Kidney cells can make memories too. At least, in a metaphorical sense. Neurons have historically been the cell most associated with memory. But far outside the brain, kidney cells can also store ...

Cave-ins and floods may have buried the Cretaceous creatures of the fossil Jehol Biota rather than volcanic eruptions, a new study claims.

Trump’s first term, campaign pledges and nominees point to how efforts to address climate change and environmental issues may fare.

Infectious diseases are often labeled “urban” or “rural.” Applying political labels to public health misses who is at risk, experts argue.

Earth’s space junk may be wreaking havoc on the stratosphere. The rapid surge in satellite megaconstellations is connecting much of the world to broadband internet. But each year, hundreds of ...

Chlorine-based water treatments create many by-products, but one has been elusive. Its identification sets the stage for studying its health effects.

Every single Atlantic hurricane in 2024 had wind speeds supercharged by warming seas. One even jumped two categories of intensity.

In 2024, tobacco use among middle and high school students reached a record low, but new vapes and other products with nicotine keep coming.

If confirmed as head of the Department of Health and Human Services, Kennedy could influence U.S. policy on vaccines, drugs and food safety.

The DESI project previously reported that dark energy — long thought to be constant — changes over time. A new analysis reaffirms that claim.

Old” pacemakers may still work for years, so doctors are refurbishing used devices and donating them to patients in low- and middle-income countries.

Fat tissue may commit weight to memory. For people living with obesity, losing weight can help reduce the risk of health problems such as type 2 diabetes or cardiovascular disease (SN: 2/29/24). But ...