If you thought antifreeze was only something that was necessary to keep your car from…
Month: February 2013
Blood is thicker than water – and blood plasma is, too
Blood flows differently than water. Anyone who has ever cut themselves knows that blood flows…
Genetic key to preventing spine tumors
Genetic medicine experts have identified a new gene responsible for causing an inherited form of…
Reduced sea ice disturbs balance of greenhouse gases
The widespread reduction in Arctic sea ice is causing significant changes to the balance of…
Cushion plants help other plants survive
Alpine cushion plants help other plants in harsh mountain environments to survive.
Paving the way for better sleep in Alzheimer’s
A new sleep pattern monitoring system has been developed by UK researchers to help spot…
Molecules generated that can halt metastasis of colon cancer
Medical researchers have managed to halt the progress of colon cancer and its metastasis in…
Gut bacteria linked to cholesterol metabolism
Researchers have shown that cholesterol metabolism is regulated by bacteria in the small intestine. These…
Lack of iron regulating protein contributes to high blood pressure of the lungs
A protein known to regulate iron levels in the body has an unexpectedly important role…
Affordable fuel cells closer: Synthetic molecule first electricity-making catalyst to use iron to split hydrogen gas
To make fuel cells more economical, engineers want a fast and efficient iron-based molecule that…