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Geisinger study: Inflammatory disease causes blindness
People suffering from a type of connective tissue disease characterized by inflammation of arteries in the head are three times more likely to experience blindness, new Geisinger research shows.   view more (2008-06-17)

Research scientists discover gene defect responsible for epilepsy
Some 70 million people world-wide suffer from what is known as idiopathic epilepsy. The symptoms can vary considerably, ranging from brief unconsciousness and twitching of arms or legs to serious attacks of cramp. Research scientists at the Universities of Bonn, Ulm and Aachen have now been able to... view more (2003-02-27)

Rare example of Darwinism seen in action
A research team, including UC Riverside biologists, has found experimental evidence that supports a controversial theory of genetic conflict in the reproduction of those animals that support their developing offspring through a placenta.   view more (2007-08-01)

A new analysis of a standard brain test may help predict dementia
Although Alzheimer's disease affects millions of people worldwide, there is no way to identify this devastating brain disease at its earliest stages when there still may be time to delay or even prevent the downward spiral into dementia.   view more (2005-10-06)

Not so Hard to Handle
A simple new handle that makes it easier to hold everything from hammers to violins will be further developed thanks to an Invention & Innovation award of £75,000 from NESTA (National Endowment for Science, Technology & the Arts), the organisation that exists to support UK creativity... view more (2003-02-06)

Saturn's aurora - not as we thought! Comment from UK scientists
Results which combine data from the joint NASA/ESA/ASI Cassini Huygens space mission and the Hubble Space Telescope, published in Nature today (17th February 2005), reveal that Saturn's auroras, long thought to be a cross between those of Earth and Jupiter, are in fact different and may even be... view more (2005-02-17)

Life And Death In Space
Ever since its formation at the birth of the Solar System, some 4570 million years ago, planet Earth has resembled a giant bulls-eye in space, a target for asteroids and comets of all shapes and sizes. Clearly, this violent history has influenced the planet's surface and atmosphere, as well as the... view more (2003-04-05)

Finally, the 'Planet' in Planetary Nebulae?
Astronomers at the University of Rochester, home to one of the world's largest groups of planetary nebulae specialists, have announced that low-mass stars and possibly even super-Jupiter-sized planets may be responsible for creating some of the most breathtaking objects in the sky.   view more (2008-03-11)

Botox injections effective for treating stroke spasticity
New research shows that repeated treatments of botulinum toxin type A (BoNTA) over one year after a stroke can improve muscle tone and reduce pain in the arms and hands, making it easier for patients to dress themselves and perform personal hygiene.   view more (2005-10-31)

Black hole in search of a home
The detection of a super massive black hole without a massive host galaxy is the surprising result from a large Hubble and VLT study of quasars.   view more (2005-09-15)

M. D. Anderson nurse addresses lymphedema in breast cancer patients and survivors
A poster session presented today by The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center at the Oncology Nurses Society 33rd Annual Congress, found that early nursing intervention and implementation of effective strategies can lead to a decrease in the incidence of lymphedema, better management of... view more (2008-05-19)

Fears raised over link between human growth hormone and CJD
Further cases of Creutzfeldt-Jakob (CJD) disease could arise as a result of human growth hormone treatment, even after low doses, suggests research in the Journal of Neurology Neurosurgery and Psychiatry.   view more (2002-05-20)

Searching out the small - and his massive mate
The male half of one of the strangest marine couples has been seen alive for the first time. The blanket octopus shows the greatest size difference between sexes of any large animal, with the male 100 times smaller and 40,000 times lighter than the female. University of Leeds researcher, Dr Tom... view more (2003-01-31)

Robotic technique shows promise in weight-loss surgery, Stanford study finds
Surgeons at the Stanford University School of Medicine have developed a safe and efficient way to use a surgical robot to perform gastric bypass operations.   view more (2005-08-16)

New results help predict treatment response in colorectal cancer
Genetic testing can identify a group of patients with advanced colorectal cancer who are likely to survive on average twice as long if treated with the drug cetuximab, late breaking results show.   view more (2008-09-17)

Unravelling a cosmic mystery-scientists discover the Universe's strongest magnetic field
Scientists from The University of Exeter and the International University, Bremen have discovered what is thought to be the strongest magnetic field in the Universe.   view more (2006-03-31)

Creeping crinoids! Sea lilies crawl to escape predators, new video shows
With their long stalks and feathery arms, marine animals known as sea lilies look a lot like their garden-variety namesakes.   view more (2005-10-17)

Starfish-shaped treatments for food poisoning
Embargoed until 19:00 GMT 9 February 2000   view more (2000-02-08)

Study links propensity toward worry to early death
There is broad consensus today that personality traits are best described by the "Big Five": Extraversion, agreeableness, conscientiousness, emotional stability, and openness to experience.   view more (2007-04-05)

Wired DNA
The hereditary DNA molecule was developed by nature to store the genetic information of its creatures. However in recent years it has been shown that this giant molecule could also have other qualities - it may also conduct electrical current. Three research groups that are looking into this... view more (1999-03-23)

Young children with epilepsy seizures could benefit from animal model of disease
Researchers have developed an animal model of infantile spasms, improving the likelihood of finding new treatments for the thousands of young children who suffer from these catastrophic epilepsy seizures.   view more (2007-04-26)

A new window on the universe
Using new tools to look at the universe, says Patrick Brady, often has led to discoveries that change the course of science. History is full of examples.   view more (2007-11-16)

First IBIS results show tamoxifen reduces breast cancer in healthy high-risk women
First results from the long-awaited IBIS trial into the use of tamoxifen to prevent breast cancer in healthy women at high risk have firmly established that the drug can indeed cut the incidence of the disease. These preliminary results were presented today (Wednesday 20 March) at the 3rd European... view more (2002-03-19)

Forearm supports reduce upper body pain linked to computer use
Providing forearm support is an effective intervention to prevent musculoskeletal disorders of the upper body and aids in reducing upper body pain associated with computer work.   view more (2006-04-19)

Study shows CT angiography can replace digital subtraction angiography
CT angiography (CTA) alone is an effective, noninvasive means to detect peripheral vascular disease.   view more (2007-05-07)
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