Although lots of the stories we tell each other about retirement from work are positive ("finally, you can do whatever you want!"), the reality can be less sunny. Studies show that depression often ...

How can lifeless molecules come together to form a living cell? It is one of the most fundamental questions in science: how can lifeless molecules come together to form a living cell? Bert Poolman, ...

Last week, we discussed indicators of a late-life crisis in retirement and the importance of feeling relevant. This week we address the importance of purpose and passion in preventing such a crisis.

As we stand on the precipice of a scientific revolution, researchers are pushing the boundaries of biology by developing synthetic cells from non-living components. This groundbreaking work could ...

The beginning of this month marks a half-year of being quarantined in my home. I really can’t complain; I am living with my husband and some family members in a comfortable house in a lovely setting.