Humans are captivated by the idea of finding life elsewhere in the universe – and even more by the idea that life, if found, ...

A new study tracing the evolution of same-sex sexual behavior in mammals, using phylogenetic analyses, suggests these behaviors may have evolved in part to strengthen social bonding and relationships.

Can we ever truly understand the experiences of animals? Many philosophers and scientists harbor skepticism, often asserting that we can never truly comprehend what goes on in an animal’s mind. For ...

Some wounds won't heal by themselves. These lesions, which include certain diabetic ulcers, burns and surgical injuries, cause long-term suffering and can linger indefinitely if not successfully ...

Dear reader: Please read the following article by Lauren Quinn of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. It was originally published on the website for the university's College of Agricultural, ...