New findings show how a tilt of the head facilitates social interaction, with potential benefits for people with autism.

A machine-learning algorithm diagnosed early-stage Alzheimer’s disease using a common PET scan.

Scientists find the genetic basis for these dogs’ appearance, and link it to a rare inherited syndrome in humans.

Researchers are trying to figure out the secret to some elderly people's success.

Half a million tests and many mosquitoes later, reserarchers are zeroing in on compounds that could prevent the disease.

Arthritis, heart disease, stroke — but not cancer — are strongly swayed by psychological status, study finds.

Two X’s and ovaries extend life and protect mice from aging.

Cynthia Perlis shares her most important takeaways from 30 years of listening to cancer patients at UCSF.

Researcher He Jiankui’s announcement of the first babies with DNA edited as embryos causes concern.

New sensors detect and measure single cancer cells' potential to metastasize, the leading cause of cancer deaths.

Early onset puberty has been linked with an increased risk of mental illness and cancer.

A UCLA scientist looks to space for possible treatment of some neurological diseases.