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Tracking the evolution of influenza viruses and the co-circulation of flu subtypes may improve forecasts of flu season severity.

Nerve cells in tumors of mice connect to existing circuits in their brains, sending pain signals and reducing the overall well-being of the mice.

Specific p53 isoforms may have a protective role against aggressive lymphoma cancers.

Motion capture technology sheds light on how flocks of pigeons detect and respond to predator attacks while foraging for food.

Breast cancer cells can switch from a less to a more aggressive state, and blocking this transition may make them more sensitive to chemotherapy.

A new device that can inactivate neurons whilst recording the activity of the remaining neuron population could provide new insights into brain injury and neurodegenerative diseases.

A mechanical cue in the uterus of reproducing roundworms triggers neurons to extrude cellular components that are damaged or no longer required.

The human brain suppresses its response to our own voice, which may be key to correcting speech errors.