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A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket launched two U.S. Air Force satellites into orbit Saturday (April 14), setting the stage for improved military satellite communications and a new generation of space vehicle design...

Researchers investigate how artificial intelligence technologies could help to identify those at risk of suicide and deliver assistance to prevent a person from taking their life.

Researchers have identified how the ASPM gene controls the growth of the cerebral cortex. They report mutations in this gene can reduce brain volume by half in human microcephaly cases.

Overall, people tend to believe they become more authentic and reveal their 'true selves' as they age, researchers report.

Researchers are conducting a series of experiments to explore whether robots can acquire knowledge in a manner similar to human learning.

A new study explores how children's use of gestures is connected to communication and language acquisition.

A new study reveals the 2016 may have triggered OCD-like symptoms in some people. Researchers report some people are having politically focused intrusive thoughts and associated ritualistic behaviors due to political str...

Researchers report humor can be good in certain situation, but its effectiveness depends on your end goals.

A gravitational wave detector that's 2.5 miles long isn't cool. You know what's cool? A 25-mile-long gravitational wave detector.

Researchers use a cosmic gorilla to uncover the dangers of inattention in the search for alien life.

Lingering negative emotional responses to stress can have implications for physical health later in life, a new study reveals.

For over 20 percent of people, visual motion can affect auditory perceptions. A new study reveals over one fifth of people who watched a silent video experienced the illusion of sound.