Researchers in Spain have developed the most advanced and powerful conductivity cable in the world….
Month: May 2010
Pluripotent and differentiated human cells reside in decidedly different epigenomic landscapes
Human embryonic stem cells possess remarkable properties of self-renewal and pluripotency, the ability to become…
New Martian views from orbiting camera show landscape diversity
New images from more than 750 recent observations of Mars by an orbiting telescopic camera…
Mild-mannered metabolic helper rushes to fight invading viruses, researchers report
Within cells, an ancient antiviral duo can deliver a one-two knockout to thwart invading viruses,…
New nerve cells — even in old age: Researchers find different types of stem cells in the brains of mature and old mice
After birth, the brain loses many nerve cells and this continues throughout life — most…
Eight great iPhone apps for Mother’s Day (Appolicious)
Appolicious – I can’t think of a better Mother’s Day gift than loading your special…
More than half of liver patients experience neurocognitive impairments
Fifty-four percent of liver patients also display neurocognitive impairments such as short term memory loss,…
Magnetic fields drive drug-loaded nanoparticles to reduce blood vessel blockages in an animal study
Scientists and engineers have used uniform magnetic fields to drive iron-bearing nanoparticles to metal stents…
SSRIs and cardiovascular health: Popular antidepressants may have beneficial side effects for cardiovascular health
A class of antidepressants known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors may provide a boost to…
Paper wasps and honey bees share a genetic toolkit
They are both nest-building social insects, but paper wasps and honey bees organize their colonies…