Bacteria are in, around and all over us. They thrive in almost every corner of the planet, from deep-sea hydrothermal vents to high up in the clouds, to the crevices of your ears, mouth, nose and gut.

There’s certainly no shortage of apps that claim to boost your brainpower by having you pop numbered balloons in ascending order or drop blocks into obligingly shaped gaps. But does practicing such ...

An ancient, well-preserved fish brain analyzed recently by University of Michigan scientists could unlock new discoveries about evolution and the formation of fossils. The brain, which the university ...

Eating fish is part of a heart healthy diet and it is also important to help a child’s brain develop. A child's brain grows the fastest in the first 3 years after they’re born. Their brain doubles in ...

Fatty fish are among the most nutritious foods you can include in your diet, offering a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, high-quality protein, vitamins, and minerals. Omega-3s, which the body ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Fossils have been recovered in a number of strange and surprising ...

Scientists have discovered the strongest evidence yet that healthy vertebrates can have brain microbiomes. Samuel Velasco / Quanta Magazine The original version of this story appeared in Quanta ...