Medical researchers have just treated the first patient in the United States in an experimental…
Month: February 2013
Bullied children can suffer lasting psychological harm as adults
Bullied children grow into adults who are at increased risk of developing anxiety disorders, depression…
Simple view of gravity does not fully explain the distribution of stars in crowded clusters
Gravity remains the dominant force on large astronomical scales, but when it comes to stars…
Background checks, permanent records needed for all firearm transfers, not just gun sales by retailers, experts urge
Gun violence in the United States can be substantially reduced if Congress expands requirements for…
Antioxidants in your diet may not reduce risk of stroke or dementia, study suggests
Contrary to other research, a new study found that the total level of antioxidants in…
Employees shed pounds in worksite-based weight loss intervention with behavioral counseling
Workplace-based programs that include dietary advice coupled with behavioral counseling appear to be a promising…
NASA rover confirms first drilled Mars rock sample
NASA’s Mars rover Curiosity has relayed new images that confirm it has successfully obtained the…
Genome-wide imaging study identifies new gene associated with Alzheimer’s plaques
A study combining genetic data with brain imaging, designed to identify genes associated with the…
Sunlight yields more efficient carbon dioxide to methanol model
In a method that is more efficient and inexpensive than current models, researchers are using…
New injectable hydrogel encourages regeneration and improves functionality after a heart attack
Bioengineers have demonstrated in a study in pigs that a new injectable hydrogel can repair…