An international investigation has uncovered the genetics of the Shar-Pei dog’s characteristic wrinkled skin. The…
Month: March 2011
A new evolutionary history of primates
A robust new phylogenetic tree resolves many long-standing issues in primate taxonomy. The genomes of…
HP Joins the Cloud, But Others Are Ahead (PC World)
PC World – One of the world’s most venerable IT manufacturers is flying into the…
Heart damage improves, reverses after stem cell injections in a preliminary human trial
Researchers have shown in a small study that stem cell therapy can reverse heart damage…
Experimental philosophy opens new avenues into old questions
A philosophy professor examines the notions of free will and determinism through test methods used…
Wind and solar can reliably supply 25 percent of Oahu’s electricity need, new study shows
When combined with on-Oahu wind farms and solar energy, the Interisland Wind project planned to…
Cassini sees seasonal rains transform surface of Saturn’s moon Titan
As spring continues to unfold at Saturn, April showers on the planet’s largest moon, Titan,…
Corn gluten meal tested on squash survival, yields
A study of corn gluten meal (CGM) applied to direct-seeded squash includes useful information for…
Want more zest for life? Consider gardening!
New research makes a strong case for the benefits of gardening for older adults. The…
New research tool targets microRNA expression in zebrafish
A new research tool for studying microRNA expression in zebrafish will help researchers study the…