Understanding the shape or morphology of neurons and mapping the tree-like branches via which they receive signals from other ...

Dogs may boost mental health by subtly reshaping the microbes in our bodies. “Adolescent children who keep dogs exhibit ...

Scientists learn about the brain's inner workings by studying what animals or people do, how they move, react, and make ...

Rodents remain active year-round, with their behaviour shifting as seasons change. As natural food sources dwindle and temperatures drop, rats and mic ...

A new study shows that thanks to cheaper DNA testing, we've reclassified more mammal species and have more biodiversity.

We’re not concerned about long-term persistence of beavers by any means, but we know they’re way below their former levels — ...

Alston’s singing mice produce loud, rhythmic songs that scientists can clearly hear, alongside ultrasonic calls used for close-range communication.

Rats and mice, common urban pests, differ significantly in size, behavior, and nesting habits, impacting control strategies. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for effective pest management, ...

There are four species of Australian plant and animal listed as nationally extinct despite all of them being rediscovered in the past decade. Three of the species won't have any legal protection under ...

We may be misreading key signs of aging, and that clearer measurements could change how we understand longevity and ...

With every step we take, our brains are already thinking about the next one. If a bump in the terrain or a minor misstep has ...

The same brain cells linked to disorientation in Alzheimer's disease have been preserved—and even slightly increased—across ...