Researchers have identified an electrical switch in the muscle of the uterus that plays a…
Month: June 2014
The noisy world of mud crabs: Predatory fish sounds can alter crab behavior
Marine crabs are capable of hearing, researchers show for the first time, and their auditory…
Race a factor in mortality in heart attack patients on anti-clotting drug
The first genetic variations linked to race have been identified that begin to explain a…
Hippocampal activity during music listening exposes the memory-boosting power of music
For the first time the hippocampus —- a brain structure crucial for creating long-lasting memories…
Horizontal levitation: The ultimate solution to particle separation
Separating particles from the liquid they are in can now be done with a new…
New quantum mechanism to trigger the emission of tunable light at terahertz frequencies
Scientists have found that two-dimensional (2-D) nanostructures with asymmetric design enable a new quantum mechanism,…
Yoga exercise program tailored for pulmonary hypertension patients
A first-of-its-kind yoga exercise program has been developed for patients living with pulmonary hypertension, a…
Punishment plays important role in forgiveness
It’s easier for people to forgive someone for doing wrong against them if some form…
Exposure to TV violence related to irregular attention and brain structure
Young adult men who watched more violence on television showed indications of less mature brain…
Fishing resources mapped to assist land managers, anglers
Researchers mapped a cultural ecosystem service by identifying the key features that influence anglers’ enjoyment,…