A new study reveals that the brain may handle voluntary and forced decisions using remarkably similar neural mechanisms. Picture yourself standing…

Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have uncovered surprising evidence about how enormous “super Jupiter” planets are born. The discovery…

Scientists have discovered that ultraheavy atomic nuclei could explain some of the highest-energy cosmic rays ever observed. The particles may come…

NASA’s new electric propulsion engine set a U.S. power record and could transform future Mars missions. The thrusters use much less…

A new study led by a University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researcher has found that nearly every forest bird species in…

A major review of global smoking cessation research has found that e-cigarettes containing nicotine appear to help people quit smoking more…

Substantial heart health benefits may require 560-610 minutes of weekly exercise, with lower fitness individuals needing even more activity to achieve…

A new study is raising questions about one of the most common injury treatments: ice. Icing a sprained ankle or aching…