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Science News for March 19, 2006


Breast asymmetry predicts breast cancer

A study of 252 women found that those with higher breast volume asymmetry were more likely to develop breast cancer. The research suggests that breast asymmetry could be a reliable indicator of future breast disease and is an independent predictor of breast cancer.

SourceBMC (BioMed Central)·JournalBreast Cancer Research·DateMar 19, 2006

Knowing our history is best way to gauge benefits of technology

A study compares the impact of information and communications technologies (ICTs) with that of steam power in the 19th century. The research found that globalization leads to both losses and gains, with industries based on strong clusters of activity surviving low wage foreign competition.

SourceEconomic & Social Research Council·DateMar 19, 2006

Sea coral's trick helps scientists tag proteins

Scientists have developed a new fluorescent tag called Dendra that allows for precise labeling and tracking of proteins in living cells. This innovation enables researchers to study protein and organelle dynamics, cell migration, inflammation, and other biological processes with unprecedented accuracy.

SourceHoward Hughes Medical Institute·JournalNature Biotechnology·DateMar 19, 2006
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C)

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C) provide clear calls and strong noise reduction for interviews, conferences, and noisy field environments.