The research represents a major step forward in revealing how the three dimensional form of DNA shapes the way human biology functions. In a major step toward understanding how the physical form of ...

Properly deciphering the branching pathways of evolution could unlock the history of every component of natural biology.

A Christmas Tree-shaped star cluster inside NGC 2264 reveals active star formation 2,700 light-years from Earth.

Stargazers are in for a treat this December with the Christmas Tree Cluster (NGC 2264), a stunning formation of young stars that resemble an evergreen tree. Visible between the constellations Orion ...

The NGC 2264 is a vast stellar complex located in the Monoceros constellation, about 2,600 light-years away. It includes two ...

Just in time for Christmas, a vast star-forming region shaped like a Christmas tree is lighting up space 2,700 light-years ...

This Christmas, astronomers are highlighting a spectacular region of space that looks remarkably like a glowing holiday tree.

From morning glories spiraling up fence posts to grape vines corkscrewing through arbors, twisted growth is a problem-solving ...

A rare fossil plant reveals how early plants moved water and food, helping to explain the secrets of tree growth.

The beloved centerpiece for homes during the holiday season. While beautiful and timeless, both real and artificial trees can ...

Scientists have long known that mutations in certain genes affecting microtubules in plants can cause plants to grow in a twisting manner. In most cases, these are “null mutations,” meaning the ...