A study of the eradication of the mosquito-borne disease in the US has implications for…
Month: October 2013
Time is ripe for fire detection satellite, say scientists
Wildfire detection today is much like it was 200 years ago, relying primarily on humans…
Death by moonlight? Not always
Is moonlight dangerous? It depends on what you are, according to a new study. “Ecologists…
New program makes prostate cancer treatment decisions easier
When the pros and cons of prostate cancer treatment are spelled out using an online…
Trust through food
People’s trust in others increases after eating food that contains the amino acid tryptophan, found…
Long-sought pattern of ancient light detected
The journey of light from the very early universe to modern telescopes is long and…
Spatial, written language skills predict math competence
New longitudinal research from Finland has found that children’s early spatial skills and knowledge of…
No evidence to support stem cell therapy for pediatric optic nerve hypoplasia
A study has found no evidence that stem cell therapy improves vision for children with…
Foot and mouth disease in sub-Saharan Africa moves over short distances; wild buffalo a problem
New research shows that in sub-Saharan Africa the virus responsible for foot and mouth disease…
Numerical validation of quantum magnetic ordering
Numerical simulations designed to confirm the magnetic characteristics of 3D quantum materials largely match the…