Scientists discovered years ago that the hypothalamus -- which helps to manage body temperature, hunger, sex drive, sleep and more -- includes neurons that express the protein opsin 3 (OPN3). Far less ...

The link between gut microbiome and eating behaviours, especially palatable food intake, is a growing focus of scientific ...

Feb. 19, 2025 — Very early exposure to even a very small dose of herpes simplex virus (HSV) in infant mice can lead to cognitive decline later in life, according to new findings. This is ...

If you’ve ever had a rat infestation in your home, you’ve probably wondered how fast they populate. After all, where there’s one rat, there are dozens more! Or perhaps you have a pet rat, and you ...