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Science News for April 6, 1998


Structure Of Tumor Necrosis Factor-Alpha-Converting Enzyme Solved - Milestone Toward Rational Drug Design For Rheumatoid Arthritis And Endotoxic Shock

Researchers solved the crystal structure of human tumor necrosis factor-alpha-converting enzyme (TACE), revealing its unique features and providing insights into its role in inflammatory diseases. The study's findings have significant implications for developing targeted therapies for rheumatoid arthritis and septic shock.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateApr 6, 1998

Why Is Ice So Slippery? Mysteries Of The "Invisible" Ice Surface

Researchers used low-energy helium atom scattering to study the topmost layer of ice, finding that water molecules vibrate strongly, causing a coherent diffraction pattern to be elusive. The results explain why ice is slippery, adheres to other ice surfaces, and traps molecules in the stratosphere, leading to ozone depletion.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateApr 6, 1998

CU Shuttle Experiment To Analyze Dust Particles In Space

The CU-Boulder payload, dubbed COLLIDE, analyzes the gentle collisions of dust particles in space to understand the dynamics of larger particles. Four different impact speeds and two different depths of dust will be tested to shed light on the mysterious disappearance of dust from planetary ring particles.

SourceUniversity of Colorado at Boulder·DateApr 6, 1998
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.

Bright Beginnings Increases Outreach To New Haven's Young Mothers

The Bright Beginnings program has been awarded a $50,000 grant from the Community Foundation for Greater New Haven to expand its support services for vulnerable inner-city women and their babies. The program, which pairs trained volunteers with pregnant women, aims to promote good health care and parenting practices.

SourceYale University School of Medicine·DateApr 6, 1998

Women Use Coping Strategies To Deal With Pain More Frequently Than Men

A new study by Ohio University researchers found that women with osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis use various coping mechanisms to deal with pain, including relaxation and emotional support. Women were better at regulating the emotional aspect of pain, while men struggled more with mood changes after high-pain days.

SourceOhio University·DateApr 6, 1998

UD Geographer Receives Lifetime Achievement Award

Dr. Mather's research and teaching in climatology have made a lasting impact on the profession. He is recognized for his exemplary service to the Association of American Geographers (AAG) and his faculty colleagues.

SourceUniversity of Delaware·DateApr 6, 1998