People with disabilities are at a greater risk of being the victims of violence and…
Month: February 2013
Mosquitoes exposed to DEET once are less repelled by it a few hours later
Mosquitoes are able to ignore the smell of the insect repellent DEET within a few…
Multiple tests needed to detect infection in low birth-weight newborns, study suggests
New research finds that cultures commonly used to detect bacterial infections in low birth-weight newborns…
Migratory behavior of oceanic whitetip sharks revealed
As the nations of the world prepare to vote on measures to restrict international trade…
Omega-3 lipid emulsions markedly protect brain after stroke in mouse study
Triglyceride lipid emulsions rich in an omega-3 fatty acid injected within a few hours of…
Bracelet-like device controls chronic acid reflux
A bracelet-like device with magnetic beads can control the chronic digestive disorder gastroesophageal reflux disease,…
Using 3-D printing and injectable molds, bioengineered ears look and act like the real thing
Bioengineers and physicians have created an artificial ear — using 3-D printing and injectable molds…
Low-pitched song indicates fairy-wren size
A male fairy-wren’s low pitch song indicates body size, a new study has shown.
Signaling pathway linked to fetal alcohol risk: Molecular switch promises new targets for diagnosis and therapy
Scientists have identified a molecular signaling pathway that plays an important role in the development…
Turning pine sap into ‘ever-green’ plastics
Scientists are developing new plastics that are “green” from the cradle to the grave. Given…