Microbiome

In his new book, “Personal Science,” quantified-self expert Gary Wolf shares how to hone your observational skills to optimize your health.

A watershed study samples deep ocean RNA viruses the world over and reveals 99 percent of them have yet to be discovered.

Microbiome research has huge implications for the very sick. But can startups get healthy people in on the action?

Getting to the bottom of the trans woman neovaginal microbiome.

Long-lasting, bacteria-based repellent is the goal of DARPA project aiming to protect U.S. soldiers overseas.

This could be a “hinge year” in history: the opportunity to grasp a new and improved future for ourselves, our children, and our planet—or not.

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The Zoe dietary app zeroes in on timing and food combinations to maximize wellness.

It’s time for a snack, and you’re holding a piece of buttered toast. Then—damn it!—you drop it. Of course it lands butter side down. You…

A telltale COVID-19 symptom underscores the scientific significance of smell—for both patients and practitioners.