A paradigm-shifting hypothesis could reshape our idea about the origin of life.

$21.6M awarded to create a 'brain modem' that can read and write to neurons, laying foundation for new therapies.

Understanding how hair grows in coordination across our bodies may provide the key to controlling it.

Neuroscientists alleviate or reverse social withdrawal and helplessness behavior in a new study.

Don't say climate change — 'renewable energy' is the phrase that gets things done, study finds.

Fatty food made mice double their weight — unless they lacked a sense of smell.

With 1.86 million alumni, the University of California's impact is greater than ever.

Brain-injured mice perform as well as normal mice on memory tests after treatment.

A new study suggests changes in two brain regions could be responsible for attitudes related to risk.

Being able to reflect on our own memories improves through adolescence, boosting learning ability and IQ.