The rate of drug overdose from prescription opioids increased seven-fold in New York City over…
Month: February 2013
Caught in the act: Researchers capture key moments in cell death
Scientists have for the first time visualized the molecular changes in a critical cell death…
Caring friends can save the world
New research shows that caring in friendships stands between apathy and activism, and is directly…
Humanitarian aid workers in Uganda show signs of stress, depression, and burnout
The high risk for mental health problems among staff working in humanitarian organizations in northern…
Automated breast density test identifies women at high cancer risk
Researchers have developed a novel computer algorithm to easily quantify a major risk factor for…
Needless abdominal CT scans can be avoided in children, study says
A study of more than 12,000 children from emergency departments throughout the U.S. has identified…
Routes towards defect-free graphene
A new way of growing graphene without the defects that weaken it and prevent electrons…
Some plants are altruistic, too, new study suggests
We’ve all heard examples of animal altruism: Dogs caring for orphaned kittens, chimps sharing food…
New study sheds light on link between dairy intake and bone health: Not all dairy products are equal
A new study has found that dairy intake — specifically milk and yogurt — is…
Taking a bite at the shark bite
Researchers are studying the bacteria of a shark’s mouth in order to improve medical treatment…