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Science News for February 22, 2004


Food tastes stronger when you're hungry

Research suggests that hunger increases sensitivity to sugar and salt, as the body tries to consume food. However, this effect does not apply to bitter tastes, which may be more related to detecting toxins.

SourceBMC (BioMed Central)·JournalBMC Neuroscience·DateFeb 22, 2004

OHSU researchers discover way to grow silicon nanowires

Researchers at OGI School of Science & Technology have successfully grown silicon nanowires in a precise location and direction using electrical fields. This breakthrough technology has the potential to revolutionize the microelectronic industry by enabling the fabrication of high-performance electronic devices.

SourceOregon Health & Science University·JournalApplied Physics Letters·DateFeb 22, 2004

Study predicts conditions for sustainable lion trophy hunting

Researchers developed a computer model to predict the effects of different hunting regimes on lion populations over 50 years. The study suggests that males aged 5 or older can be sustainably hunted without limits, while younger lions are prohibited to ensure population stability.

SourceUniversity of Minnesota·JournalNature·DateFeb 22, 2004