A team of archaeologists has discovered a previously unknown mound complex in Louisiana built between 5,000 and 5,400 years ago. The site, Watson Break, consists of 11 mounds that predate other known complexes by 1,900 years and provide clues about the planned engineering behind their construction.
A consortium of scientists has released a new genome sequencing project for the bacterium P. aeruginosa, which causes chronic lung infections in CF patients. The project aims to increase practical knowledge about the pathogen and develop new drugs for treatment.
The Family Solutions Project, which combines first-time juvenile offenders with their parents and siblings, has shown a 21 percent decrease in recidivism rates. The program emphasizes problem-solving skills, decision making, and communication to help young people develop new peer groups.
Researchers are focusing on mediators in Georgia with a four-year project aiming to identify common practices that distinguish skillful from less effective mediation. The study includes 25-page surveys of 1,000-plus mediators and analysis of 40 videotaped mediation sessions.
Researchers discover byssal threads in marine mussels, which feature a mix of collagenous and elastin-like properties. The unique structure of these threads may inspire the development of biomimetic materials with improved stretchiness and toughness.
Gale and doctoral student Steve Kogan used discourse analysis to examine a therapy session conducted by Michael White, a renowned therapist influenced by postmodern thinking. The study found that the therapist successfully managed the talk to make each participant central and accountable, promoting more transparent interactions.
Despite intensive searches, only a few gamma ray burst counterparts have been found, leaving scientists with more questions than answers. The lack of consistent patterns hampers the search, but continued observations with powerful instruments may help clarify the issue.
Researchers design all-carbon backbone that spontaneously folds into compact helical structure without hydrogen bonds. The resulting molecule has a tubular cavity with potential applications in selective chemistry and catalysis.
Scientists described the three-dimensional structure and inner workings of a terpene synthase, a type of protein that synthesizes complex compounds including cholesterol. The findings provide groundwork for understanding how to regulate cholesterol creation in the body.
Researchers at OHSU found that mice without the D4 dopamine receptor exhibit increased locomotor activity when exposed to these substances. The study suggests that the D4 receptor may play a role in modulating drug effects and could be a new target for treating drug abuse.