In order to separate human-caused global warming from the “noise” of purely natural climate fluctuations,…
Month: November 2011
‘Silent’ stroke risk factors for children with sickle cell anemia
Factors such as low hemoglobin levels, increased systolic blood pressure, and male gender are linked…
Squid mystery in Mexican waters unraveled by biologist and a class of students
Marine biologists are studying Humboldt squid in Mexico’s Sea of Cortez, where the creatures have…
Environmental conditions and predators affect Atlantic salmon survival in the Gulf of Maine
Atlantic salmon face new challenges in the Gulf of Maine, where changing spring wind patterns,…
New way to form extracellular vesicles
Researchers have discovered a protein called TAT-5 that affects the production of extracellular vesicles, small…
Nanoparticles used as additives in diesel fuels can travel from lungs to liver
Recent studies have demonstrated that nanoparticles of cerium oxide — common diesel fuel additives used…
Public willing to pay more for greener urban spaces, British study shows
People are willing to pay up to £29.91 per month, or around £360.00 per year,…
Satellite images help species conservation
Organisms living on small islands are particularly threatened by extinction. However, data are often lacking…
Job market for college grads braced for slow but steady growth
After last year’s rollercoaster ride, the job market for college graduates has settled down and…
The buzz around beer: Why do flies like beer?
Ever wondered why flies are attracted to beer? Entomologists have, and offer an explanation. They…