A study of the salamander brain has led researchers to discover a hitherto unknown function…
Month: April 2011
New antibiotics against resistant bacterial infections discovered
This year’s World Health Day focuses on the growing threat of potentially deadly infections developing…
Atherosclerotic plaques form during a late and limited time period in life, atom bomb residues reveal
In a new study performed in humans, researchers from Sweden have determined the age of…
Late diagnosis is major factor in hospital cancer deaths in Northern Ireland
Late cancer diagnosis in Northern Ireland contributes to hospital deaths despite patient’s preference to die…
Fighting malaria with African plant extracts
Plants used in traditional African medicine may have an effect on the malaria parasite as…
Common genetic cause of autism and epilepsy discovered
Researchers have identified a new gene that predisposes people to both autism and epilepsy. The…
Center to revolutionize chemical manufacture is open for business
A center for revolutionizing the way pharmaceuticals and other chemicals are made is being officially…
Digestive experts grade treatment options for inflammatory bowel disease
The American College of Gastroenterology published a new evidence-based systematic review on the management of…
Nanoparticles increase biofuel performance, lower emissions
A new study shows that the addition of alumina nanoparticles can improve the performance and…
Why Users Are More Engaged With Social Media on Fridays (Mashable)
Mashable – Rebecca Black’s not the only one who thinks there’s something special about Friday….