The spread of breast cancer to distant organs within the body, an event that often…
Month: January 2013
NASA’s Tracking and Data Relay Satellite System offers upgrade to vital communications net
NASA’s Tracking and Data Relay Satellite System, also known as the Space Network, will get…
World’s most powerful engine blazes path for space launch system advanced propulsion
To help develop the nation’s future heavy lift rocket, NASA resurrected the world’s most powerful…
Hubble finds appearances can be deceptive: Looking at the stars in NGC 411
Globular clusters are roughly spherical collections of extremely old stars, and around 150 of them…
Cows fed flaxseed produce more nutritious dairy products
Dairy cows that are fed flaxseed produce more nutritious milk, with more omega-3 fatty acids…
Daily antiseptic baths slash risk of bloodstream infections in critically ill children
Daily baths with an ordinary antibacterial cleanser can safely reduce the risk of dangerous bloodstream…
Qigong improves quality of life for breast cancer patients, study suggests
Researchers have found qigong, an ancient mind-body practice, reduces depressive symptoms and improves quality of…
P53 mutation hinders cancer treatment response
Scientists have discovered the workings of the gene that has been hindering treatment response in…
Fighting back against citrus greening
Agricultural researchers are helping citrus growers and juice processors address the threat posed by Huanglongbing,…
How trained literacy coaches can improve student reading comprehension
The language and reading comprehension skills of low-income upper elementary-school students — especially English-language learners…