A detailed analysis of more than four million absorbent minerals has determined that new materials…
Month: May 2012
Despite less play, children’s use of imagination increases over two decades
Children today may be busier than ever, but psychologists have found that their imagination hasn’t…
First epigenome in Europe completed
Scientists have now completed the first epigenome in Europe.
Tomato genomes sequenced: Both domesticated type and wild ancestor
The tomato genome sequence — both the domesticated type and its wild ancestor, Solanum pimpinellifolium…
First prehistoric twins discovered in Iberian Peninsula
Researchers in Spain have discovered the remains of newborn twin girls in the archaeological site…
Genes predict if medication can help you quit smoking
A new study shows the same gene variations that make it difficult to stop smoking…
More atomic hydrogen gas lurks in universe: There’s more star-stuff out there, but it’s not dark matter
More atomic hydrogen gas — the ultimate fuel for stars — is lurking in today’s…
BioChip may make diagnosis of leukemia and HIV faster, cheaper
Inexpensive, portable devices that can rapidly screen cells for leukemia or HIV may soon be…
People know when to move from task to task
People make decisions all the time and previous studies suggest that while we are good…
Freecycling has viral effect on community spirit and generosity
Reinforcing that the best things in life are free, a new study shows that online…