How Francis Crick Almost Didn’t Make His Huge DNA Discovery
British biologist Francis Crick co-published a paper on the helical structure of DNA some fifty years ago. He followed a convoluted route to this discovery.
The Brain’s Memory Back-Up Plan
Neuroscientists have discovered how memory is stored–and backed up–in the brain.
Guess What? You’re a Superorganism.
The White House has announced the "microbiome moonshot" – a push to understand the human microbiome.
Why Blue Is Better Than Green At Beating the Blues
There might be a reason why being out in nature can put you in a naturally better mood. A new study researched the psychological benefits of ocean views.
On Raising the Dead
A biotech company wants to use stem cell therapy to restore neurological function in patients who have been declared braindead.
Great Grains: How Ancient Einkorn Became the New “It” Wheat
Einkorn, an ancient grain, is mediocre for baking, difficult to process, and unproductive in the field. Why is it the next food trend?
A New Use For Soy
When it comes to the relationship between people and soy—a replacement for animal proteins derived from soybeans—well, it's complicated.
Why the Pounds Won’t Stay Off
Weight loss is a biological problem, and it will require a biological solution.
Let’s Talk About Dying Well
Physicians and family members still have trouble talking candidly about dying and what it means to die well.
The Science of Secretions
Although secretions like saliva and digestive juices might have a high ick-factor, these bodily products are essential for us to function normally.