The new species belongs to a group of flatworms known as planarians, which are typically non-parasitic. The new species was found on the Leizhou Peninsula, on the southern coast of China. The research ...

A new study suggests that never-seen-before stem cells in the human retina can restore vision in mice with a common eye disorder. But more work is needed to translate the treatment to people.

The Santa Ana winds were already blowing hard when I ran the first worm simulation. I’m no hacker, but it was easy enough: Open a Terminal shell, paste some commands from GitHub, watch ...

In an era where screens dominate our daily lives, a silent epidemic is sweeping the globe. Digital eye strain, a condition once relegated to the fringes of occupational health concerns ...

Also found on a submarine canyon floor: a deep-sea worm sometimes called a "disco worm," but scientifically known as a polychaete (which means “many bristles”), glittering like sparkly steel wool.

Swelling under the eye can develop for various reasons, from mild conditions, such as allergies or blocked tear ducts, to more severe conditions, such as organ failure. If a person has swelling ...

The average screen time has steadily increased over the last few years. From recognising early symptoms of digital eye strain to preventive measures and the role of outdoor activities, the experts ...

It wasn't just any old orb: That recent splendid spectacle was a "blood worm moon," the colorful crimson result of the first total lunar eclipse since 2022. And in a Photo of the Week that ...

Having abnormally small pupils may indicate a health problem. The pupil, the dark center of the eye, determines how much light reaches the light-sensing retina at the back of the eye. Muscles in the ...