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August 29, 2008
Study confirms vCJD could be transmitted by blood transfusion
'Racetrack' for fast electrons in semiconductor structures
Flu shot does not reduce risk of death
Heavy breathing -- an obscure link in asthma and obesity
Physical and sexual abuse linked to asthma in Puerto Rican kids
Smoking during pregnancy a 'double-edged sword' in SIDS
Antidepressants in suicide prevention
Researchers discover atomic bomb effect results in adult-onset thyroid cancer
National guidelines released for earwax removal
Magmatically triggered slow earthquake discovered at Kilauea Volcano, Hawaii
No more big stink: Scent lures mosquitoes, but humans can't smell it
Study shows more genes are controlled by biological clocks
Barrow researchers identify a new approach to detect the early progression of brain tumors
Antarctic research helps shed light on climate change on Mars
Great Ape Trust graduate student's paper sheds light on bonobo language
Biophysical method may help to recover hearing
Breaking harmful bonds
Variant of mad cow disease may be transmitted by blood transfusions, according to animal study
Explosives go "green"
Unexpected large monkey population discovered
Class of diabetes drugs carries significant cardiovascular risks
Saving lives through smarter hurricane evacuations
Ceramic material revs up microwaving
Risk of fracture is significantly higher in HIV-infected patients
Arctic ice on the verge of another all-time low
Study says eyes evolved for X-Ray vision
Tiny 3-D ultrasound probe guides catheter procedures
Research Ethics Committees identify and correct problems in applications to do cancer trials
Clearing the airways in cystic fibrosis
Queen's researchers provide solution to world's worst mass poisoning case
Antidepressants need new nerve cells to be effective, researchers find
Rapid changes in key Alzheimer's protein described in humans
Will screening for cardiovascular problems be effective?
Blood vessel cells are instructed to form tube-like structures
Sex differences seen in response to common antidepressant
August 28, 2008
Jumping for joy ... and stronger bones
Antidepressants need new nerve cells to be effective, UT Southwestern researchers find
Endocrine Society releases guideline on diagnosis and treatment of primary aldosteronism
HIV patients at greater risk for bone fractures
Variation of normal protein could be key to resistance to common cancer drug
Common treatment to delay labor decreases preterm infants' risk for cerebral palsy
Teens making poor choices when it comes to riding in vehicles
Iowa State University researcher shows proteins have controlled motions
Yellowstone's Ancient Supervolcano: Only Lukewarm?
Sticks and Stones: A New Study on Social and Physical Pain
Newly-defined factors may prevent postpartum smoking relapse
Jamaican lizards' shows of strength mark territory at dawn, dusk
New role for Natural Killers!
Study reveals gap in HIV testing knowledge among college students
Heart attack patients who stop statin risk death, say McGill researchers
Endoscopic ultrasound highly accurate in evaluating ambiguous radiographic findings of the pancreas
Study examines use of opioids
Young Type-2 Diabetic Men Suffer Low Testosterone Levels, Study Shows
Ancient mother spawns new insight on reptile reproduction
Clash of clusters provides new dark matter clue
Health risk behaviors associated with lower prostate specific antigen awareness
Protection zones in the wrong place to prevent coral reef collapse
New evidence on addiction to medicines Diazepam has effect on nerve cells in the brain reward system
Genetic predisposition may play a role in anxiety disorders
Pregnancy situations have impact on brain development in pre-term infants
Pre-school age exercises can prevent dyslexia
Fingerprint breakthrough hope in US double murder probe
Why is Greenland covered in ice?
Not all fat is created equal
Scientists reveal effects of quantum 'traffic jam' in high-temperature superconductors
Low levels of brain chemical may lead to obesity, NIH study of rare disorder shows
UCI scientists discover minimum mass for galaxies
NIAID describes challenges, prospects for an HIV vaccine
August 27, 2008
Chronic stress alters our genetic immune response
Potential new targets for antidepressant medications
New concepts in contraception
Protection zones in the wrong place to prevent coral reef collapse
Protein misprediction uncovered by new technique
Report suggests allopurinol may lower blood pressure in teens with hypertension
Findings challenge common practice regarding glucose control for critically ill patients
Ayurvedic medicines sold via Internet may contain lead, mercury or arsenic
Consumption of nuts, corn or popcorn not associated with increased risk of diverticulosis in men
Angiotensin inhibitors and receptor blockers linked to lower risk of nonmelanoma skin cancer
History of nonmelanoma skin cancer is associated with increased risk for subsequent malignancies
Bone parts don't add up to conclusion of Palauan dwarfs
High levels of uric acid may be associated with high blood pressure
Unusual ultrasonic vocalization patterns in mice may be useful for modeling autism
Stick with simple antibiotics for pneumonia to avoid super bugs, says researcher
Global survey highlights need for cancer prevention campaigns to correct misbeliefs
High cholesterol levels drop naturally in children on high-fat anti-seizure diet, Hopkins study show
Research examines variations of rare lung disease
Study of islands reveals surprising extinction results
ABC-transporters expressed on endothelial cell membranes efflux anti-HIV drugs
UBC scientist unveils secret of newborn's first words
Cell removal technique could lead to cheaper drugs
Medication slows progression of myopia in children
Satisfaction and regret after radical prostatectomy procedures studied
Study shows PDE5 inhibitor more effective when used on demand in erectile dysfunction
Early trigger for type-1 diabetes found in mice, Stanford scientists report
Why do eyelids sag with age? UCLA study answers mystery
Java gives caffeine-naive a boost, too
DOE official cites need for major breakthroughs to cope with climate change
Fingerprint analysis technique could be used to identify bombmakers
GLAST Observatory renamed for Fermi, reveals entire gamma-ray sky
Scientists unmask brain's hidden potential
August 26, 2008
'Perfect pitch' in humans far more prevalent than expected
Scientists discover leptin can also aid type 1 diabetics
AgriLife Research breeder develops drought-tolerant corn
How to get a college roommate you can live with
K-State research shows consumers can predict inflation as well as professional economists
Normalizing tumor vessels to improve cancer therapy
Trends in prescription medication sharing among reproductive-aged women
New hope for stroke patients
Discovery opens door for drugs to fight bird flu, other influenza epidemics
Anti-Cancer Flower Power
How 'secondary' sex characters can drive the origin of species
State's first single incision robotic kidney removal
CSHL scientists identify new drug target against virulent type of breast cancer
Alcohol consumption can cause too much cell death, fetal abnormalities
Carnegie Mellon system thwarts Internet eavesdropping
75 percent of athletes' parents let their child skip exams for a game
Hospice and palliative medicine specialty strives to prepare physicians for aging baby boomers
New evidence debunks 'stupid' Neanderthal myth
Looking beyond the drug receptor for clues to drug effectiveness
Potential diabetes treatment selectively kills autoimmune cells from human patients
Infections linked to premature births more common than thought, Stanford study finds
Study reveals how blood flow force prevents clogged arteries
Exploring the function of sleep
How does bluetongue virus survive through the winter?
Century-old rule of chemistry overturned -- major implications for drug delivery
Study: DNA barcoding in danger of 'ringing up' wrong species
New findings explain genetic disorder's unique shift
Why wind turbines can mean death for bats
Anti-psychotic drug use in the elderly increases despite drug safety warnings
Women may stop anticoagulants after blood clots
Low cholesterol associated with cancer in diabetics
August 25, 2008
Future for clean energy lies in 'big bang' of evolution
Heavy metal link to mutations, low growth and fertility among crustaceans in Sydney Harbor tributary
New study shows health benefits of probiotic could extend to the entire body
New approach needed to tackle child abuse and neglect
Nano-sized 'trojan horse' to aid nutrition
Iowa State University experts can discuss new FDA produce irradiation rule
UC Davis researchers define characteristics, treatment options for XXYY syndrome
UAB Anti-Cancer Research Featured in Scientific American
Women exposed to negative life events at greater risk of breast cancer: BGU study
Pay attention! Small packages may lead to overeating
How much risk can you handle? Making better investment decisions
A reason to smile: New immigrants respond best to oral hygiene campaign
Healthy people and enhancement drugs
Operations research promises continued gains for HIV treatment in resource-limited countries
Research Finds America's Elderly Suffering Abuse
Seeing through tooth decay
Going from ulcers to cancer
MSU biofilms research helps set standards for everyday products
Asthma monitoring on the Web
Dense tissue promotes aggressive cancers
Chips are down as Manchester makes protein scanning breakthrough
GOCE Earth Explorer satellite to look at the Earth's surface and core
Even seaweeds get sunburned
Stellar still births
Yale undergrads' Amazon trip yields a treasure trove of diversity
August 22, 2008
Drugs to inhibit blood vessel growth show promise in rat model of deadly brain tumor
Carnegie Mellon MRI technology that non-invasively locates, quantifies specific cells in the body
Measuring the auditory dynamics of selective attention
Earthquakes may endanger New York more than thought, says study
Unique study shows oil, gas seismic work not affecting Gulf sperm whales
Cocaine: How addiction develops
Tahitian vanilla originated in Maya forests, says UC Riverside botanist
Senescence in liver cells is found by CSHL scientists to help limit acute tissue damage
ETH Zurich study on salmonella self-destruction
U of M scholar and colleagues link tobacco industry's marketing to youth smoking
UTMB researchers test new vaccine to fight multiple influenza strains
New virus threatens High Plains wheat crop
Genetics reveals big fish that almost got away
Why a common treatment for prostate cancer ultimately fails
Insomnia: changing your bedtime habits could help
Obesity in elderly a ticking time bomb for health services
New clues to air circulation in the atmosphere
Major study shows significant quality-of-life benefits from HRT
Researchers uncover molecule that keeps pathogens like salmonella in check
Cancer therapy: A role for MAPK inhibitors combined with mTORC1 inhibitors
To protect against liver disease, body puts cells 'under arrest'
Accumulated bits of a cell's own DNA can trigger autoimmune disease
Anti-tumor effects are enhanced by inhibiting 2 pathways rather than 1
MIT zeroes in on Alzheimer's structures
Positive thinking may protect against breast cancer
Kids with pets grow up to be snorers
Hormone replacement therapy improves sleep, sexuality and joint pain in older women
Malaria researchers identify new mosquito virus
August 21, 2008
Killer carbs -- Monash scientist finds the key to overeating as we age
Biochemists manipulate fruit flavor enzymes
New 'nano-positioners' may have atomic-scale precision
PTC124 shows activity in cystic fibrosis; Phase 2 proof-of-concept data published in Lancet
Study suggests sports stadiums serve alcohol to minors and intoxicated fans
Biodegradable polymers show promise for improving treatment of acute inflammatory diseases
Severe, acute maternal stress linked to the development of schizophrenia
China sees spike in rabies cases
Cervical cancer prevention should focus on vaccinating adolescent girls
Joslin study identifies protein that produces 'good' fat
AJN study reveals compression stockings incorrectly used in 29 percent of patients
Professional sports stadiums sell alcohol to pseudo-underage and -intoxicated buyers
Addiction treatment proves successful in animal weight loss study
Researchers discover scent of skin cancer
New test to diagnose osteoarthritis early
Making 'good' fat from muscle and vice versa
79 million US adults have medical bill problems or are paying off medical debt
Researchers discover how rheumatoid arthritis causes bone loss
Genome of saltwater creature could aid understanding of gene grouping
New insights into the regulation of PTEN tumor suppression function
New research suggests diabetes transmitted from parents to children
Bone marrow stem cells may help control inflammatory bowel disease
Hubble sees magnetic monster in erupting galaxy
Fast quantum computer building block created
Guideline: Surgery may be considered for extreme face pain
Primary care health consultations can be cost-effective and may help reduce cardiovascular risk
Creating unconventional metals
Codeine not safe for all breastfeeding moms and their babies
August 20, 2008
Duke chemists synthesize promising anti-cancer product
Numerical simulations of nutrient transport changes in Honghu Lake Basin
Alcohol dependence among women is linked to delayed childbearing
Polymer electric storage, flexible and adaptable
Childhood ear infections may predispose to obesity later in life
Breaking the 'mucus barrier' with a new drug delivery system
OU Researchers Isolate Microorganisms That Convert Hydrocarbons to Natural Gas
Low level cadmium exposure linked to lung disease
Candy-coating keeps proteins sweet
The 160-mile download diet: Local file-sharing drastically cuts network load
Light touch: Controlling the behavior of quantum dots
Study examines testing model to predict and diagnose new cases of dementia
NYU scientists identify critical protein complex in formation of cell cilia
New Study Shows False Memories Affect Behavior
Stroke and SIDS in Alaska topics of neuroscience conference
Infection Blocks Lung's Protective Response Against Tobacco Smoke
National Research Council report on security at federally managed dams
Education needed to decrease teens' misconception about emergency contraception
University of Pennsylvania Scientists Move Optical Computing Closer to Reality
Chronic lead poisoning from urban soils
Rice lab finds molecular clues to Wilson disease
Bacterial pneumonia caused most deaths in 1918 influenza pandemic
Greenland Ice Core Reveals History of Pollution in the Arctic
New and improved test for West Nile virus in horses
UC Riverside researcher develops novel method to grow human embryonic stem cells
Silver is the key to reducing pneumonia associated with breathing tubes
Arsenic exposure could increase diabetes risk
1 sleepless night increases dopamine in the human brain
Stem cell indicator for bowel cancer should lead to better survival rates
Alexander technique offers long-term relief for back pain
Face recognition: nurture not nature
Study finds foul owls use feces to show they are in fine feather
Bowel cancer indicator should lead to better treatment
Shipwrecks on coral reefs harbor unwanted species
Obesity raises risks of serious digestive health concerns
Getting to the Root of the Matter
Measuring Calcium in Serpentine Soils
Can biofuels be sustainable?
August 19, 2008
Drier, warmer springs in US Southwest stem from human-caused changes in winds
New climate record shows century-long droughts in eastern North America
Tadalafil shows promise for relief of lower urinary tract symptoms associated with BPH
Ultrasound used to predict heart attack risk
Barrow scientists work their magic
UNC trial: oral contraceptives may ease suffering of women with severe PMS
2007 hurricane forecasts took blow from winds and Saharan dry, dusty air
MU Researchers Study Facial Structures, Brain Abnormalities to Reveal Formula for Earlier Detection of Autism
Novel fungus helps beetles to digest hard wood
Signals from the Atlantic Salmon Highway
Study: Starting kindergarten later gives students only a fleeting edge
Fish cancer gene linked to pigment pattern that attracts mates
Catalyst mystery unlocked
UNC study: 'chilling' hardship rates among families raising disabled children
UC San Diego Researchers' New Algorithm Significantly Boosts Routing Efficiency of Networks
Johns Hopkins scientists discover what drives the development of a fatal form of malaria
Genes and nutrition influence caste in unusual species of harvester ant
Urologists report success using robot-assisted surgery for urinary abnormality
Molecular sleuths track evolution through the ribosome
Many U.S. Public Schools in 'Air Pollution Danger Zone'
Piling on the homework -- Does it work for everyone?
New Speed Record for Magnetic Memories
'Stereotype threat' could affect exam performance of ethnic minority medical students
Poor sleep in teens linked to higher blood pressure
Children's national co-leads nationwide study of landmark sickle cell treatment
New method to overcome multiple drug resistant diseases developed by Stanford researchers
Limbs saved by menstrual blood stem cells
Groundbreaking research shows DEET's not sweet to mosquitoes
Study outlines teens' preferences and trade-offs for freedom from acne
Study examines association of smoking with hemorrhage after throat surgery
Chewing gum associated with enhanced bowel recovery after colon surgery
Survey compares views of trauma professionals, the public on dying from injuries
Elderly patients less likely to be transported to trauma centers than younger patients
Researchers uncover attack mechanism of illness-inducing bacterium found in shellfish
Pesticide build-up could lead to poor honey bee health
Study shows how daughter is different from mother
Indigenous children don't need number words to 'count', says new study
August 18, 2008
Researchers link cocoa flavanols to improved brain blood flow
Green catalysts provide promise for cleaning toxins and pollutants
1918 flu antibodies resurrected from elderly survivors
Analysis of Lake Washington microbes shows the power of metagenomic approaches
Largest study of its kind implicates gene abnormalities in bipolar disorder
Hydrogels provide scaffolding for growth of bone cells
Monash team learns from nature to split water
Survivors of 1918 flu pandemic protected with a lifetime immunity to virus
Researchers create safer alternative to heparin
New 52-city report examines use of wastewater in urban agriculture
Toward plastic spin transistors
Cataloguing invisible life: Microbe genome emerges from lake sediment
Improved technique determines structure in membrane proteins
Playing video games offers learning across life span, say studies
APA resolves to play leading role in improving treatment for gender-variant people
Suicidal thoughts among college students more common than expected
Antidepressants may impair driving ability, new research finds
Newly detected air pollutant mimics damaging effects of cigarette smoke
Heads-up study of hair dynamics may lead to better hair-care products
Chemists move closer toward developing safer, fully-synthetic form of heparin
India continues to progress in AIDS vaccine development efforts
Experiments could lead to new treatments for neuroblastoma
MSU's discovery of plant protein holds promise for biofuel production
Carnegie Mellon urges industry to broaden carbon footprint calculations
A Therapy for Baby Boomers to Sleep On
By amplifying cell death signals, scientists make precancerous cells self-destruct
Light Receptors in Eye Play Key Role in Setting Biological Clock, Study Shows
Parents' expectations, styles can harm college students' self-esteem
Caltech engineers build mini drug-producing biofactories in yeast
True properties of carbon nanotubes measured
Personalized immunotherapy to fight HIV/AIDS
'Virtual archaeologist' reconnects fragments of an ancient civilization
Smithsonian scientists discover new bird species
Cancer signatures uncovered
New mushroom study shows the power of energy density
August 15, 2008
Prototype test for predicting clinical outcome for melanoma patients
Measures to assess potential lung injury during ventilation inadequate
Asthma in boys may be just a phase, but for girls it may be there to stay
Hope for patients with COPD
Study shows that older adult caregivers of people with dementia have worse sleep than noncaregivers
Study shows that surgical weight loss does not eliminate obstructive sleep apnea
Penn study finds way to prevent protein clumping characteristic of Parkinson's disease
Big-brained animals evolve faster
Slipping through cell walls, nanotubes deliver high-potency punch to cancer tumors in mice
Women and war: The toll of deployment on physical health
Bycatch reduction, marine debris addressed by MCA at American Fisheries Society Meeting in Ottawa
NASA study improves ability to predict aerosols' effect on cloud cover
Toxoplasmosis found more severe in Brazil compared to Europe
Up, Up and Away: Studying Volcanoes With Balloon
Model for Angelman syndrome developed by University of Texas at Austin biologists
Countdown for GOCE: launch simulation for ground team
Plastics suspect in lobster illness
Drinking water in Gaza Strip contaminated with high levels of nitrate
Rheb's role in cancer
Study finds a wide variety of errors in testing process at family medicine clinics
Towards understanding bluetongue outbreaks
Teens underestimate risk, overestimate vehicle, highway safety in motor vehicle accidents
Organ donation after cardiac death
Scientists discover major genetic cause of colorectal cancer
Lessons from yeast: A possible cure for Parkinson's disease?
Leishmaniasis parasites evade death by exploiting the immune response to sand fly bites
Computer users are digitizing books quickly and accurately with Carnegie Mellon method
Study shows continued spread of 'dead zones'
Self-assembling polymer arrays improve data storage potential
Chronic ear infections linked to increased obesity risk
Americans spending, gambling, saving
Psychologists show new ways to deal with health challenges in space
August 14, 2008
Trees, forests and the Eiffel tower reveal theory of design in nature
For high-risk patients, stroke-prevention surgical procedure does not equate with high surgical risk
Study finds that sleep selectively preserves emotional memories
Extinction most likely for rare trees in the Amazon rainforest
A recipe for saving the world's oceans from an extinction crisis
Emory study of former child soldiers yields new data to guide mental health interventions
Turning Waste Material into Ethanol
UNC researchers find MSG use linked to obesity
MSU study finds that not all hearing aids are created equal
Duke-NIEHS team shows how DNA repairs may reshape the genome
Bringing Martian samples to Earth -- preparations outlined in journal Astrobiology
Extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis found in California
Sky islands: metaphor or misnomer?
New theory for latest high-temperature superconductors
White blood cell uses DNA 'catapult' to fight infection
New robot scouts best locations for components of undersea lab
Protein key to control, growth of blood cells
Using live fish, new tool a sentinel for environmental contamination
Robot Vehicle Surveys Deep Sea Off Pacific Northwest
Durham scientist explores Sichuan fault
A direct gaze enhances face perception
Protein complementarity may offer new insights into autoimmune diseases
NIH scientists find a novel mechanism that controls the development of autoimmunity
Air pollution damages more than lungs: Heart and blood vessels suffer too
Trapping white blood cells proves novel strategy against chronic viral infections
APA task force recommends dissemination of evidence-based practice
Sensitivity to antidepressants linked with TrkB-mediated neural proliferation
Cocaine-induced synaptic plasticity linked to persistent addictive behaviors
Trapping white blood cells proves novel strategy against chronic viral infections
How flesh-eating bacteria attack the body's immune system
August 13, 2008
Childhood dairy intake may improve adolescent bone health
Causes for sexual dysfunction change as people age
Climate change may boost Middle East rainfall
Strange molecule in the sky cleans acid rain, scientists discover
Nano vaccine for hepatitis B shows promise for third world
Risk assessment plays key role in long-term treatment of breast cancer
Overweight Hispanic children at significant risk for pre-diabetes, according to new USC study
Dying frogs sign of a biodiversity crisis
Green Roofs Differ in Building Cooling, Water Handling Capabilities
Researchers examine safety of Internet prescriber service providing erectile dysfunction medications
Study reveals surprising details of the evolution of protein translation
Adverse reactions to antibiotics send thousands of patients to the ER
Nature or Nurture-Are You Who Your Brain Chemistry Says You Are?
X-rays use diamonds as a window to the center of the Earth
Case Western Reserve University study finds caregivers of spouses with dementia enjoy life less
Hurricanes and climate change: A sharper view
Cancer cells with a long breath: seeking the origin of brain tumors in children
'Erasing' drug-associated memories may stop drug addiction relapses
Targeted radiation therapy can control limited cancer spread
Tiny molecule helps control blood-vessel development, researchers find
Poor coordination in childhood is linked to obesity in later life
Contraceptive pill influences partner choice
Halting retrieval of drug-associated memories may prevent addiction relapse
Towards zero training for brain-computer interfacing
The pandemic potential of H9N2 avian influenza viruses
New research suggests Burmese pythons will find little suitable habitat outside South Florida
Oil and gas projects in western Amazon threaten biodiversity and indigenous peoples
In the long run, exertion regulation wins the day for marathon runners
Former child soldiers of Nepal at increased risk for range of mental health problems
Liberian fighters exposed to sexual violence have more mental health disorders after war
Reserve, National Guard at higher risk of alcohol-related problems after returning from combat
Mental health intervention at school reduces PTSD among indonesian children affected by violence
Women in India abused by husbands at far greater risk for HIV infection
August 12, 2008
Experimental chemotherapy regimen shows promise in treating advanced lung cancer
Losing weight soon after type 2 diabetes diagnosis doubles positive outcomes
Gene's newly explained effect on height may change tumor disorder treatment
Parents shape whether their children learn to eat fruits and vegetables
UNC study: Two-thirds of severe sports injuries to female students due to cheerleading
CSHL neuroscientists glimpse how the brain decides what to believe
Diamond conference at the Goethe University
New insight into most common forebrain malformation
Scientists measure connection between the built environment and obesity in baby boomers
New research reveals why chili peppers are hot
Cardiac resynchromization: Race, age, geography matter, study shows
Scientists find elephant memories may hold key to survival
Childhood brain tumor traced to normal stem cells gone bad
Large reservoir of mitochondrial DNA mutations identified in humans
Adherence to antiretroviral therapy high in children in low income countries
Newly discovered molecular switch helps decide cell type in early embryo development
Hebrew U. archaeological excavations uncover Roman temple in Zippori (Sepphoris)
New evidence implicates humans in prehistoric animal extinctions
Successful series of measurements in Arctic sea ice
Monash researchers uncover cancer survival secrets
Gladstone scientists identify single microRNA that controls blood vessel development
Aspirin, acid blocker a-day keeps GI bleeding
Sound adds speed to visual perception
Actions of individuals key to saving biodiversity-and ourselves, Stanford biologists say
UBC study of Olympic athletes shows that pride and shame are universal and innate expressions
Microbes, by latitudes and altitudes, shed new light on life's diversity
Refractive errors affect vision for half of American adults
Cognitive problems associated with diabetes duration and severity
PET scans may help assess presence of brain plaques related to Alzheimer's disease
Low vitamin D levels associated with increased risk of death
August 11, 2008
USC researchers identify alternate pathway that leads to palate development
New metamaterials that bend light backwards bring invisibility cloaks 1 step closer
Researchers block damage to fetal brain following maternal alcohol consumption
Health and marriage: The times they are a changin'
Study finds more PSA screening awareness needed among high-risk groups
Egg P bodies protect maternal gene messages
Flexible nanoantenna arrays capture abundant solar energy
New bacterial species found in human mouth
Obesity genes revealed
Genes may make some people more prone to anxiety
In scientific first, Einstein researchers correct decline in organ function associated with old age
Unlocking mystery of why dopamine freezes Parkinson's patients
Coronary CTA costs less than standard of care for triaging women with acute chest pain
Early treatment is key to combating hepatitis C virus
A bug's life... in a bubble
Distinguishing between 2 birds of a feather
"Top Secret" Technology To Help U.S. Swimmers Trim Times at Beijing Olympics
Scientists to Assess Beijing Olympics Air Pollution Control Efforts
Eat oily fish at least once a week to protect your eyesight in old age
Red All Over: How the color red affects a referee's judgment
Universally Speaking, Earthlings Share a Nice Neighborhood
Asthma, outdoor air quality and the Olympic Games
A one-stop shop for minimal information standards
First step towards switching off breast cancer and leukaemia
PSA screening may be biased against obese men, leading to more aggressive cancers
If your first cigarette gave you a buzz and you now smoke, a gene may be to blame
Hope: An overlooked tool in the battle against HIV/AIDS
Brown tree snake could mean Guam will lose more than its birds
Tiny invasive snail impacts Great Lakes, alters ecology
Testosterone key to disease transmission
How nonstick bugs evade natural fly paper
Researchers find cancer-inhibiting compound under the sea
UT Houston Researchers Study Diet In Autistic Children
Pathogen that causes disease in cattle also associated with Crohn's disease
New breastfeeding study shows most moms quit early
Hubble unveils colourful star birth region on 100 000th orbit milestone
August 07, 2008
When it comes to abstinence teens, adults aren't speaking the same language
Researchers develop next-generation antivirus system
Study finds connections between genetics, brain activity and preference
Quantum chaos unveiled?
Caltech neurobiologists discover individuals who 'hear' movement
Hot peppers really do bring the heat
Water is 'designer fluid' that helps proteins change shape, scientists say
How chemo kills tumours: research to reduce side effects
Fossil and molecular evidence reveals the history of major marine biodiversity hotspots
Aphids are sentinels of climate change
New step forward in search for solution to infection puzzle
Scientists a step closer to producing fuel from bacteria
Treatment outcomes highlight dangers of extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis
Invest in your family's health by budgeting for nutrient-rich foods
Study shows clumps and streams of dark matter in inner regions of the Milky Way
New technology could lead to camera based on human eye
The shape of things to come
Comprehensive treatment of extensively drug-resistant TB works, study finds
New JILA technique reveals hidden properties of ultracold atomic gases
Lack of time on tummy shown to hinder achievement
Scripps research team unravels new cellular repair mechanism
Researchers report periodontal disease independently predicts new onset diabetes
New survey: 82 percent of Americans think health care system needs major overhaul
NYU researchers demonstrate activity of mebendazole in metastatic melanoma
New survey explores the impact of insulin injections on people with diabetes
Ricin's Deadly Action Revealed by Glowing Probes
Improved reaction data heat up the biofuels harvest
GIANT-Coli: A novel method to quicken discovery of gene function
Recipe for cell reprogramming adds protein
Jupiter and Saturn full of liquid metal helium
August 06, 2008
Post-partum suicide attempt risks studied
Students with food allergies often not prepared
Alcohol consumption declining, according to results of new study
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev initiates project to eliminate intestinal worms in Ethiopia
Targeted drug therapy found effective in patients with common form of immune-mediated kidney disease
Perceived discrimination affects screening rates
Medicinal marijuana effective for neuropathic pain in HIV
Vine invasion? UWM ecologist looks at coexistence of trees and lianas
The drivers of tropical deforestation are changing, say scientists
Novel method to create personalized immunotherapy treatments
U of M study shows why treatment isn't effective for HIV
Entomologists play matchmakers for cerambycid beetles
UCSB researchers make milestone discovery in quantum mechanics
Bacterial Persistence in Streams
Whom do we fear or trust?
Foreign threats to US raise tolerance for diversity, study finds
Exercise Pill is No Replacement for Exercise
Back to the Future: Psychologists examine children's mental time traveling abilities
VCU Massey Cancer Center and VCU Institute of Molecular Medicine Researchers Publish Findings of a New Chemoprevention Gene Therapy That Kills Pancreatic Cancer Cells
Wildlife Conservation Society discovers 'Planet of the Apes'
NASA data show some African drought linked to warmer Indian Ocean
Remedial Instruction Rewires Dyslexic Brains, Provides Lasting Results, Carnegie Mellon Study Shows
Antarctic Fossils Paint a Picture of a Much Warmer Continent
Sesame seed extract and konjac gum may help ward off Salmonella and E. coli
Scientists identify possible cause of endometriosis
Arctic Map plots new 'gold rush'
Adults who eat eggs for breakfast lose 65 percent more weight
Duck-billed dinosaurs outgrew predators to survive
'Cosmic ghost' discovered by volunteer astronomer
Context and personality key in understanding responses to emotional facial expressions
Key site in iron metabolism aids in diagnosing anemia of chronic disease
Black girls who use marijuana engage in riskier sex, have higher STD rate
Research reveals why some smokers become addicted with their first cigarette
When neurons fire up: Study sheds light on rhythms of the brain
Metabolic insight to illuminate causes of iron imbalance
August 05, 2008
Exposure to Agent Orange linked to prostate cancer in Vietnam veterans
Evaluating ecosystem services
MDCT just as accurate as MRI in assessing myocardial infarction in emergency setting
Key to virulence protein entry into host cells discovered
Stanford study uses genetic evidence to trace ancient African migration
Positive parenting associated with less aggression in early-maturing teen girls
Estrogen relieves psychotic symptoms in women with schizophrenia
Voluntary exercise does not appear to alleviate anxiety and depression
Psychiatrists shift away from providing psychotherapy
Less REM sleep associated with being overweight among children and teens
Study: Verbal aggression may affect children's behavior
Researchers find differences in swallowing mechanism of Rett syndrome patients
Research exposes new target for malaria drugs
Little teeth suggest big jump in primate timeline
Case Western Reserve University study looks at keeping migrant workers' children healthy
Argonne scientists discover networks of metal nanoparticles are culprits in alloy corrosion
Long-term HIV treatment may reduce risk for atherosclerosis
Recreation and park agencies play a key role in promoting healthy lifestyles
1 in 10 children using cough, cold medications
Male circumcision efforts lag in Africa despite evidence of dramatic impact in preventing HIV
Landmark studies assess risk of exposure to elevated levels of EMS confirm clear toxicity threshold
Tevatron Experiments Double-Team Higgs Boson
Patagonian glacier yields clues for improved understanding of global climate change
Rock art marks transformations in traditional Peruvian societies
A world-leading UK science project switches on first neutrons
Extinction threat growing for mankind's closest relatives
A First in Integrated Nanowire Sensor Circuitry
Vitamin C injections slow tumor growth in mice
Researchers explain odd oxygen bonding under pressure
UNC study: shape, not just size, impacts effectiveness of emerging nanomedicine therapies
Study highlights risky behavior, lack of care among HIV-infected crack users
Human brains pay a price for being big
Lowering cholesterol early in life could save lives
August 04, 2008
Maternal deaths following cesarean delivery can be reduced
Electronic tongue tastes wine variety, vintage
Epilepsy drug may help alcoholics recover from dependence, small study suggests
Great white's mighty bite revealed
Canadian study of colds and kids: Positive safety results for ginseng extract
American Cancer Society study finds high use of complementary methods among cancer survivors
Breast cancer confessions: The emotional work of disclosing a diagnosis
Climate change and species distributions
Saving our bees
Sleep apnea a stand-alone mortality risk
Highly active antiretroviral therapy of similar benefit for HIV-infected injection drug users
Growth hormone treatment for HIV patients improves abdominal fat, but worsens glucose level
International panel updates treatment guidelines for HIV infection
Certain HIV treatment less effective when used with anti-TB therapy
Growth hormone reduces abdominal fat, cardiovascular risk in HIV patients on antiviral therapy
Sociologists explore 'emotional labor' of black professionals in the workplace
Toxic drugs, toxic system: Sociologist predicts drug disasters
Homeownership in disadvantaged neighborhoods linked to increased political participation
Data mining detects signs of Lou Gehrig's disease in gene carriers long before symptoms appear
World's smallest snake found in Barbados
Telemedicine leads to better stroke treatment decisions
Allergic-like reactions to iodinated contrast material treated safely with commonly used medications
2 years old -- a childhood obesity tipping point?
Superfluid-superconductor relationship is detailed
Higher HIV infection estimate shows need for routine screening, more funding for care
Size-specific cracking shakes out at the nanoscale
Disparities in prostate cancer treatment suggest ways to improve care
Multiple Sclerosis: new MRI contrast medium enables early diagnosis in animal model
Tracking down abrupt climate changes
New Male Circumcision Device for HIV Prevention Studied by NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell
Survival of the fittest: even cancer cells follow the laws of evolution
Spanish researchers discover significant leatherback turtle nesting beaches in the Caribbean
The emerging scientific discipline of aeroecology
Sleep apnea linked to increased risk of death
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