Social isolation has a direct causal impact on how quickly cognitive function declines in later life, independent of whether someone feels lonely.

Reproductive isolation is essential for the process of speciation and much has been learned in recent years about the ecology and underlying genetics of reproductive barriers. But plant species are ...

Share on Pinterest Social isolation and loneliness are both associated with an increased risk of all-cause mortality, a large new study finds. izusek/Getty Images Social isolation and loneliness are ...

Imagine being confined to a small, dark room, with no social interaction whatsoever for 30 days. Not many people would jump at this opportunity. But, in November 2018, a professional US poker player, ...

Share on Pinterest The CDC changed its guidance for COVID-19 due to vaccinations and better treatments. Getty Images The CDC updated its isolation guidance for COVID-19 and states that a 5-day ...

"A chain is only as strong as its weakest link." This is a very appropriate saying with regard to sound isolation. We are often asked questions like: "What can I do to this wall to stop the sound ...

Alien: Isolation has been vindicated by history. Released to a split critical reception and underwhelming sales, the 2014 survival horror game has amassed a passionate cult following in the decade ...

Thanks to a slick opening that includes nostalgic narration and busted-tracking-on-the-VCR visual effects, the first five minutes of Alien: Isolation are far and away better than any piece of last ...