Expensive tests for measuring everything from sperm motility to cancer diagnosis have just been made…
Month: November 2014
Why cancer cells grow despite a lack of oxygen
Healthy cells reduce their growth when there is a lack of oxygen (hypoxia). This makes…
Asymptomatic atherosclerosis linked to cognitive impairment
In a study of nearly 2,000 adults, researchers found that a buildup of plaque in…
New device may ease mammography discomfort
A new device that may result in more comfortable mammography for women has been created…
Homosexuality may help us bond, experts say
Homosexual behavior may have evolved to promote social bonding in humans, according to new research. Researchers…
Gene discovered that reduces risk of stroke
A gene that protects people against one of the major causes of stroke in young…
Problem gambling, personality disorders often go hand in hand
The treatment of people who cannot keep their gambling habits in check is often complicated…
Bitcoin, virtual money: User’s identity can be revealed much easier than thought
Bitcoin is the new money: minted and exchanged on the Internet. Faster and cheaper than…
New ways to drain cancer’s ‘fuel tank’ discovered
A potential weakness in cancer’s ability to return or become resistant to treatment has been…
Better assessment of decision-making capacity
Physicians often find it hard to tell if a patient suffering from dementia or depression…