The USPSTF recommendation against regular prostate specific antigen screening for prostate cancer has been in…
Month: January 2016
Human activities trigger hypoxia in freshwaters around the globe
An increase in human activities and nutrient release have led to the current rise in…
High rate of symptoms, hospitalization following gastric bypass surgery for obesity
Although the vast majority of patients reported improved well-being after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) surgery,…
‘Twins’ of superstar Eta Carinae found in other galaxies
Eta Carinae, the most luminous and massive stellar system located within 10,000 light-years of Earth,…
Twenty new freshwater fish species uncovered in Australia
Researchers have discovered a record 20 new fish species while conducting fieldwork in the remote…
Scientists call for new tools to explore the world’s microbiomes
In October, an interdisciplinary group of scientists proposed forming a Unified Microbiome Initiative (UMI) to…
Archaeological discovery yields surprising revelations about Europe’s oldest city
An ancient Aegean city not only recovered but also flourished following the collapse of the…
Leaf-mimicking device harnesses light to purify water
For years, scientists have been pursuing ways to imitate a leaf’s photosynthetic power to make…
Fish-flavored cat food could contribute to feline hyperthyroidism, study suggests
Over the past three decades, the number of cats diagnosed with hyperthyroidism has increased. According…
Globular clusters could host interstellar civilizations
Globular star clusters are extraordinary in almost every way. They’re densely packed, holding a million…