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Swedish solar telescope bursts dream barrier
The first pictures from the new Swedish solar telescope on La Palma, Canary Islands, are presented in an article in the prestigious science journal Nature from November 14. The images of the sun are the most detailed ever seen. One of the most sensational discoveries is a previously unknown... view more (2002-11-18)

Southampton scientists set sail for the Arctic on historic voyage to investigate impact of global warming
Dr Val Byfield and Sarah Fletcher from Southampton Oceanography Centre will be setting sail from Tromso in Norway next week on their way to the Arctic on board a 93-year-old sailing vessel, as part of a unique project to investigate the impact of global warming.   view more (2003-05-23)

Nuclear weapons in terrorist hands?
Are nuclear weapons of the simpler variety in the hands of a terrorist group- a realistic threat? That question has been studied in a report from FOI (Swedish Defence Research Agency), and the conclusion is that the possibility of nuclear charges being used for terror ends cannot be written off.... view more (2004-01-16)

Ecologists warn of the dangers of GM fish
The aquaculture industry will do increasing ecological damage around the world unless urgent action is taken by national and international policy makers, a new report by the British Ecological Society has warned. The report - written by experts from University College Cork, the University of... view more (2003-06-17)

NASA Study Links "Smog" to Arctic Warming
NASA scientists have found that a major form of global air pollution involved in summertime "smog" has also played a significant role in warming the Arctic.   view more (2006-03-15)

Intelligent Manufacturing Systems (IMS) offers $5,000 Prize for best European media article or video on "Manufacturing and its Impact on Society and the Economy"
The Intelligent Manufacturing Systems initiative (IMS) is offering US$ 5,000 prize in each of its seven member regions for the best newspaper article, magazine article or video on the topic of "Manufacturing and its Impact on Society and the Economy". The European region competition is open to any... view more (2005-01-18)

Ume'å researchers have mapped the dams of the world
More than half of the world's large rivers are fragmented and regulated by dams. The largest and the most biologically and geographically diverse rivers are all affected. This is shown by a global study that is published in this week's issue of the journal Science.   view more (2005-04-14)

Caring for cancer carers: Are women's needs different from men's?
A cancer diagnosis can be a devastating experience for the person concerned, but for families and loved ones, who later become the primary source of support and care, it can be a stressful, life changing experience.   view more (2006-01-09)

Carbon nanotube absorption measured in worms, cancer cells
University of Michigan researchers have discovered how to measure the absorption of multi-walled carbon nanoparticles into worms and cancer cells, a breakthrough that will revolutionize scientists' understanding of how the particles impact the living environment.   view more (2006-03-29)

Alien predators are more dangerous than native predators
Introduced predators such as foxes and cats are twice as deadly as native predators to Australia's unique native animals, a new study has found.   view more (2007-03-14)

Celebrating 40 Years Of Scientific Excellence
The European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO) this weekend celebrated its 40th anniversary. Leading scientists from all over Europe - amongst them 5 Nobel Laureates and Senior Vice President of Discovery Research at GlaxoSmithKline - flew in to take part in the celebrations; all of them... view more (2004-06-25)

Tiny zebras at your service
Before new pesticides can be approved, their environmental impact must be assessed. Due to the complexity of ecological systems, researchers require simple yet representative laboratory models. Among vertebrates, schools of zebra fish are especially suitable. --- Studying the ways substances affect... view more (2004-02-03)

Regular exercise, keeping weight in check reduces breast-cancer risk in postmenopausal women
Postmenopausal women who want to significantly decrease their breast-cancer risk would be wise to exercise regularly and keep their weight within a normal range for their height.   view more (2006-10-10)

HIV drug resistance is increasing in the UK
The prevalence of transmitted HIV drug resistance in the United Kingdom is increasing, according to a study in this week's BMJ. This finding emphasises the urgent need for new approaches to encourage safer sexual behaviour. A total of 69 patients infected with HIV between June 1994 and August 2000... view more (2001-05-02)

Atherosclerosis studied at the cellular level
A McMaster University study on atherosclerosis will be featured on the cover of the December issue of the high impact American Heart Association scientific journal, Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology.   view more (2005-12-02)

Wetlands Restoration Not a Panacea for Louisiana Coast
Counting on wetlands restoration projects to protect storm buffeted infrastructure along the Louisiana Coast is likely to be a "losing battle" that provides "false hope" and prevents endangered communities from clearly planning for their future, says a researcher from Western... view more (2008-09-29)

Central American fires impact US air quality and climate
Scientists using NASA satellites and computer models have shown that pollutants from Central American biomass burning can influence air quality and climate in the United States.   view more (2006-10-11)

Review examines breast cancer prevention strategies in the United States
A new review outlines potential pharmaceutical, dietary, surgical, and other approaches to reducing the risk of breast cancer among women in the United States, and examines the evidence for specific recommendations.    view more (2008-11-05)

“Black clocks” call time on invasive flatworm
Entomologists in Belfast may finally have found a way of limiting the spread of the New Zealand flatworm, which invaded the British Isles in the 1960s. Speaking at the Royal Entomological Society’s national meeting Entomology 2002, which will take place at Cardiff University on 12–13... view more (2002-09-04)

Smokers have worse side effects from radiation treatment for prostate cancer
Smoking has been found to contribute to poorer outcomes for people treated for many kinds of cancer and now, researchers at Fox Chase Cancer Center have associated smoking and acute side-effects following radiation therapy for prostate cancer.   view more (2006-11-06)

Academy's Whittle Medal awarded for engineering the practice of sustainable development
The Sir Frank Whittle Medal for 2003 under the theme, 'for outstanding and sustained achievement by an engineer who has contributed to the well being of the nation', has been awarded to Professor Roland Clift OBE FREng, Distinguished Professor of Environmental Technology and Director, Centre for... view more (2003-06-02)

Fusion to play part in UK energy strategy
Fusion is one of the research areas picked out for energy investment from the UK government by the House of Commons Science and Technology Committee in its Report on Energy Research published yesterday. The report "Towards a non-carbon fuel economy: research, development and... view more (2003-04-04)

Smokers likely to develop mouth ulcers and cold symptoms up to two weeks after quitting
Smokers develop mouth ulcers and cold symptoms for up to two weeks after giving up their habit, reveals research in Tobacco Control. The body's backlash could deter many ex-smokers from staying the course, unless they know what to expect, suggest the authors. One hundred and seventy four smokers... view more (2003-02-21)

Overcrowding and understaffing in hospitals increases levels of MRSA infections
A review article authored by a University of Queensland academic has found overcrowding and understaffing in hospitals are two key factors in the transmission of MRSA (Meticillin - Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus) infections worldwide.   view more (2008-06-25)

Can your neighbourhood influence your health?
Understanding how neighbourhood environments may impact upon health has become increasingly important as the gap between the wealthy and the poor has become larger. It may be that greater community wide stress in poorer neighbourhoods is associated with lower physical health. These are the findings... view more (2001-08-31)
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