Hank introduces us to another amazing organism - the "immortal jellyfish," Turritopsis dohrnii - and explains how it can extend its life cycle indefinitely through a process known as transdifferentiation.

Nearly everyone has some experience with the illustriously branded brine shrimp, but there’s a whole lot more to the creatures’ resilience than what it says on the box.

Discover the five most dangerous foodborne parasites, from sushi worms to brain-infecting tapeworms. Learn how they enter your body, the risks they pose, and simple steps to protect yourself while enjoying your meals safely.

In the middle of the 19th century, a scientist stared into the microscope and found, staring back at him, a vampire.

We've all do it at one time or another, but is popping a PIMPLE, ZIT, or SPOT the right thing to do? Could you be doing more bad than good, or is it better to leave it alone?

The big Roomba of the microcosmos is fascinating to watch as it lives its sink or swim life.

The Dark History of Sea Monkeys

How to pronounce -er endings of words. How you stress this is important!

National Science Foundation-funded engineers at Harvard use light-scattering spectroscopy to detect malignant pancreatic cysts during early, treatable stages.