Scientists have made major improvements in computer processing using an emerging class of magnetic materials…
Month: March 2014
Heart failure unknowns a roadblock to managing health
Patients and their families lack basic skills and knowledge to manage a heart condition successfully,…
Japanese Town: half the survivors of mega-earthquake, tsunami, have PTSD symptoms
A new study shows that more than half the survivors in one Japanese town exhibited…
Classroom focus on social, emotional skills can lead to academic gains, study shows
Classroom programs designed to improve elementary school students’ social and emotional skills can also increase…
Addressing the rapid increase in cesarean birth rates
A new, joint series called ‘Obstetric Care Consensus’ is being introduced by the American College…
Computational tool offers new insight into key biological processes
Researchers have developed a computational tool designed to guide future research on biochemical pathways by…
Going nuclear, in a small way
New research has provided a comprehensive overview of new small-scale nuclear reactors, which could be…
Collecting digital user data without invading privacy
The statistical evaluation of digital user data is of vital importance for analyzing trends. But…
Robotic prosthesis turns drummer into a three-armed cyborg
Scientists have created a robotic drumming prosthesis with motors that power two drumsticks. The first…
New research could help make ‘roll-up’ digital screens a reality for all
New technology could make flexible electronics such as roll-up tablet computers, widely available in the…