A new study is the first of its kind to systematically investigate the use of…
Month: February 2012
Lake Chad: Inhabitants adapt to lower water levels
Lake Chad used to be one of the biggest lakes in the world, but its…
Eat your broccoli: Another mechanism discovered by which sulforaphane prevents cancer
Researchers have discovered yet another reason why the “sulforaphane” compound in broccoli and other cruciferous…
Cold air chills heart’s oxygen supply, making snow shoveling dangerous for some people
People with heart disease may not be able to compensate for their bodies’ higher demand…
Predicting children’s language development
We depend on a barrage of standardized tests to assess everything from aptitude to intelligence….
Developing sustainable power
Scientists suggest that renewable energy is a viable option for electrical power in developing and…
Initial genetic analysis reveals Iceman Ötzi predisposed to cardiovascular disease
The famous Iceman mummy known as Ötzi was genetically predisposed to cardiovascular diseases, according to…
The Brazilian rainforest : Caught between biodiversity and business
Brazil is exporting more and more agricultural produce: soya beans and beef in particular, but…
Overfishing threatens the survival of seabirds
From gannets to seagulls, puffins to penguins, all seabirds suffer the same drop in birth…
Stress changes how people make decisions
Trying to make a big decision while you’re also preparing for a scary presentation? You…