Researchers at Queen's University have discovered potent antifreeze proteins in insects, which can withstand temperatures as low as minus 30 degrees Celsius. The findings hold promise for agriculture and the frozen food industry, potentially extending growing seasons and improving crop yields.
A study found that only 9% of articles in top US medical journals focused on primary prevention or screening, while 60% addressed treatment and basic science. The researchers called for further studies to expand the analysis.
A major new study from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill found a significant decline in milk consumption and a sharp increase in sugar-laden soft drinks among US teenagers between 1965 and 1996. This shift is linked to an increased risk of chronic diseases, including strokes, heart disease, and osteoporosis.
The program allows educators to conduct research for the space program while enriching their teaching skills. Basil Antar, a returning fellow, is conducting microgravity research that could lead to better fiber optics, which will improve high-speed computers and digital communications.
Researchers at CU-Boulder have discovered a second underwater church in the ancient port city of Aperlae, suggesting it was a magnet for pilgrims traveling to and from the Holy Land. The settlement, which likely supported around 1,000 people, featured multiple churches, public baths, and self-sustaining agriculture.
Researchers found that methoxsalen inhibits CYP2A6 enzyme, increasing nicotine levels and reducing smoking desire. The medication was shown to improve oral nicotine replacement effectiveness in reducing cravings and puff counts.
A recent study by Dr. Whit Gibbons has discovered the smallest and youngest non-hatchling Blanding's turtle ever recorded, just two and a half inches long and four years old. The finding highlights the importance of understanding the species' life cycle and habitat needs to inform conservation efforts.
Researchers have developed a technique using infrared light to measure blood glucose, offering a painless alternative to current methods. A small clinical trial involving five people with Type I diabetes showed promising results, paving the way for future commercial development.
Scientists will study the effects of space vacuum and solar radiation on four specially selected microbes, including one known to survive high temperatures. The experiment aims to test the theory that microbial life once came to Earth on a meteorite from another planet.
A team of researchers has identified a specific binding site for alcohols and anesthetics on brain proteins, which could lead to new pharmacologic interventions for addiction and substance abuse. This breakthrough finding builds upon previous studies suggesting that alcohols interact with specific protein molecules in the brain.
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center found that low-dose oral contraceptives offer a 40% reduced risk of ovarian cancer, similar to high-dose pills. The protection begins soon after use and continues for at least 30 years after stopping.
Researchers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute have charted the chain of events by which estrogen receptor-negative (ER-negative) breast cancer cells are formed. By understanding this process, scientists can identify potential targets for specific therapies to stop ER-negative tumors from growing.
Army soldiers surpassed the Healthy People 2000 goals for physical fitness, with 70% reporting aerobic activity and 97% doing muscle strengthening exercises at least once a week. They also adopted healthier behaviors in nutrition, safety, and alcohol use categories.