The tropical disease chikungunya began twisting Western tongues in July when the first locally transmitted…
Month: January 2015
Deworming programs in animal, human populations may have unwanted impacts
A study of the effects of worming medications on infectious disease in wildlife herds showed…
Poker-playing program knows when to fold ’em: Heads-up limit for hold ’em poker solved
For over a half-century, games have been test beds for new ideas in Artificial Intelligence…
Neuroprosthetics for paralysis: Biocompatible, flexible implant slips into the spinal cord
New therapies are on the horizon for individuals paralyzed following spinal cord injury. The e-Dura…
Solving a case of intercellular entrapment
Optogenetics, which uses light to control cellular events, is poised to become an important technology…
Eliminating ACA subsidies would cause nearly 10 million to lose insurance, study finds
The US. Supreme Court has agreed to decide a case this year that challenges whether…
New algorithm will allow better heart surgery, experts say
A new technique to help surgeons find the exact location of heart defects could save…
Exposure to nanoparticles may threaten heart health
While nanotechnology has led to countless advancements, a group of researchers is now raising a…
Nasal spray with insulin equivalent shows promise as treatment for adults with mild cognitive impairment, Alzheimer’s dementia
A human-made form of insulin delivered by nasal spray may improve working memory and other…
Compact batteries enhanced by spontaneous silver matrix formations
A conductive silver matrix forming inside an otherwise poorly performing battery enhances its efficiency and…