The portrayal of uncaring scientists without any thought for the animals being used in their research is far from the truth.

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Scientists at the Salk Institute have uncovered how a cluster of thalamic neurons links physical pain to emotional trauma, ...

People with hay fever could one day benefit from a first-of-its-kind “molecular shield” that blocks pollen from entering the ...

Study in mice suggests potential for probiotic treatment. Although previous research has linked pesticide exposure to harmful effects on gut microbes, a new study is the first to chart how specific ...

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Some mammals are capable of hibernating during periods of low food availability in an effort to conserve energy and survive.

The human brain is made up of billions of nerve cells (neurons) that communicate with each other in vast, interconnected ...

An invasive population of mice is wreaking havoc on Mariona Island, a small island off the southern coast of South Africa.

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