New research has found that social and psychological factors have the biggest influence upon women’s…
Month: October 2010
Ultra-precise optical systems for space
Metal mirrors made with extremely high precision and exactly positioned are the key elements of…
So that’s why we’re allergic to sun creams
What happens to sunscreens when they are exposed to sunlight? And how is the skin…
On the trail of the epigenetic code: Test system on Drosophila should provide the key to histone function
Test system on fruit flies should provide the key to histone function. The genetic inherited…
Is infertility more common in women with epilepsy?
Women with epilepsy may be more likely to experience infertility, according to new research. The…
Global carbon cycle: Tiny creatures may play a crucial role in mixing ocean nutrients
Studies of microscopic swimming creatures show that the fluid flow they produce is much more…
Research reveals likely housing winners and losers
There is a great deal of uncertainty and speculation about the direction of the housing…
Car manufacturers can get vehicles to market more quickly using new simulation model
A new simulation model is set to significantly reduce the time and costs required to…
Meta-analysis shows no heart benefits for folic acid supplements
Use of folic acid supplements appears to lower blood levels of the amino acid homocysteine…
In elevated carbon dioxide, soybeans stumble but invasive cheatgrass keeps on truckin’
Scientists once thought the fertilization effect of rising carbon dioxide concentrations would offset factors such…