Hair Current Events | Hair News | 4
|
| Page
4 of
7 |
137 Results |
|
|
|
Sort By:
Page Views | Date |
Epileptic seizures can be triggered by rubbing the skin
An epileptic seizure can be triggered by repeatedly rubbing a small, well defined area of skin, reports research in the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry. The phenomenon, described by the researchers as “rub epilepsy,” is described in a series of case studies. None of the reported cases, say the authors, fits the... view more... (2001-03-13)
Stanford researcher's discovery of ion channel turns ear on its head
Scientists thought they had a good model to explain how the inner ear translates vibrations in the air into sounds heard by the brain. Now, based on new research from the Stanford University School of Medicine, it looks like parts of the model are wrong. view more (2009-04-24)
Psychiatry research: When the mirror becomes an enemy
A nose that's too big, hair that's too curly or a beauty mark in the wrong place - who hasn't focused on a small detail of their appearance while staring at a mirror? view more (2008-09-09)
Surviving dance club music (noise) with hearing intact
By tweaking a system in the ear that limits how much sound is heard, a global team of researchers has discovered one alteration that shows that the ability of the ear to turn itself down contributes to protecting against permanent hearing loss. The report appears this week in PLoS Biology. view more (2009-01-21)
Variants in 3 genes account for most dog coat differences
Variants in just three genes acting in different combinations account for the wide range of coat textures seen in dogs - from the poodle's tight curls to the beagle's stick-straight fur. view more (2009-08-28)
The secret sex life of seaweed revealed
Melbourne researchers have revealed for the first time the sex lives of red seaweed using sophisticated time-lapse video microscopy. "Until now, no one knew what exactly happens when these seaweeds become sexy," says University of Melbourne researcher, Dr Sarah Wilson. "Despite the fact that red seaweed is worth hundreds of millions... view more... (2002-08-18)
Skin oil -- ozone interactions worsen air quality in airplanes
Airline passengers and crews who gripe about poor cabin air quality could have a new culprit to blame: the oils on their skin, hair and clothing. view more (2007-09-06)
Protein in human hair shows promise for regenerating nerves
A protein found in human hair shows promise for promoting the regeneration of nerve tissue and could lead to a new treatment option when nerves are cut or crushed from trauma. view more (2008-01-11)
MU Researchers to Study the Status of Black Bears in Missouri
Researchers at the University of Missouri-Columbia are studying the status of black bears in Missouri. Black bears were abundant in the state during the 18th and 19th centuries, but have been considered almost extinct in Missouri since the late 19th century. view more (2007-06-14)
Was Agne's Sorel, The First Official Royal Mistress Of France, Poisoned?
The ESRF has gone back in time to study the reason for the sudden death of a beautiful mistress of the French king Charles VII, in the XV century. Thanks to synchrotron light, pieces of hair and bits of skin of Agne's Sorel have been studied and suggest answers to her death. The way she died is not known yet, however, incredibly high rates of... view more... (2005-04-02)
Secondhand smoke a risk for children worldwide
Parents worldwide are doing little to protect their children from exposure to secondhand smoke, according to a study by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. view more (2008-03-06)
Long term exposure to mercury may impair health and memory of dentists
Long term exposure to mercury may impair kidney function and memory among dentists, suggests research in Occupational and Environmental Medicine. view more (2002-04-25)
Rare sheep could be key to better diagnostic tests in developing world, says Stanford study
The newest revolution in microbiology testing walks on four legs and says "baa." view more (2009-07-06)
Music to your ears... THE BIOCHEMIST December 2002 issue
Introduction - The highs and lows of music Ron Laskey writes songs for scientists - his recordings include Songs for Cynical Scientists and More Songs for Cynical Scientists. "A remarkably high proportion of scientists enjoy listening to music or even daring to make music," he says. He tells of his inspiration for venting his frustration... view more... (2002-12-02)
£1 Million Grant for New World Class Facility at Surrey
The Ion Beam Centre at the University of Surrey has received a grant of £1million from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) for a new continuously operating state-of-the-art ion beam accelerator that will replace the current 47 year old machine. This will be a truly multidisciplinary and world-class facility that... view more... (2000-06-05)
Molecular structure could help explain albinism, melanoma
Arthropods and mollusks are Nature's true bluebloods - thanks to hemocyanin, an oxygen-carrying large protein complex, which can even be turned into the enzymatically active chemical phenoloxidase. view more (2009-05-13)
Hair-pulling disorder caused by faulty gene in some families
Scientists at Duke University Medical Center have identified gene mutations that cause trichotillomania, a psychiatric disorder that triggers people to compulsively pull their hair. view more (2006-09-27)
Stem cells found in adult hair follicles may provide alternative to embryonic stem cells
Having recently identified the molecular signature of these epidermal neural crest stem cells in the mouse, their research resolves conflicting scientific opinions by showing that these cells are distinctly different from other types of skin-resident stem cells/progenitors. Their work provides a valuable resource for future mouse neural crest stem... view more... (2006-12-12)
Scripps research scientists discover molecular defect involved in hearing loss
Scientists from The Scripps Research Institute have elucidated the action of a protein, harmonin, which is involved in the mechanics of hearing. view more (2009-05-14)
Woolly-Mammoth Gene Study Changes Extinction Theory
A large genetic study of the extinct woolly mammoth has revealed that the species was not one large homogenous group, as scientists previously had assumed, and that it did not have much genetic diversity. view more (2008-06-12)
|
|
| Page
4 of
7 |
137 Results |
|
|
|
Sort By:
Page Views | Date |
|
