When it comes to lying, our brains are much more likely to give us away than sweaty palms or spikes in heart rate, a study suggests

A breathing-based meditation practice known as Sudarshan Kriya yoga helped alleviate severe depression in people who did not fully respond to antidepressant treatments, reports a new study

A study of a new mouse model identifies a drug target that has the potential to increase social interaction in individuals with some forms of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

Teens are more than 15 percent less likely to say they would purchase soft drinks and other sugary drinks that include health warning labels, according to a new study

Penn Scientists Identify Key Genetic Factor That Keeps Moles From Turning Into Melanoma

Hydraulic Fracturing Linked to Increases in Hospitalization Rates in the Marcellus Shale Region, According to Penn Study

Life at Higher Elevation Linked to Lower Incidence of Lung Cancer, Penn Study Suggests

UPenn researchers demonstrate for the first time that bedbugs can carry and spread diseases to humans

Researchers untangle the biological effects of blue light: A tug-of-war is revealed in the response of the eye to blue light, with implications for the study of light sensitivity and seasonal depression

Researchers have used graphene to fabricate a new type of microelectrode that solves a major problem for investigators looking to understand the intricate circuitry of the brain: See-through, one-atom-thick, carbon electrodes are a powerful tool for studying epilepsy…

New Study Shows Drinking Alcohol, Even Light-to-Moderate Amounts, Provides No Heart Health Benefit: Results Call into Question Previous Studies Suggesting One Drink Per Day May Promote Cardiovascular Health