Scientists will gather at the University of Michigan to discuss technical problems in measuring global carbon emissions, including identifying 'sinks' for locking up atmospheric carbon. The three-day symposium aims to advance our understanding and verification of carbon credits.
The introduction of non-native smallmouth and rock bass into Canadian lakes has profound effects on native fish populations, particularly lake trout. The study uses stable isotope techniques to quantify the food-web consequences of recent invasions, revealing a dramatic impact on ecosystem functioning.
A clinical trial is underway at UCSF to test the effectiveness of traditional Tibetan medicine as a sole therapy for advanced breast cancer. The trial, led by Yeshi Dhonden and Dr. Debu Tripathy, aims to evaluate the impact of individualized herbal therapies on tumor size in women with stage IV breast cancer.
A new MIT study analyzes the economic and atmospheric impacts of the Kyoto Protocol, showing that controlling multiple gases can greatly reduce costs. The research indicates flaws in the protocol's 'yardstick' for comparing greenhouse gases, highlighting the need for an integrated systems approach to mitigate climate change.
Researchers at the University of North Carolina have identified latent membrane protein 1 as a key contributor to Epstein-Barr virus-induced cancer. The study found that mice with this protein developed lymphoma, highlighting its role in cancer development and potential target for prevention.
Researchers found that extracts from Scutellaria baicalensis significantly reduce cellular damage due to free radicals. The extract helped cells regain their ability to contract rhythmically after simulating cardiac arrest, reducing cell death by 47% compared to untreated cells.
The award encourages young science writers by recognizing outstanding reporting and writing in any field of science. The winner will receive $1,000 and expenses to attend the annual meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.
Research suggests that decreased perception of pain, or hypoalgesia, may precede the onset of hypertension in individuals at high risk. The study found that men and women with hypertension are more likely to suffer an unrecognized myocardial infarction due to suppressed chest pain during episodes of myocardial ischemia.
The CU National Snow and Ice Data Center has posted avalanche awareness information on its website to educate skiers and backcountry enthusiasts. The materials provide guidance on evaluating snowpack stability, recognizing danger signals, and surviving avalanches, with links to related sources.
Scientists have discovered that the myc gene is even more powerful than previously believed, controlling cell growth and division while disabling brakes on growth. The findings mark a significant step towards understanding how faulty cell signals lead to cancer.
A new study suggests the West Antarctic Ice Sheet's complete disintegration in 7,000 years could be inevitable due to its potential instability. The ice sheet's collapse would raise global sea levels, flooding low-lying coastal regions and posing a significant threat to global climate patterns.