A new study raises the intriguing possibility that drugs prescribed to lower cholesterol may be…
Month: April 2013
New light shed on common sexually transmitted infection
Medical researchers have found that a common sexually transmitted infection-causing parasite “cultivates” bacteria beneficial to…
Remaining unnoticed for 100 years, a Kyrgyz onion species strikes with its beauty
The mountainous regions of Central Asia are particularly rich in the onion genus Allium. Kyrgyzstan…
Reviewing the work of one of the greatest beetle collectors: Napoleon’s General Dejean
A soldier, general and politician, Pierre Dejean found his place in history for a different…
Second source of potentially disruptive Icelandic volcanoes found
New research has discovered another type of Icelandic volcanic eruption that could cause disruption. The…
Cell reprogramming to cure leukemia and lymphoma?
Researchers have reprogrammed lymphoma and leukemia cells to halt their malignancy. Resulting cells remained benign…
Study reveals risk factors for blood clots in pregnant and postnatal women
Women who have suffered a still birth or have medical conditions including varicose veins, inflammatory…
Fighting listeria and other food-borne illnesses with nanobiotechnology
Engineering researchers have developed a new method to kill deadly pathogenic bacteria, including listeria, in…
New Jersey prohibits indoor tanning for minors under 17
New Jersey sent a strong message to young people that indoor tanning salons can be…
Gynecomastia has psychological impact on adolescent boys, researchers report
Persistent breast enlargement (gynecomastia) negatively affects self-esteem and other areas of mental and emotional health…