One number can help explain why measles is so contagious

The basic reproduction number, or "R naught," of measles shows how contagious the disease is compared…

Vaccines may help bats fight white nose syndrome

Researchers are developing an oral vaccine that helps little brown bats survive the fungal disease white…

Peruvian fossils yield a four-legged otterlike whale with hooves

A newly discovered species of ancient whale unearthed in Peru split time between land and sea.

Cats recognize their own names

A new study suggests that cats can tell their names apart from other spoken words.

Dandelion seeds create a bizarre whirlpool in the air to fly

Researchers have deciphered the physics underlying dandelion flight.

This new fish species displays a splash of highlighter hues

Researchers stumbled upon a new species of coral reef fish with spectacular coloration and a unique…

Before it burned, Brazil’s National Museum gave much to science

When Brazil’s National Museum went up in flames, so did the hard work of the researchers…