Biologically diverse streams are better at cleaning up pollutants than less rich waterways, and an…
Month: April 2011
Genetic change that helps tumors move to other parts of the body identified
Cancer biologists have identified a genetic change that makes lung tumors more likely to spread…
Strong Indian crust thrust beneath the Tibetan Plateau, new study suggests
For many years, most scientists studying Tibet have thought that a very hot and very…
Common dietary fat and intestinal microbes linked to heart disease
A new pathway has been discovered that links a common dietary lipid and intestinal microflora…
Refusal skills help minority youths combat smoking, study finds
The ability to refuse smoking is related to non-smoking in minority youths, a new study…
New prostate cancer test gives more accurate diagnosis
A new PSA test to screen for prostate cancer more accurately identified men with prostate…
Nano fitness: Helping enzymes stay active and keep in shape
Scientists have developed a new technique for boosting the stability of enzymes, making them useful…
New device promises safer way to deliver powerful drugs
A new drug delivery device promises to unlock the potential of photosensitive chemicals to kill…
Seeing rice with X-rays may improve crop yields
Most people experience X-ray computed tomography (CT) scanners when they are evaluated for a suspected…
Are infants creating historical footprints with their eyes?
Learning how babies communicate can teach us a lot about the development of human social…