A set of proteins involved in the body’s natural defenses produces a large number of…
Month: July 2013
Drug candidate leads to improved endurance
Scientists have shown that a drug candidate significantly increases exercise endurance in animal models.
Key step in molecular ‘dance’ that duplicates DNA deciphered
Scientists have captured new details of the biochemical interactions necessary for cell division. The research…
Imaging electron pairing in a simple magnetic superconductor
Using a technique to measure the energy required for electrons to pair up and how…
Some volcanoes ‘scream’ at ever-higher pitches until they blow their tops
Swarms of small earthquakes can precede a volcanic eruption, sometimes resulting in “harmonic tremor” resembling…
Plant-made drug reverses breathing paralysis, study suggests
Paralytic drugs like succinylcholine are often used during surgery or when critically ill patients require…
Raising adopted children: How parents cooperate matters more than gay or straight
A study suggests that whether parents are gay, lesbian or straight, how well they work…
Stem cell clues uncovered
Proper tissue function and regeneration is supported by stem cells, which reside in so-called niches….
Disks don’t need planets to make patterns, NASA study shows
Many young stars known to host planets also possess disks containing dust and icy grains,…
Type of helmet may not lower concussion risk
40,000 high school football kids get a concussion every year, but contrary to equipment manufacturers’…