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A new study has analyzed the microbiome of a species of coral before, during and after a period of “dormancy” during cold temperatures. The research found that Astrangia poculata's microbiome "reshuffles" during a period of quiescence.

New research has shown that autophagy – the process of clearing away old or damaged cellular components – is essential for brain health, and has identified two key enzymes in the process.

Adding a daily ounce of peanuts or about a teaspoon of herbs and spices to your diet may affect the composition of gut bacteria, an indicator of overall health, according to new research.

Metagenomics analysis of the gut microbiomes of people with Parkinson's disease has revealed an overabundance of opportunistic pathogens and immunogenic compounds, which could contribute towards disease pathogenesis.

New research has shown that the anti-aging drug, rapamycin, is only effective in female mice and flies.

A study shows that Omicron’s predecessors existed on the African continent long before cases were first identified, suggesting that Omicron emerged gradually over several months in different countries across Africa.

Long-term use of high-dose green tea extract may provide some protection against cancer, cardiovascular disease, obesity and type 2 diabetes, but it also may create liver damage in a small minority of the population.

DNA extracted from remains of a 14th-century Jewish cemetery has provided insights into the origins of the Ashkenazi Jewish population.

Researchers have used cryogenic electron microscopy to determine the structures of four designer receptors exclusively activated by designer drugs (DREADDs) bound to three drug-like but inert compounds.

Researchers have completed the first study to provide a comprehensive picture of gene expression changes in response to water stress in a fruit – the tomato, Solanum lycopersicum – identifying genes that could help plant breeders develop fruit that can cope with drought conditions.