A rare, emerging fungal disease that is spreading throughout Canada and Northwestern USA can easily…
Month: September 2013
Study expands use of biomarker for early diagnosis of acute kidney injury
A biomarker test developed initially to identify early acute kidney injury after surgery has been…
Novel method to identify suitable new homes for animals under threat from climate change
Scientists have devised a novel method to identify suitable new homes for animals under threat…
Pico-world of molecular bioscavengers, mops and sponges being designed
A new world of molecular bioscavengers, sponges and mops is now closer. A computer-design method…
Device to detect biodiesel contamination developed
A professor and student team has developed a quick and easy-to-use sensor that can detect…
Made-to-order materials: Engineers focus on the nano to create strong, lightweight materials
Engineers have mimicked lightweight yet strong biological materials by creating nanostructured, hollow ceramic scaffolds, and…
Research findings point to new therapeutic approach for common cause of kidney failure
New research has uncovered a process that is defective in patients with a common cause…
Researchers pin down the genetics of going under
Researchers have explored the distinctions between anesthetic unconsciousness and sleep by manipulating the genetic pathways…
Newly discovered tiger shark migration pattern might explain attacks near Hawaii
The migration of mature female tiger sharks during late summer and fall to the main…
Mindfulness training improves attention in children
A short training course in mindfulness improves children’s ability to ignore distractions and concentrate better.