Humans have a distinctive skeleton, and are the only bipedal great apes (the great ape species are bonobos, chimpanzees, gorillas, orangutans, and humans). While the evolution of the human skeleton ...

New mechanisms discovered that show how development-dependent disruptions in mitochondrial function lead to premature skeletal aging. An interdisciplinary research team led by Professor Dr Bent ...

Researchers from University of Tsukuba have elucidated the molecular mechanism by which macrophages, a type of immune cell, control heat production in brown adipose tissue to increase the body ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. For February, we’re focusing on the body parts that shape us ...