Which, according to astronomer Barry Welsh's research, may be pretty common indeed.

Researchers, aided by computer modeling, eye cell metabolism as trigger for type 2 diabetes.

Gene variant linked to active personality traits also may be key to human longevity.

Young scientists make a rare trip to present their research at a major international biology conference.

How do we make sense of the thousands of images we see each day? The brain is wired to categorize it all, and a new interactive map lays it out.

Tau Ceti's planets include one that lies within a range that could support life.

Compression is shown to guide malignant cells back to a normal growth pattern.

The prospect of commercial space travel means a new set of health considerations for future travelers.

Cheatgrass implicated in more, and more frequent, wildfires in Great Basin region of western United States.

DIeters' enemy may provide avenue for curbing diabetes, obesity and fatty liver disease.

Clinical trials planned for potentially life-saving treatment.

A new study adds to the health concerns over flame retardants widely used in foam upholstered furniture, and their effect on young children.