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A Little Nitrogen Can Go a Long Way
Varying the rate of crop production inputs such as fertilizer and seed makes intuitive sense, as farmers have long observed differences in crop yield in various areas of a single field. The availability of spatial yield information from combines equipped with yield monitors has provided a good resource for improved management. view more (2008-09-04)
Carotid artery surgery could substantially reduce stroke among high-risk patients (pp 1486, 1491)
Results of an international study in this week's issue of THE LANCET suggest that surgery to widen narrowed carotid arteries could halve the risk of stroke among high-risk patients. However, authors of the study caution that surgery carries its own stroke risks if not done by experts. There is currently debate as to whether people who have... view more... (2004-05-05)
Annals colonoscopy study underscores importance of quality standards
A study by Baxter, et al. released this week and scheduled to be published in the Jan. 6, 2009, edition of Annals of Internal Medicine, concluded that while screening colonoscopy is associated with fewer deaths from colorectal cancer, the association is primarily limited to deaths from cancer developing in the left side of the colon. view more (2008-12-18)
Why are so few HIV/AIDS trials conducted in Africa?
People in sub-Saharan Africa carry the heaviest burden of HIV and AIDS, yet very few trials have been conducted on the African continent over the past two decades, say researchers in this week's BMJ. view more (2005-09-30)
Spatial Molecular Structure of the Bovine Prion Protein Decoded at the ETH Zurich
The healthy prion proteins of humans and bovine cattle are very similar. It therefore appears, that transmission of Mad Cow Disease (BSE) to humans might be rationalized on the level of the molecular structure. This is reported by a research team from the Institute for Molecular Biology and Biophysics of the ETH Zurich (The Swiss Federal Institute... view more... (2000-07-11)
CANCER DOCTORS COULD BENEFIT FROM TRAINING IN COMMUNICATION SKILLS (p 650)
Senior doctors working in cancer medicine could benefit from intensive communication-skills training to assist the often complex and distressing issues surrounding cancer care, conclude authors of a UK study in this week's issue of THE LANCET. Doctors' communication with patients is commonly hampered by a lack of communication-skills training.... view more... (2002-02-20)
Hopes of a New Treatment Approach for Paralysis
Scientists at the Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum (German Cancer Research Center, Heidelberg) were recently able to show in experiments with mice that a paralysis can be reversed by blocking programmed cell death. Paralysis in the form of paraplegia and quadriplegia is usually the result of traumatic spinal cord injuries, but can also be caused... view more... (2004-03-15)
Researchers find the key to winning in extra-time - preparing 48 hrs before the game even begins
At the start of a match, every manager sets out confident of winning within the normal time period of the game. But a new study by Andy Foskett, working with Dr Clyde Williams from the School of Sport and Exercise Science at Loughborough University, not only recommends that all managers take a pessimistic approach and prepare for extra-time 48... view more... (2003-12-16)
ESA contributes to ocean carbon cycle research
The Earth's oceans play a vital role in the carbon cycle, making it imperative that we understand marine biological activity enough to predict how our planet will react to the extra 25 000 million tonnes of carbon dioxide humans are pumping into the atmosphere annually. view more (2008-05-06)
Switzerland has sent its first satellite into space
The Indian launcher Polar Space Launch Vehicle took off at 8:22 a.m. - Swiss time. Twenty minutes later, the SwissCube was ejected from the nose cone of the rocket at an altitude of around 720 kilometers. view more (2009-09-24)
Man's best friend lends insight into human evolution
Flexibly drawing inferences about the intentions of other individuals in order to cooperate in complex tasks is a basic part of everyday life that we humans take for granted. view more (2007-03-02)
Smoking interferes with brain's recovery from alcoholism
Smoking appears to interfere with the brain's ability to recover from the effects of chronic alcohol abuse. view more (2006-03-16)
New training regime recommended countering loss of fitness in game-limited youth football players.
To protect young future football stars, the Football Association limits the number of games young players (aged 10 -11 years old) attending official academies are allowed to play. The initiative has reduced the numbers of injuries young players experience, but a new study by James Ryder at the University of Hull and the University College Chester... view more... (2003-12-16)
On the Energy Trail: Berkeley Researchers Find New Details Following the Path of Solar Energy During Photosynthesis
Imagine a technology that would not only provide a green and renewable source of electrical energy, but could also help scrub the atmosphere of excessive carbon dioxide resulting from the burning of fossil fuels. view more (2008-04-28)
Creating intelligent environments
Ambient intelligence is likely to be a novel concept for many but perhaps others will link it to advances in IC technologies. In fact, ambient intelligence wishes to create active environments capable of adapting at all times to the needs of the end-user. To achieve this aim, techniques based on context aware ubiquitous computing are used. view more (2003-05-14)
Ambitious Fundraising for New Medical School
"Like Eden, the Peninsula Medical School is a ground-breaking project and an exciting development for the region," said the Right Honourable Lord David Owen CH, speaking with regard to the first new school of medicine to be launched in the UK for 30 years and the first for over a century to be located in Devon and Cornwall. "The... view more... (2002-01-30)
JCB back new hi-tech learning centre
Schoolchildren are now so sophisticated in the field of design and technology that Staffordshire University, in partnership with engineering giants JCB, is to open a pioneering new centre which will give youngsters access to state-of-the-art learning technology. The Staffordshire University and JCB Schools Design and Technology Centre is a... view more... (2000-03-28)
Study finds B-vitamin deficiency may cause vascular cognitive impairment
A deficiency of B-vitamins may cause vascular cognitive impairment, according to a new study. Researchers at the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging (HNRCA) at Tufts University used an experimental model to examine the metabolic, cognitive, and microvascular effects of dietary B-vitamin deficiency. view more (2008-09-02)
Genetic cause of speech defect discovered
Researchers at the University of Toronto (U of T), Capital Health's Stollery Children's Hospital in Edmonton, Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children and their international collaborators have discovered a genetic abnormality that causes a type of language impairment in children. view more (2005-10-20)
Estimate Soil Texture-by-Feel
The ability to estimate soil texture-by-feel is an important skill that students and registered soil scientists should learn. view more (2008-10-16)
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