Centromeres play virtually the same central role across the entire tree of life: They ensure the faithful segregation of ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. In "One Hand Clapping," Nikolay Kukushkin traces the origin of human consciousness from the ...

Complex cells are thought to be the result of a union between two ancient microorganisms, but scientists have long been ...

Chris Impey receives funding from the National Science Foundation and the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. We have only one example of biology forming in the universe – life on Earth. But what if life ...

Paleorex is back on Bored Panda with his detailed, science-based creatures, showing us how animals like big cats, birds, and reptiles might evolve in the future. In this article, we’re featuring even ...

Among the many misconceptions about evolution—“it’s only a theory”; “it works for the good of the species”—one is that evolution generates biological perfection. If only! In “The Evolution of ...

Recent research from the UK Biobank shows that menopause is linked to adverse mental health outcomes and lower brain volume.

As you read this, the screen is probably flashing over 240 times per second, yet, as a human, you won't notice this ...