Find out which animals live the longest and what clues this gives us for potentially slowing down human aging.

Viruses typically aren’t considered ‘alive,’ as many core biological functions are outsourced to their potential hosts. But a newly discovered organism appears to straddle the line between virus and ...

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Across the planet, animals are increasingly suffering from chronic illnesses once seen only in humans. Cats, dogs, cows, and even marine life are facing rising rates of cancer, diabetes, arthritis, ...

Animal-rights groups have long been at odds with the U.S. government, which subsidizes meat and dairy production and spends billions of dollars on animal research every year. But in some ways, they’ve ...

How do animals decide when to fight and when to walk, fly, slither, or swim away? Most research on animal conflict has focused on the short-term costs of single interactions, but a pair of behavioral ...

Researchers warn that they can distort our connection to wildlife. By Margherita Bassi Published Nov 8, 2025 10:00 AM EST Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 ...

It's not just humans who notice optical illusions; certain animals do too, and they often use it to their advantage. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., recently announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration will launch a review of the safety of the abortion pill, mifepristone.

Liz Haney ’92 has joined the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Animal Science as the new equine professor of practice, marking a full-circle moment in her career. Liz ...

An animal cell is a fascinating topic within the science curriculum as it provides an opportunity for students to explore the building blocks of life. Creating an animal cell model is an excellent way ...