Scientists are placing bismuth in nanotubes to tag stem cells for efficient tracking with CT…
Month: September 2013
New low-temperature chemical reaction explained
Unusual reaction, never fully understood, is important to fuel combustion, atmospheric chemistry and biochemistry. In…
Pet predicts outcomes for patients with cervical spinal cord compression
For patients with degenerative cervical myelopathy, some imaging techniques could act as a marker for…
New approach enhances quantum-based secure communication
Scientists have overcome an “Achilles’ heel” of quantum-based secure communication systems, using a new approach…
Spouses play an important role in planning for retirement, researcher finds
As Baby Boomers begin entering retirement, some may find themselves unprepared for the transition. New…
Children benefit from positive peer influence in afterschool programs
Children in afterschool programs who have a sense of connectedness with their peers are less…
The difference between obsession and delusion
Because animals can’t talk, researchers need to study their behavior patterns to make sense of…
Pain-free microneedle influenza vaccine is effective, long-lasting
Scientists have developed an influenza vaccine delivered via microneedle patch that provided 100 percent protection…
Ability to delay gratification may be linked to social trust
A person’s ability to delay gratification — forgoing a smaller reward now for a larger…
Why energy drinks are harming children, adolescents
Parents beware. If your tots and teens get their hands on your energy drinks, they…