Human Body
The human body is an amazing structure made up of many fascinating parts and systems. Learn about the human body and how its systems work together.
No One Can Live Without a Mesentery, But What Does It Do?
Many Animals Have a Cloaca, But Humans Should Not
Talk May Be Cheap, but the Larynx Makes It Possible
What Is Saliva and How Does It Change the Taste of Food?
How One Key Protein May Help Tendons Enhance Athletic Performance
The Science Behind Why We All Have Snot
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A study asked participants to determine where a number of body parts such as the spleen, liver and thyroid were located in the human body. The only part everyone got correctly was the brain. Think you can do better? Take this quiz and find out!
By Alia Hoyt
When we've really got to urinate, kids and adults alike do the pee-pee dance. What are the theories behind the fidgeting?
No. 5 may seem like it's just hanging out there, but if you've ever injured it, you may have discovered how important it is for walking.
By Alia Hoyt
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New research finds that nontoxic, antibacterial sugars found in human breast milk might be key to the next generation of antimicrobial drugs.
The Jamaican sprinter has a uniquely uneven gait. Is he the fastest man alive because of, or despite, this asymmetry?
If you find yourself running to the bathroom the minute you get home, experts posit this is a case of mind over bladder.
By Alia Hoyt
Colorblindness affects around 300 million people worldwide. What is it and how can glasses help?
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Although we've often been told that dogs have a superior sense of smell to people, a new report says there's little difference.
By Alia Hoyt
Plenty of theories exist for why drinking an entire gallon of milk in one sitting is a challenge often undertaken, infrequently accomplished. Who's right?
This organ is finally getting some street cred after centuries of being largely underestimated.
By Alia Hoyt
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When a teen lifts a burning car off the ground, it seems like a superhuman feat. But there's some simple — and amazing — science behind it.
Roller coasters: They're super fun, and they could help you pass a kidney stone without medical intervention. Who knew?
From killer sausages to canceling crows' feet, botulinum toxin has come a long way. Botoxwurst, anyone?
Is this you? This is totally you. Why do some people burst into violent sneezing fits when they encounter bright sunlight? Check your genetics.
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Careful with that chopping knife! If you lose a fingertip, it's probably gone forever. With kids, however, that's not always the case. Why is that?
Maybe if you look at it with only one eye -- in the dark.
Opioids can make your insides skid to a slow crawl. That's a problem when you consider nearly 250 million opioid prescriptions were written in 2013 by CDC estimates.
You always wanted to eat electricity right? Now you can, and it might even provide a health benefit.
By Robert Lamb
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And it's not because of all that screen time.
We dig into the science and history of those delightful respiratory explosions we call sneezes, including one that's copyrighted.
Currently, all organs in the U.S. are donated. A report says paying $45,000 per kidney donation would end waiting lists and save taxpayer dollars.
By Dave Roos
Scientists discover that using a feed additive can decrease cow burps by 30 percent, vastly reducing greenhouse gas.
By Dave Roos
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Does vocal fry signal the most annoying end of times? Or is it just part of a natural language progression?
By Oisin Curran
Think your peepers are passé? Some cutting-edge cosmetic procedures can take your brown eyes to bright blue — with a few inherent risks.