Arlington: As students savor the last precious weeks of summer vacation, parents are out making the final run for school supplies. So, parents, take note: When back-to-school shopping this year there is one essential item that requires very special attention: your child’s backpack.

Chicago: Nutrient gaps exist in all ages of children under 18 but adolescents and food insecure children are at greatest risk because of their eating habits, according to a recent presentation at IFT15: Where Science Feeds Innovation hosted by the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) in Chicago.

Maywood: In the fight against childhood obesity, summer is one of the most challenging times of the year.

Washington: How much a child’s pupil dilates in response to seeing an emotional image can predict his or her risk of depression over the next two years, according to new research from Binghamton University.

Washington: For the first time, researchers from the University of North Florida and the University of Sheffield, UK, have discovered that working memory helps children tell better lies.

Washington: Can babies use iPads? If you’ve ever viewed YouTube videos of infants and toddlers using iPads, then you know the answer is a resounding “Yes.” But how are they using them?