According to a new British documentary, analysis of Hitler's DNA proves a rare sexual disorder and high risk of mental illness. But linking his behavior to genetics is problematic.

Scientists say they need better access to human brain tissue to understand how dementia, Alzheimer's, epilepsy, autism, multiple sclerosis and other brain conditions develop over time.

China is taking the lead in international science: A new study shows how China overtakes the US in key areas of research and increasingly dominates the agenda. What does this mean for Europe?

China has sent three new astronauts to its space station Tiangong as part of long-term space plans that include a moon landing.

H5N1 bird flu cases are rising in farm and wild flocks, leading to mass poultry culls and concerns about food supplies.

Genetic analysis has shed new light on one of history's deadliest military disasters — the French retreat from Russia in 1812.

An implant attached to damaged retinas has helped people with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) improve visual ability. AMD affects millions of people. This chip has been tested internationally.

While the International Agency for Research on Cancer only goes as far as to say talc is "probably" carcinogenic, asbestos found in talc does cause cancer.

Whether it's hormones or family and societal pressures, many women feel they need more than eight hours of sleep. Turns out science actually agrees with them.

This is the last flight before SpaceX begins test-launching an upgraded version of the rocket better suited for longer space missions.