High school students lose sleep on school nights following the change to daylight saving time…
Month: September 2015
Genetic factors drive roles of gut bacteria in diabetes, obesity
One strain of mice that were genetically prone to become obese became resistant to excess…
‘Littlest’ quark-gluon plasma produced: State of matter thought to have existed at birth of the universe
Researchers have produced quark-gluon plasma — a state of matter thought to have existed right…
Ice sheets may be more resilient than thought, say scientists
Today’s ice sheets may be more resilient to increased carbon dioxide levels than previously thought,…
One step closer to cheaper antivenom
Researchers involved in an international collaboration across six institutions have successfully identified the exact composition…
Laughter, then love: Study explores why humor is important in romantic attraction
Research has found the when two strangers meet, the more times a man tries to…
Acupuncture reduces hot flashes in breast cancer survivors
Acupuncture may be a viable treatment for women experiencing hot flashes as a result of…
Targeting newly discovered pathway sensitizes tumors to radiation and chemotherapy
In some patients, aggressive cancers can become resistant to chemotherapy and radiation treatments. In a…
Clues from ancient Maya reveal lasting impact on environment
Evidence from the tropical lowlands of Central America reveals how Maya activity more than 2,000…
Babies benefit from parenting classes even before birth
A brief series of classes to help first-time parents better support each other through the…