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Science News for February 5, 2017


Queensland-led team develops effective economical Ebola treatment

A Queensland-led team has developed an effective and economical Ebola treatment made with antibodies from horses, which could be used in the next outbreak. The post-exposure treatment is a cost-effective alternative to monoclonal antibodies, which require significant investment for scale-up and manufacture.

SourceUniversity of Queensland·JournalScientific Reports·DateFeb 5, 2017

Psychology explains how to win an Oscar

A recent study published in the British Journal of Psychology found that US actors dominated the Academy Awards, winning over 50% of all prizes. Shared social group membership with judges was a significant factor in determining award winners. Nationality and film subject matter also played important roles in award wins.

SourceBritish Psychological Society·JournalBritish Journal of Psychology·DateFeb 5, 2017
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter

Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter is a trusted meter for precise measurements during instrument integration, repairs, and field diagnostics.

Sitting not linked to incident diabetes: New research

A long-term study of 4811 London-based office workers found no association between sitting and developing type 2 diabetes. The researchers suggest that the risks are linked to TV time and poor diet, rather than sitting itself.

SourceUniversity of Sydney·JournalBritish Journal of Sports Medicine·DateFeb 5, 2017