We can quickly dismiss the claim that copulation during pregnancy is unique to humans. It is easy to understand how this myth originated. Copulation after conception seemingly serves no useful ...

FILE - In this Aug. 14, 2013, file photo, an in vitro fertilization embryologist works on a petri dish at a fertility clinic in London. Tens of thousands of people undergo in vitro fertilization every ...

This is the first-ever study that shows mammals may be able to thrive in space. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Researchers have ...

Get any of our free daily email newsletters — news headlines, opinion, e-edition, obituaries and more. When humans kill wolves, they compensate by reproducing more and their populations tend to ...

As the ambition for interplanetary colonization grows, fueled by the need to safeguard humanity from existential threats, one of the most intriguing questions has emerged: can humans reproduce in ...

Maybe you've seen a "mermaid's purse" while walking on the beach. Not actually an accessory for the mythical creature, these small casings are the eggs of sharks and their relatives. For around 455 ...

George Church is known for pushing the boundaries of biology. The Harvard University geneticist played a key role in developing technologies to read and edit genes and has made waves with his proposal ...

Optical illusions aren't just for humans; animals also experience and utilize them for survival and reproduction. From ...