Imagine being able to instantaneously run an optical cable or fiber to any point on…
Month: July 2014
Self-cooling solar cells boost power, last longer
Scientists may have overcome one of the major hurdles in developing high-efficiency, long-lasting solar cells…
Can strong parental bond protect infants down to their DNA?
Scientists are launching a groundbreaking study looking at critical periods early in a child’s life…
Global temperature reaches record high in June following record warmth in May
According to NOAA scientists, the globally averaged temperature over land and ocean surfaces for June…
Schizophrenia’s genetic ‘skyline’ rising as genetic code linked to illness grows
The largest genomic dragnet of any psychiatric disorder to date has unmasked 108 chromosomal sites…
Control of HIV pandemic will not be achieved without radical improvement in support for sex workers
Across the world, in high- and low-income countries, women, men, and transgender people who sell…
HIV, malaria, and tuberculosis: Success of the Millennium shown in most comprehensive study to date
Accelerated progress against the global burden of HIV, malaria, and tuberculosis (TB) has been made…
Neuroprotective role of immune cell discovered
A type of immune cell widely believed to exacerbate chronic adult brain diseases, such as…
High school lacrosse players at risk for concussions, other injuries, study finds
High school players experienced 1,406 injuries over the four academic years from 2008 through 2012,…
Viral therapy could boost limb-saving cancer treatment
Viruses designed to target and kill cancer cells could boost the effectiveness of chemotherapy to…