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ASC specks—protein aggregations that drive inflammation—are released from dying immune cells, expanding the reach of a defense response.

An examination of 17 ancient skulls shows that some Neanderthal features arose as far back as 430,000 years ago.

The oral cavity contains several distinct and dynamic microbial communities, and some of these commensals may seed the body’s other microbiomes.

Microroboticists have designed simple sensors based on insect light organs called ocelli to stabilize a miniature flying robot.

It’s time to take a strong stance against unregistered cellular therapies, which can undermine legitimate research efforts.

Along with vaccination, antiviral drugs could play a key role in the eradication of poliovirus, but it’s unclear whether today’s candidate therapies will withstand the challenges of the clinic.

Human skin, the barrier between the body and the outside world, is home to diverse microorganisms, some of which can promote immunity or fight invaders.

A round-up of recent discoveries in behavior research

Scientists generate tumor-targeting molecules that can be used for imaging and treatment.

What researchers are learning as they sequence, map, and decode species’ genomes

From human induced pluripotent stem cells, researchers grow 3-D retinal tissue that can sense light. 

Humans and coral share a cell-death pathway that has been conserved between them for more than half a billion years.