Communities of Oregon white oak were once widespread in the Pacific Northwest’s western lowlands, but,…
Month: May 2008
Aprotinin Used In Heart Surgery Associated With Increased Risk Of Death, Study Shows
Aprotinin is associated with a 50 percent increase in the relative risk of death, according…
Spotlight On A Key Player In The Dance Of Chromosomes
Cell division is essential to life, but the mechanism by which emerging daughter cells organize…
Innovative Swiss Programme Offers New Hope For Long Term Weight-loss
Successful long-term weight loss for obese patients can be achieved without drugs using a low-cost…
Atmosphere Threatened By Nitrogen Pollutants Entering Ocean
A large quantity of nitrogen compounds — emitted into the atmosphere by humans through the…
Biosensor For Measuring Stress In Cells
Reactive oxygen compounds, including the well-known “free radicals,” have an oxidation effect and, thereby, damage…
Precision Control Of Movement In Robots
Scientists are investigating the characteristics of various types of materials for their use in the…
Novel Enzyme Inhibitor Paves Way For New Cancer Drug: Agent proves effective against melanoma cells
Scientists have developed a new type of enzyme inhibitor capable of blocking a biochemical pathway…
Separation From Mom, Dad Linked With Learning Trouble In Kids
In the wake of divorce, illness, violence and other problems that can unsettle homes, countless…
Cancer Treatment: Administering Calcium And Magnesium Effectively Reduces Neurological Sensitivity
Researchers in the North Central Cancer Treatment Group have shown that patients who receive intravenous…