As scientists slowly piece together the realities of Neanderthal life, some researchers are beginning to ask questions about the phase of life before birth. To try and answer some of these, the ...

A pair of proteins could contribute to the development of healthy, strong bones by directing early cell movement and blood vessel generation. A pair of proteins, YAP and TAZ, has been identified as ...

Growth plates are areas of cartilage found at the ends of long bones. They play a role in the bone growth of children and teens. An injury to a growth plate can affect the development of a bone. While ...