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Extremophiles are a favorite tool of astrobiologists.

A new study shows that ultra-processed foods (UPFs) can harm men's health in a trio of notable ways: through weight gain, through the disruption of natural hormones, and through a reduction in sperm quality.

Repetition has a strange relationship with the mind.

Fomalhaut is one of the brightest stars in the night sky and is about 25 light-years away, making it a galaxy amenable to detailed observations.

A new study cautions high levels of cannabis use could harm chances of falling pregnant through in vitro fertilization (IVF).

In recent years, scientists have discovered something strange: When mice with Alzheimer's disease inhale menthol, their cognitive abilities improve.

A large study of more than 5 million women over 30 years has suggested that CT scans before conception could increase the risk of pregnancy loss and congenital anomalies.

One of the worlds in the TRAPPIST-1 system, a mere 40 light-years away, just might be clad in a life-supporting atmosphere.

A new test could help to diagnose memory issues associated with Alzheimer's disease in as little as three minutes.

Have you recently cut down on caffeine and feel like you're having the most vivid dreams of your life? While there are a number of potential benefits of reducing our caffeine intake - such as whiter teeth and fewer trips to the toilet - we often hear ...