Biologists and informaticists have produced one of the most extensive pictures ever of mutation processes…
Month: September 2012
New enzyme to fight Alzheimer’s disease identified
An enzyme could represent a powerful new tool for combating Alzheimer’s disease.
MetOp-B launches with NASA Goddard-developed instruments
A new European meteorological satellite soared into space Sept. 17 with five environmental instruments aboard…
Improving memory for specific events can alleviate symptoms of depression
Hear the word “party” and memories of the big bash you attended last New Year’s…
About half of adults say schools should take action when kids bully with social isolation
Most adults say schools should take action when bullies threaten physical safety or embarrass others,…
Shrinking snow depth on Arctic sea ice threatens ringed seal habitat
University of Washington scientists found that the habitat required for ringed seals — animals under…
Temperature in turbulent convection: Discovery could aid design of new cooling systems
An international team of physicists is working to ascertain more about the fundamental physical laws…
Cause of chemotherapy resistance in melanoma found
Researchers have identified a major reason why melanoma is largely resistant to chemotherapy. They found…
Protecting ecosystems brings benefits to society
Ecosystems are essential to our well-being and prosperity as they provide us with food, clean…
Sex matters: Men recognize cars and women recognize living things best, psychological analysis finds
Women are better than men at recognizing living things and men are better than women…