Americans are using less energy overall and making more use of renewable energy resources. The…
Month: August 2010
New nuclear breast imaging technologies associated with higher cancer risks, study finds
Some nuclear-based breast imaging exams may increase a woman’s risk of developing radiation-induced cancer, according…
Understanding rider bahavior key to keeping amusement park rides safe and enjoyable
Plummeting down a steep hill on a giant roller coaster or whirling at high speeds…
Reshaping the gut microbiome could herald new treatments for bowel diseases
A healthy human body contains at least tenfold more bacteria cells than human cells. The…
Solar system similar to ours? Richest planetary system discovered
Astronomers have discovered a planetary system containing at least five planets, orbiting the Sun-like star…
Google Earth goes underwater (Appolicious)
Appolicious – An Android update for the popular and cool educational app offers hundreds of…
Touchscreen iMac Could Come from Old Apple Patent
Apple long ago made the transition from a company that makes news with its products…
Alcohol-based hand disinfectants improve business productivity, study finds
The placement of alcohol-based hand disinfectants in businesses can reduce illness and absenteeism amongst the…
Math from the heart: Simulating stent design and coating
Using computer models to study the strengths and weaknesses of different stent structures could help…
Nicotine binding to receptor linked to breast cancer cell growth
When nicotine binds to the nicotinic acetylcholine receptor (nAchR), it is known to promote smoking…