The results indicate that Neanderthals may have used birch tar not only as an adhesive to assemble tools, but also to treat wounds. read more

An analysis of a dam in Brazil has revealed extensive antibiotic residue in water causing genetic damage in fish. But, the study also discovered an aquatic plant—previously considered a pest—that can help reduce pollution and damage. read more

Early-life exposure to PFAS may influence how children’s bones develop during adolescence, according to new research. read more

Would you eat deli meat that has tested positive for the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes? Of course not. But what if a test confirmed the bacteria was present at a very low level unlikely to cause harm or disease? Would that change your mind? read more

A new collaboration has made millions of AI-predicted protein complex structures openly available through the AlphaFold Database. To maximize global impact, the dataset prioritizes proteins important for understanding human health and disease. read more