parental consent, raising serious human rights concerns.