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Why are some people hit harder by certain diseases than others? Why do some patients respond better to a treatment, while others see no effect? Biomarkers can help answer these questions.

From colorful orbs to delicate spirals, heating and manipulating glass allows artists to create beautiful translucent sculptures.

Your farts' aromas are tuned to your diet - and your overall health.

A physician who devises screening guidelines for the American Cancer Society explains the pros and cons of the Galleri multicancer early detection test.

Over 100 screwworm cases have appeared in US animals in 2026, including in elk. How America's 11.5 million hunters can help find these parasites and contain the spread.

As insect biodiversity declines, people and all the other species on Earth stand to lose the beneficial 'ecosystem services' bugs provide.

Letting the ordinary become interesting again is a key part of studying natural history and animal behavior.

The brain's ability to process sound more consistently may influence how well you're able to discriminate between different sounds.

Cute designs can make AI technology feel harmless, but real hazards are still present.

If you bump a spacecraft in orbit, it may start tumbling uncontrollably. To save a falling satellite, the rescuer must be incredibly steady and precise.