Researchers investigated bosentan's effectiveness in treating patients with severe pulmonary hypertension. Bosentan improved cardiopulmonary haemodynamics and reduced pulmonary artery pressure in patients compared to placebo.
A team of scientists discovered a small, faint galaxy at 13.4 billion light-years using the Hubble Space Telescope and Keck Telescopes. The galaxy, with a mass of just a few million times that of our Sun, is thought to be one of the earliest building blocks of galaxies.
Pat Roberts recognized for strengthening K-12 science education, promoting increased civilian and defense research funding. He established advisory committees and introduced bills improving math and science teaching quality.
A Virginia Tech student has made significant discoveries about air bubbles in drinking water, which can interfere with treatment processes and lead to pathogen contamination. The research is being used to identify problems at two California water treatment plants and has the potential to prevent water-borne diseases.
Research finds UK public sector workers are losing access to training opportunities due to work intensification and contracting out. This decline in training is expected to impact job motivation, particularly among low-paid workers.
The American Chemical Society has awarded U.S. Sen. Jeff Bingaman for his dedication to advancing science, particularly in the areas of energy and education. He has championed double-digit funding increases for key scientific agencies, ensuring a reliable and environmentally responsible energy supply.
UCSD bioengineers have fabricated cartilage tissue that mimics the structure and function of natural articular cartilage. The tissue is made entirely from biological materials and has shown promise in laboratory tests, with cells effectively secreting a key lubricant molecule.
A study of Scottish public opinion finds that Scots are disappointed with the level of political empowerment since devolution. Over seven in ten surveyed in 2000 believe the Scottish Parliament should matter more than Westminster.
A pediatrician at Brenner Children's Hospital has received a $2.25 million grant to study a violence prevention program that aims to help clinicians address key areas during office visits. The program, which will enroll over 5,720 patients across 220 physician practices nationwide, seeks to maximize recruitment in minority populations.
A study found that early exposure to a farming environment reduces the risk of childhood asthma and other allergic diseases. Children exposed to farms in their first year of life had lower rates of asthma, hay fever, and atopic sensitization compared to those exposed later.
A national survey found that women with children under 16 work about two and a half hours more per week than those without children, but this increase is not accompanied by improved satisfaction levels. The use of Information Technology (IT) in women's jobs has become a significant factor in increasing their working hours.
Recent research highlights the significance of sodium-calcium exchange in various physiological processes, including vision, secretion, and cardiac contractility. The study also explores its potential applications in cancer therapy and heart function.