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Date seeds from 2,000 years ago germinate in Israel, revealing ancient varieties that could help combat climate change.

A massive DNA study reveals how genes shape your sense of smell and offers new clues about brain health and Alzheimer's risk.

Scientists study albatross flight to design smarter, wind-powered drones using dynamic soaring and biomimicry.

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Discover how wildlife in U.S. national parks responded to the 2020 COVID shutdowns, based on GPS tracking data.

Modern potatoes came from an ancient mix of tomato and Etuberosum plants. The mix created tubers, letting potatoes store food ...

Most indoor air contains tiny plastic dust particles that we breathe daily without realizing the possible health risks.

Study shows empathy grows when people feel rewarded for others’ joy. Emotional rewards create lasting care, even without ...

Lanternfish collapse during low oxygen periods. Their loss threatens food chains and carbon storage worldwide.

From root zones to gut flora, a new map reveals how unseen microbes sustain our food supply - and what happens when they vanish.

New research suggests apes foraging for fermented fruit - called “scrumping” - may explain humans’ unique ability to digest alcohol.