Researchers have discovered a rare new type of diabetes that affects babies early in life. The condition is caused by changes ...

The new analysis study showed the delay may stem from genetic mutations that are present when a child is born – but activate later in life.

Science is made up of cliques. Throughout Alex Shneider’s career, he has noticed certain people drawn to certain types of science, and certain types of grant proposals always being funded. Shneider, ...

There are hundreds of cell types in the human body, each with a specific role spelled out in their DNA. In theory, all it ...

In a comparative analysis across vertebrates of the many cell types in the retina -- mice alone have 130 types -- researchers concluded that most cell types have an ancient evolutionary history. Their ...

The human brain is much more flexible than we ever thought. New studies have begun to suggest that, even in adulthood, the ...

Red blood cells are complex — there's much more to blood types than A, B and O. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Many people know ...