A study on a Victorian penguin colony has revealed new insight into the link between…
Month: December 2013
Congregations’ smaller racial groups feel less belonging and are less involved, Baylor study finds
People who are part of a congregation’s largest racial group are more likely to feel…
New definition for old age
Age is not just the number of years one has lived, argue population researchers. A…
Variety of genetic risk behind bone cancer in dogs
Bone cancer in dogs is affected by a variety of genetic risk factors. Researchers have…
Asia Pacific must prepare for catastrophic increase in fragility fractures
A new report shows that osteoporosis is a serious problem throughout the Asia Pacific, with…
Scientists map food security, self-provision of major cities
Wealthy capital cities vary greatly in their dependence on the global food market. The Australian…
Open Access Article on Biological Effects of the Popular Artificial Sweetener Sucralose
The artificial sweetener sucralose is a biologically active compound according to an extensive review.
Suicidality test being brought to market
A new test should help doctors to decrease the risk of suicidality in patients treated…
Systems medicine paves way for improved treatment for leukemia patients
A new individualized systems medicine strategy enables a selection of potentially effective cancer therapies for…
New study shows link between perfluorinated compounds, diabetes
Perfluorinated compounds are environmental toxins that are found in fire extinguishing foam and water-repellent textiles, among…