Scientists believe giant impacts – like the one depicted in this artist’s concept – occurred on Mars 4.5 billion years ago, injecting debris from the impact deep into the planet’s mantle. NASA’s ...

Heat and sunlight make bottled water risky, fueling rapid microbial growth and shedding plastic particles, with hidden health impacts.

New DNA tests reveal the hidden half of plants, their roots, unlocking insights into soil health, biodiversity, and climate ...

New research reveals how human DNA preserves the story of language contact, showing when and where languages converged, ...

USDA scientists use drones blasting music and voices to chase wolves from livestock, testing a novel way to balance ranching and recovery.

China confirms major lithium discovery in Hunan: 490 million tons of ore, key to the energy industry and national strategic security.

Adults with depression, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and anxiety have a lower life expectancy by 10 to 20 years.

Super corals from harsh lagoons survive heat even after relocation. They could help reefs, but only if climate change is ...

New research shows Earth formed dry and lifeless—until a chance cosmic collision delivered the ingredients needed for life.

A new study reveals that a gene inherited from Neanderthals reduces muscle activity and may influence athletic performance.

Scientists found sandy coastlines release methane, revealing they are hidden greenhouse gas sources, not just carbon stores.

Solar Orbiter reveals two distinct sources of energetic electrons from the Sun, improving space weather understanding.