Lactation boosts the quantity and quality of insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas, likely reducing a woman’s risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

As male Drosophila grow old, selfish genetic elements that are abundant on the Y chromosome become more active, which appears to reduce longevity.

Breastfeeding reduces type 2 diabetes risk by boosting beta cells.

During bacterial infection, autophagy proteins appear to regulate the release of cell-saving exosomes, which bear the brunt of toxin damage.

A study uncovers connections between the bacteria in our guts and our social lives.

Wing development in females is environmentally controlled, but in males, an insertion on the sex chromosome appears to dictate whether the insects grow wings, according to a study.

Honeybees can remember reward-associated odors three days after a single learning experience.

Honeybees can remember reward-associated odors three days after a single learning experience.

Under constant darkness, Drosophila’s ability to form lasting memories is impaired.