Scientists find the molecule that delivers itchiness signals to the brain via a dedicated, and previously unknown, neural pathway.
Scientists find the molecule that delivers itchiness signals to the brain via a dedicated, and previously unknown, neural pathway.
The NIH has required researchers to receive instruction about responsible conduct for more than 20 years, but misconduct is still on the rise.
Should institutions invest in changing the behavior of scientists found guilty of violating research rules and ethics?
University of Vermont neurologist Helene Langevin explains some emerging research attempting to explain the benefits of acupuncture.
Research is uncovering connective tissue's role in the benefits of the ancient practice.
The study of connective tissue is shedding light on pain and providing new explanations for alternative medicine.
Animal-rights activists devastate a psychiatric research lab at the University of Milan.
A new survey finds a high incidence of sexual harassment and rape among women doing anthropological field work.
This dramatic science fiction film follows a grieving father using his research to understand his infant son’s gruesome death—and explores the culture and ethics of science along the way.