Some manufacturers are turning away from using triclosan as an antimicrobial ingredient in soaps, toothpastes…
Month: April 2014
Legalizing medical marijuana doesn’t increase use among adolescents, study says
Parents and physicians concerned about an increase in adolescents’ marijuana use following the legalization of…
How to avoid water wars between ‘fracking’ industry and residents
The shale gas boom has transformed the energy landscape in the U.S., but in some…
Steering chemical reactions with laser pulses
Ultra short laserpulses in the femtosecond-range give scientists a powerful new method of controlling chemical…
Male-biased tweeting: Gender differences in the use of Twitter
Today women take an active part in public life. Without a doubt, they also converse…
Physical activity keeps hippocampus healthy in people at risk for Alzheimer’s disease
Moderate physical activity may preserve the hippocampus — the brain region responsible for memory and…
High-calorie, low-nutrient foods in kids’ TV programs
Fruits and vegetables are often displayed in the popular Swedish children’s TV show Bolibompa, but…
Uniting community development efforts could benefit members of underserved communities
Although many organizations address poverty, they often serve similar demographics and may compete for clients…
Toward unraveling the Alzheimer’s mystery: New step points to proteins
Getting to the bottom of Alzheimer’s disease has been a rapidly evolving pursuit with many…
ADHD drug may help preserve self-control resources
Methylphenidate, also known as Ritalin, may prevent the depletion of self-control, according to research. Self-control…