Using model cell lines, researchers have shown that human neutrophil peptide 1 effectively prevented HIV…
Month: July 2012
How chronic obstructive pulmonary disease increases risk of lung cancer
A new study details novel mechanism of increased lung cancer risk due to COPD: long-term…
Active forest management to reduce fire could help protect northern spotted owl
The northern spotted owl, a threatened species in the Pacific Northwest, would actually benefit in…
Pulling CO2 from air vital, but lower-cost technology a stumbling block so far, experts say
Emerging techniques to pull carbon dioxide from the air and store it away to stabilize…
Same adaptations evolve across different insects
For years, scientists have questioned whether evolution is predictable, or whether chance events make such…
New probe provides vital assist in brain cancer surgery
A new probe uses an innovative fluorescence-reading technology to help brain surgeons distinguish cancerous tissue…
Yoga reduces stress; now it’s known why
Researchers have shown that practicing a form of yogic meditation for just 12 minutes daily…
Human papillomavirus types do not replace others after large-scale vaccination
Vaccines against human papillomavirus (HPV) are now recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and…
Is there such a thing as eating too many fruits and vegetables?
It may make you scratch your head, but in fact it is possible to overeat…
Oral drops for dog allergies pass another hurdle
Placing allergy drops under a dog’s tongue can be as effective as allergy injections for…