The African continent is especially vulnerable to the impact of climate change because it relies…
Month: August 2012
Plant-based compound slows breast cancer in a mouse model
The natural plant compound phenethyl isothiocyanate (PEITC) hinders the development of mammary tumors in a…
Mountains, seaway triggered North American dinosaur surge
The rise of the Rocky Mountains and the appearance of a major seaway that divided…
New bat virus could hold key to Hendra virus
Australian scientists have discovered a new virus in bats that could help shed light on…
Extinction risk factors for New Zealand birds today differ from those of the past
What makes some species more prone to extinction? A new study of nearly 300 species…
‘Cry’ of a shredded star heralds a new era for testing relativity
Last year, astronomers discovered a quiescent black hole in a distant galaxy that erupted after…
Close to the bone: 100 gene deletions in mice identifies nine new genes that determine bone strength
Researchers have uncovered nine new genes associated with bone health. This study found clues to…
Influenza virus replication: Catching the cap-snatcher
Researchers have determined the detailed three-dimensional structure of part of the flu virus’ RNA polymerase,…
Higher healing rate using unique cell-based therapy in chronic venous leg ulcers
A new study finds that treating chronic venous leg ulcers with a topical spray containing…
Target for potent first-strike influenza drugs identified
Compounds blocking an enzyme universal to all influenza viruses may allow development of new antiviral…