Researchers have developed a “dynamic sensor-regulator system” that can detect metabolic changes in microbes during…
Month: March 2012
Computer system identifies liars
Computer scientists are exploring whether machines can read the visual cues that give away deceit….
Hammerhead shark double whammy
A new look-alike species may muddy the water for an endangered hammerhead.
Smiling through the tears: Study shows how tearjerkers make people happier
People enjoy watching tragedy movies like “Titanic” because they deliver what may seem to be…
New way to treat chronic pain, suggested by study
Gene that encodes crucial pain receptor may be the key to individualizing therapy for a…
Neuronal transport granules: Single occupancy vehicles
Protein precursors destined for the spiny extensions of neurons travel single file, according to a…
Rapid rise in blood pressure before midlife may cause irreversible heart damage
The current “watch-and-wait” approach to high blood pressure readings in younger people may set patients…
Sleeping too much or too little can be bad for your heart
Getting too little sleep – or even too much – appears to spell trouble for…
New class of platelet blockers proves effective in phase III trial, study suggests
Adding vorapaxar, an investigational platelet blocker, to standard antiplatelet therapy significantly reduces the risk of…
Pregnancy increases risk of heart attack
Heart attacks during pregnancy tend to be more severe, lead to more complications, and also…