A new study has explored how habitat alterations, including the addition of energy transmission towers,…
Month: August 2014
Helping farmers adapt to changing growing conditions
Spring rains that delayed planting and a cool summer have farmers concerned about whether their…
Rare frogs holding their own despite drought conditions
A recent survey of mountain yellow-legged frogs released into the wild by San Diego Zoo…
Links between city design, health shown in study
In a rare study of how street network design affects public health, researchers have discovered…
Astrophysicists detect destruction of three stars by supermassive black holes
Researchers have reported registering three possible occasions of the total destruction of stars by supermassive…
‘Worm pill’ could ease autoimmune disease symptoms
Experts believe a molecule in parasitic worms could help explain why worm infections can effectively…
‘Dimmer switch’ drug idea could tackle schizophrenia without side effects
The discovery of a new mechanism of drug action could lead to the next generation…
U.S. immigration associated with rise in smoking among Latinos, Asians
Immigration to the US may result in increased smoking in Latino and Asian women, according…
Gene likely to promote childhood cancers pinpointed by researchers
A gene that contributes to the development of several childhood cancers has been pinpointed by…
Climate change negatively impacting Great Lakes, researcher says
Climate change is having a direct negative effect on the Great Lakes, including impacts to…