Whether you’re territorial, a girlfriend stealer, or a cross dresser, when it comes to finding…
Month: November 2015
‘Supergene’ underlies genetic differences, sexual behavior in male ruff
The ruff is a Eurasian shorebird that has a spectacular lekking behavior where highly ornamented…
New microscopy technology may help surgeons save more lives
Biomedical engineers and neurosurgeons have developed an augmented microscopy technology to help surgeons operate with…
Most extensive face transplant to date
Physicians have just announced the successful completion of the most extensive face transplant to date,…
Earwigs raised without parents demonstrate limited maternal care of their own offspring
The effect of the loss of parents among animals that could, in principle, survive without…
Responding to C. diff: Concerted action needed to control health care-related infection
Appropriate use of antibiotics is a critical step toward controlling the ongoing epidemic of health…
Scientists build nanoscale submarines powered by light
Though they’re not quite ready for boarding a lá “Fantastic Voyage,” nanoscale submarines are proving…
New tech helps handlers monitor health, well-being of guide dogs
A device has been developed that allows people who are blind to monitor their guide…
Empathy is key to political persuasion, shows new research
It’s not news that liberals and conservatives are lousy at winning each other over. But…
Surprising links between bullying and eating disorders
Being bullied in childhood has been associated with increased risk for anxiety, depression and even…