A new study shows the benefits of an exercise program offered in senior centers in…
Month: November 2013
‘Pocket’ project aims to develop TB sensor that fits in pocket
Tuberculosis (TB) is a major global health issue. According to the World Health Organization (WHO),…
NASA researchers to flying insects: ‘Bug off! ‘
When flying insects get in the way of an airplane’s wing during takeoff or landing,…
Wind tunnel testing used to understand the unsteady side of aerodynamics
Think about a time you’ve been a passenger in a car and stuck your hand…
Scientists use light to uncover the cause of sickle cell disease
In sickle cell disease, hemoglobin — the oxygen-carrying component of blood — forms fibers that…
New findings could overcome stumbling blocks to tissue cryopreservation
Developing an efficient way to freeze and store living tissues could transform many aspects of…
The next big thing in the energy sector: Photovoltaic generated DC electricity
A viable solution for sustainable energy transmission is the onsite generation of electricity using the…
Torture permanently damages normal perception of pain
Held alone in tiny, filthy spaces for weeks or months, sometimes handcuffed and blindfolded, prisoners…
Tool to help GIs manage Hep C patients
The American Gastroenterological Association Clinical Decision Tool for the Screening and Evaluation of Hepatitis C…
New aluminum alloy stores hydrogen: Versatile, lightweight material opens the door to fuel cells of the future
We use aluminum to make planes lightweight, store sodas in recyclable containers, keep the walls…