Public Science Day will feature lunch, presentations, gallery science shows, health fairs, lightning demonstrations, dissections, dinosaur digs, scavenger hunts, telescopes, science kits, activity booths, touch carts, and journaling. The event promotes scientific exploration by children in local museums and institutions.
A study published in Vadose Zone Journal reveals that temperature measurements can accurately determine the rate of water movement towards the groundwater table. This information can help optimize irrigation practices and ensure the long-term sustainability of ground-water resources in the region.
Researchers found that mice with a specific gene (Hic1) developed cancers at an older age, depending on their sex. Female mice developed lymphomas and sarcomas, while male mice developed epithelial cancers. The study provides evidence of epigenetic problems leading to cancer in mice.
Researchers will create fluorescent dyes to bind to DNA, lipids, carbohydrates, and proteins in Martian soil to detect life forms. The system aims to be versatile enough to couple with different types of rovers used in planetary expeditions.
A new phthalocyanine compound, Pc 4, targets cancerous cells preferentially, leaving healthy tissue alone. The treatment uses laser light to activate the drug, producing forms of oxygen that kill cancer cells and break down tumors.
A recent study at Johns Hopkins Medicine found that babies born with low amniotic fluid at 37 weeks' gestation have normal birth weights and health, challenging conventional wisdom. The study of 262 women showed no significant differences in birth outcomes between those with low and normal amounts of amniotic fluid.
A family history of asthma is a consistent risk factor for childhood asthma, but only partially identifies children at increased risk. Despite this, knowledge of the risk can motivate parents and healthcare providers to take proactive steps in prevention.
AstraZeneca has submitted an application to the European Health Authorities for a new indication for Seroquel in treating manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder. The company's clinical trial programme showed strong and positive results, confirming Seroquel as an ideal first-line agent for this condition.
New porous materials show photoluminescence, ion exchange and gas sorption, having large surface area and uniform pore sizes. They have potential applications in electrochemical sensors, photocatalysts, solid electrolytes for batteries and gas separation.
The EMBO project aims to improve teacher training through international exchange and hands-on activities in labs. A facility will be established at EMBL Heidelberg to offer practical classroom materials and resources.
The Office of Naval Research conducted a technology transition 'wargame' to explore approaches for rapid spin-out of emerging technologies into the commercial sector. The exercise examined three different models, including traditional government office, not-for-profit corporation, and for-profit company models.