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Science News for May 4, 1999


School Violence Addressed At American Psychiatric Association Annual Meeting

The American Psychiatric Association is hosting a symposium on school violence, examining its causes and possible solutions. The event features presentations by experts in the field, including discussions on inner-city violence, posttraumatic stress symptoms, and violence prevention in Chicago Public Schools.

SourceAmerican Psychiatric Association·DateMay 4, 1999

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Physicians And Scientists Present Findings At Annual Meeting Of The Pediatric Academic Societies

Researchers at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center have made two groundbreaking discoveries. Firstly, they found that magnesium boosts cell proliferation in neural cells, potentially revolutionizing neural development. Secondly, a study identified a key receptor in human cells that may contribute to septic shock's immune response, offering new...

SourceCedars-Sinai Medical Center·DateMay 4, 1999

Tapping And Managing Natural Light To Reduce Building Energy Usage

A six-year research program at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory demonstrated how to integrate window and lighting technologies for enhanced energy efficiency and occupant comfort. The project resulted in significant reductions in electricity demand, with dimmable daylighting controls reducing peak demand by up to 40%.

SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·DateMay 4, 1999
Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station

Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.

Researchers Identify Molecule That May Be Key In Pheromone Processing

A research team at MGH and Harvard University identified a molecule called TRP2 that may play a crucial role in the process of converting chemical signals into nerve impulses in rats. This discovery suggests that humans might process pheromones through a different mechanism than most other mammals.

SourceMassachusetts General Hospital·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMay 4, 1999

Major Causes Of Early Childhood Death From Injury Identified

The study found that infants were more likely to die from injuries if their mothers were young, unmarried, or had lower levels of education. Infants who died from an injury were also more likely to be male, have low birth weight, and premature birth.

SourceNIH/Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development·JournalPEDIATRICS·DateMay 4, 1999
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)

Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only) delivers reliable low-light performance and rugged build for astrophotography, lab documentation, and field expeditions.