Findings

Actions by tobacco companies worry researcher even amid ‘dramatic decrease’ in smoking among young Americans

Study finds flaw in key sports science metric

Leadership expert says foreseeable factors all contributed to complex failure. Consistent focus needed on best practices, rules, procedures.

First look at the interplay between neurons and tumors sheds light on formation, spread

In fight against Parkinson’s and other disorders, two-way connection may someday lead to a breakthrough

Poll measures support for revenue-sharing plan on renewable energy that helps states, localities, and environment

Take our research-based quiz on biological benefits of being good

Study finds 1:2 ratio of plant to animal protein lowers risk of heart disease

Engineer harnesses haptics to translate movement, make her art more accessible

Decades of scientific work turned the tide on a fatal disease and yielded insights into immunity, vaccines, and more

Study decodes neural mechanism that causes hairy mammals to shake their fur when wet

Ketamine carries risks, say researchers. Yet for some patients, it’s ‘the only thing that works.’

Metabolic rates outpaced ‘couch potato’ primates thanks to sweat, says new study

Even with exercise, sedentary behavior can increase risk of heart failure by up to 60%, according to study

New tool allows researchers to study gene mutation directly within living human cells

Revealing twists, turns of evolution from sprawling to upright posture

Five weeks before giving birth best transfers maternal antibodies to the fetus, say researchers

Researchers say new AI tool sharpens diagnostic process, may help identify more people needing care

It’s partly matter of faith. Economist examines choice to have large families in new book.

Pathologist explains the latest report from the American Cancer Society

New research offers detailed overview of layout, makeup of canopy gaps in Congo

Study bolsters theory that protective magnetic field supporting life-enabling atmosphere remained in place longer than estimates

Outdoor physical activity may be a better target for preventive intervention, says researcher

Study authors call for more research examining how trend affects long-term patient outcomes

Hope flags when medications fail, isolating and endangering patients. Backed by a major grant, 2 Harvard scientists are focused on reducing the distance between diagnosis and recovery.

Giant impact had silver lining for life, according to new study

Bit of happenstance, second look at ancient fossils leads to new insights into evolution of tardigrade, one of most indestructible life forms on planet 

Studies connect genetics, physics in embryonic development 

Alums help identify, decipher ‘one of the most significant new finds in Greek literature in this century’

Business School report finds rigid hiring policies, work rules, scheduling hurt employees but also productivity, retention, bottom line