Researchers say just nine of 137 developing countries will achieve ambitious targets to improve the health of women and children.

Teenagers who watch films showing actors smoking are more likely to take up smoking themselves, new UK research suggests.

The UK's first brain tumour tissue bank providing researchers with access to samples is launched in Glasgow.

A naturally occurring chemical in the dogfish shark could be a safe and potent weapon against human viruses, say scientists.

Electrically stimulating the brain can help to speed up the process of learning, scientists have shown.

A new £6m laboratory in Bristol opens and will help scientists examine sleep patterns.

Canadian documentary maker Rob Spence, who lost his right eye six years ago, has developed a simple camera eye which fits into his eye socket.

Expectant mothers are confused about how much they should be eating, the pregnancy charity Tommy's suggests.