Researchers analyzed almost 50,000 genetic markers from 58 cattle breeds. They found that the Longhorn…
Month: March 2013
Hunger-spiking neurons could help control autoimmune diseases
Neurons that control hunger in the central nervous system also regulate immune cell functions, implicating…
Predictions of climate impacts on fisheries can be a mirage
In the early 1940s, California fishermen hauled in a historic bounty of sardine that set…
Scientists use DNA to quickly unravel relationship between plants and insects
It can take years of direct observation for a researcher to fully understand the diets…
Monoclonal antibody targets, kills leukemia cells
Researchers have identified a humanized monoclonal antibody that targets and directly kills chronic lymphocytic leukemia…
Parent-child violence leads to teen dating violence, study suggests
Teen dating violence is all too common and according to researchers it is a reflection…
Psychology study shows distance plays key role in gun control arguments
A new psychology study shows people are more supportive of gun control policy when elected…
Office workers carry biomarker of potentially harmful flame retardant, study finds
A flame retardant removed from children’s pajamas 30 years ago but now used in polyurethane…
Researchers decode biology of blood and iron disorders mapping out novel future therapies
Two studies shed light on the molecular biology of three blood disorders, leading to novel…
‘Moderate’ New England red tide forecasted for 2013
New England is expected to experience a “moderate” red tide this spring and summer, report…