Numerous epidemiologic studies have shown that a diet high in salt is associated with an…
Month: April 2013
Fertility needs in high-yielding corn production
Although advances in agronomy, breeding, and biotechnology have dramatically increased corn grain yields, soil test…
Community gardens may produce more than vegetables
People who participate in community gardening have a significantly lower BMIs —- as well as…
Nanoparticles found in everyday items can inhibit fat storage: Gold nanoparticles accelerate aging
An increase in gold nanoparticles can accelerate aging and wrinkling, slow wound healing and cause…
Child’s counting comprehension may depend on objects counted, study shows
Psychologists have found that use of certain objects for counting have mixed results with preschoolers,…
Remote-sensing study quantifies permafrost degradation in Arctic Alaskan wetlands
Geoscientists has achieved unprecedented detail in quantifying subtle, long-period changes in the water levels of…
Risk factor for depression can be ‘contagious’
A new study with college roommates shows that a particular style of thinking that makes…
Weeding out ineffective biocontrol agents
Biocontrol programs use an invasive plant’s natural enemies (insects and pathogens) to reduce its population….
‘First step’ in addressing effects of climate change
A new report on potential effects of climate change uses existing observations and science-based expectations…
Smoking from hookah not a harmless alternative to cigarettes
Smoking tobacco through a hookah is a pastime gaining popularity among the college crowd, but…