The genomes of long-living, big-brained mammal species reveal that they carry more copies of immunity genes. Experts ...

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Learn about the herpetologist who put himself on the line for the sake of scientific discovery and innovation.

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Snakes are one of the most fascinating animals on the planet ... was exciting about the donor was his once-in-a-lifetime unique immune history,” lead author Jacob Glanville, who’s also ...

Animals like cattle, rabbits, and mice develop natural immunity after a tick bite, leading to fewer ticks reaching adulthood ...

Why do cats generally live longer than dogs? New research suggests that longer lifespans of mammals like cats could be linked to their bigger brains and more complex immune systems.

Research from the University of Adelaide shows microbial communities in echidna pseudo-pouches undergo dramatic changes while ...

For years, scientists have known that early life stresses have lasting effects on both humans and animals. This trauma can ...

Scientists hope to make a universal antivenom from the extraordinary blood of a man exposed to snake venom for decades.

A new study by researchers at the University of Bristol has found that the immune system may play a key role in mental health ...