As new research documents growing inequalities in health and wealth, the gap between “haves” and…
Month: May 2014
Near-normal or below-normal 2014 Atlantic hurricane season predicted
In its 2014 Atlantic hurricane season outlook issued today NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center is forecasting…
Near-normal or above-normal Eastern Pacific hurricane season predicted
NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center has announced that a near-normal or above-normal hurricane season is likely…
Near-normal or above-normal Central Pacific hurricane season predicted
NOAA’s Central Pacific Hurricane Center announced that climate conditions point to a near-normal or above-normal…
SpyEye-using Cybercriminal Arrested in Britain
We’ve recently seen multiple arrests and take downs of cybercriminals and their infrastructure. Here is…
SpyEye-using Cybercriminal Arrested in Britain
We’ve recently seen multiple arrests and take downs of cybercriminals and their infrastructure. Here is…
‘I can’ mentality goes long way after childbirth
The way a woman feels about tackling everyday physical activities, including exercise, may be a…
Blocking pain receptors extends lifespan, boosts metabolism in mice
Chronic pain is known to shorten lifespan, and pain tends to increase with age. But…
Computer models helping unravel the science of life? How cells of the fruit fly react to changes in the environment
Scientists have developed a sophisticated computer modelling simulation to explore how cells of the fruit…
Gene behind unhealthy adipose tissue identified
A gene driving the development of pernicious adipose tissue in humans has been identified by…