Scientists have identified a protein that impairs the development and maintenance of lymphoma (cancer of…
Month: August 2012
Mending a broken heart — with a molecule that turns stem cells into heart cells
Scientists have long been looking for a source of heart cells to study cardiac function…
Turning white fat into energy-burning brown fat: New hope for new obesity and diabetes treatments
Medical researchers have identified a mechanism that can give energy-storing white fat some of the…
Genetic cause for body tremors found
People suffering from the “essential tremor” disorder can now be more easily diagnosed.
Heat-shock factor reveals its unique role in supporting highly malignant cancers
Researchers have found that an ancient, highly conserved cell survival factor drives expression of a…
Planarians offer a better view of eye development
Researchers have created a complete catalog of genes active in the planarian eye. Several identified…
Within reach: Engineers to add arms and hands to unmanned aerial vehicles
Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), such as those used by the military for surveillance and reconnaissance,…
Smooth Transition: Researchers Helping Freshmen with ADHD Succeed in College
Researchers have studied ways to help freshmen with ADHD plan a successful transition to college….
Infants exposed to specific molds have higher asthma risk
In the United States, one in ten children suffers from asthma but the potential environmental…
Note to waitresses: Wearing red can be profitable
In many restaurants throughout the world, wait staff’s income depends largely on the tips received…