Gene expression controlled from afar may have spurred the spurt in brain evolution that led to modern humans.
Gene expression controlled from afar may have spurred the spurt in brain evolution that led to modern humans.
New research suggests that a controversial class of stem cells originates in the heart and retains some ability to repair damaged tissue.
The Human Society is still concerned that a US primate research center of illegally breeding federally-owned chimpanzees.
Researchers probe the genetics of a group of bacteria known to extensively swap DNA sequences with other species—blurring the species boundaries.
Researchers show that the bacterial species in probiotic, fermented dairy products may alter gene expression and metabolism in native gut microbiota.
Researchers find an antibody that may protect against a virus similar to the one featured in the movie Contagion.
The largest virus to be sequenced prompts researchers to consider whether giant viruses were once full-fledged living organisms.
The Nobel Assembly announced today that three researchers in the field of immunology will share the 2011 Prize in Physiology or Medicine.
The Nobel Assembly reveals three winners of this year's prize in Physiology of Medicine.