Fifty million years ago, India slammed into Eurasia, a collision that gave rise to the tallest landforms on the planet, the Himalaya Mountains and the Tibetan Plateau. India and Eurasia continue to converge today, though at an ever-slowing pace. University of Michigan geomorphologist and geophysicist Marin Clark wanted to know when this motion will end and why.

Fewer than 10 people born in Michigan are fluent in the native language of the area’s indigenous people. Yet more than 2,700 people “like” the language on Facebook.

A new power scheme for cardiac pacemakers turns to an unlikely source: vibrations from heartbeats themselves.

The percentage of Americans who believe in global warming has reached the highest level since the fall of 2009, rebounding from a period of significant decline, a new survey reports.

From the football field and basketball court to the corporate boardroom and executive suite, a new University of Michigan executive education program will teach business leadership through lessons learned in U-M sports.

Study: Pregnant female geladas show an unusually high rate of miscarriage the day after the dominant male in their group is replaced by a new male.

Imagine two tango dancers sweeping across the dance floor and suddenly encountering a slick spot. To avoid a slip or even a nasty tumble, the pair must work together to support one another and glide safely through the stressful moment.

U-M surgeon replaces voice box with shoulder blade; clothing the homeless in Detroit; hacking into online voting; women losing health insurance after divorce; and workers who thrive, perform better.

Welcome to “Health Yourself,” Michigan Today’s new column on fitness, health and wellness. Each month we will be taking on topics that combine the latest health research with practical, effective advice for building healthy habits into your daily life.