When ultra-runners lace up for races that stretch hundreds of miles and days, they're not merely testing their mental grit ...

The study reveals that physically active individuals burn more calories over the course of the day and do not compensate by conserving energy in other bodily functions. The impact of physical activity ...

For nearly twenty years, satellites have quietly gauged the flow of sunlight and heat through the Earth’s atmosphere. Today, scientists say those measurements indicate a disturbing trend — the ...

One of the main functions of the skeleton is to protect our squishy internal organs, but another important function is to help us move; bones act as levers with the assistance of ...

A team of American scientists has discovered what they described as the 'hidden sixth sense' in the human body, a discovery ...

Basal metabolic rate is the minimum amount of energy your body needs for life-sustaining functions like breathing and ...

At the edge of death, some people wake into sudden clarity. Terminal lucidity is one of the mind’s most baffling mysteries.

Explore the fascinating world of the human body in this animated science video. Discover various human body parts and their functions through engaging visuals and humor. This educational video is ...

Scientists have built an AI-powered clock called gtAge that reads your blood to reveal your true biological age.

The From Labs to Lives Blog provides clear, accessible explainers on everyday topics for which UC Davis has expertise. Each post is reviewed by faculty or subject-matter experts, ensuring readers get ...

Many animals, like chimps and parrots, exhibit handedness, a natural bias reflecting brain specialization. This consistent ...

A new United Nations Secretary-General will be elected next year for a five-year term starting on January 1, 2027.