This past April, Scott Olson touched down in Bangladesh to become the country’s first known…
Month: January 2015
Why upper motor neurons degenerate in ALS
Scientists have revealed a mechanism underlying the cellular degeneration of the upper motor neurons that…
Molecular alterations in head and neck cancers uncovered by study
A new study shows genomic differences in head and neck cancers caused by infection with…
Quantum computer as detector shows space is not squeezed
Ever since Einstein proposed his special theory of relativity in 1905, physics and cosmology have…
Missing link in metal physics explains Earth’s magnetic field
Earth’s magnetic field shields the life on our planet’s surface from cosmic rays. It is…
Concentrating on word sounds helps reading instruction and intervention
A neuroimaging study by psychologist suggests that phonics shouldn’t be overlooked in favor of a…
Damaged DNA may stall patrolling molecule to initiate repair
Sites where DNA is damaged may cause a molecule that slides along the DNA strand…
Protein pathway involved in nicotine-induced lung cancer metastasis found
Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer, and it is estimated that more than…
Earlier menopause linked to everyday chemical exposures
Women whose bodies have high levels of chemicals found in plastics, personal-care products, common household…
Chimps with higher-ranking moms do better in fights
For chimpanzees, just like humans, teasing, taunting and bullying are familiar parts of playground politics….