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Ancestors of modern humans may have scavenged calorie-rich bone marrow from already dead animals.

Animals are often able to adapt to their human-influenced surroundings with remarkable ease.

Chemical analysis shows presence of what was probably a primitive embalming fluid.

Researchers develop artificial intelligence algorithm that plays against itself to master several classic games.

Psychological and brain development extends years beyond the end of puberty, new research shows.

Certain types of research and people have been historically underrepresented in the ranks of Nobel winners.

The science of heat transfer confirms the wisdom of Italian pizzaiolos.

Some states still fall behind in election security for the midterms.

Food scientists are developing food for astronauts that stays nutritious and fresh for at least three years.

Researchers detect presence of proteins in the saliva of people who ate bitter foods.

Analysis of vessel interactions reveals large potential for illegal activities, researchers say.

Artifacts suggest that an extinct human species left Africa about 250,000 years earlier than previously thought.