To more effectively defend against ballistic missile attacks, the United States should concentrate on defense…
Month: September 2012
At least 200,000 tons of oil and gas from Deepwater Horizon spill consumed by Gulf bacteria
Researchers have found that, over a period of five months following the disastrous 2010 Deepwater…
Trouble in paradise: Does nature worship harm the environment?
Consumers nurture romantic ideas of nature by engaging in practices that are often harmful to…
Eat dessert first? It might help you control your diet
Consumers watching their diet should pay close attention to the amount of unhealthy foods they…
Want to encourage eco-friendly behavior? Give consumers a nudge (Don’t tell them what to do)
Consumers are more likely to change their behavior if they voluntarily commit to changing rather…
Under the influence: Reminders of money impact consumer decision-making
When reminded of money (not cost), consumers are more likely to evaluate a new product…
How genetics shape our addictions: Genes predict the brain’s reaction to smoking
Have you ever wondered why some people find it so much easier to stop smoking…
Molecular beacons light up stem cell transformation
In a new study, researchers demonstrate a new tool for visually tracking in real-time the…
Scientists develop technique to decipher the dormant AIDS virus concealed in cells
Scientists have gotten us one step closer to understanding and overcoming one of the least-understood…
Invader of the invader: Tiny crustaceans found on red swamp crayfish
The invader of the invader has been discovered for the first time in Europe. The…