This week, researchers formulated a new method to calculate the probability of generating intelligent life in the universe.

Rainforest protection is not only good for biodiversity and the climate -- it also noticeably improves the health of humans who live in the corresponding regions. Researchers show that measures to ...

New observations suggest that the universe’s oldest galaxies are brighter than expected. Here's why this may be a big deal.

Scientists can determine the mass of subatomic particles that are built from quarks by looking at the particles' energy and ...

We look at the threats facing trees around the world, along with new efforts to save them — and help them survive and thrive.

Researchers have devised a mathematical approach to predict the structures of crystals -- a critical step in developing many medicines and electronic devices -- in a matter of hours using only a ...

Dr. Tova Holmes from the University of Tennessee has been honored with the prestigious Cottrell Scholar Award. This accolade ...