Researchers are narrowing the search for genes involved in non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma — by ‘turning dogs…
Month: April 2011
Having trouble sharing or understanding emotions? Affection could help
Affectionate communication, such as hugging, could help those who have high levels of alexithymia lead…
Hypothermia shown to improve survival and outcomes following out-of-hospital cardiac arrest
The successful use and evaluation of therapeutic hypothermia to improve survival and reduce the risk…
Gene linked to severity of autism’s social dysfunction identified
With the help of two sets of brothers with autism, scientists have identified a gene…
Treating newborn horses: A unique form of pediatrics
Like any other newborn, the neonatal horse can be a challenging patient. Its immune system…
Micro aircraft improves avionic systems and sensors
Myriad sensors and systems provide modern aircraft with data for flight control. But a bird’s…
Replacing batteries may become a thing of the past, thanks to ‘soft generators’
Battery technology hasn’t kept pace with advancements in portable electronics, but the race is on…
Common nanoparticles found to be highly toxic to Arctic ecosystem
Researchers have discovered that nanoparticles, which are now present in everything from socks to salad…
Simple chemical cocktail shows first promise for limb re-growth in mammals
Move over, newts and salamanders. The mouse may join you as the only animal that…
Tungsten may not be the best shot for making ‘green’ bullets
With efforts underway to ban lead-based ammunition as a potential health and environmental hazard, scientists…