The microscopic world is governed by the rules of quantum mechanics, where the properties of…
Month: April 2016
Iron age man was as fond of Swiss cheese as we are
Archaeologists have uncovered evidence that Swiss cheesemaking dates back to prehistoric times, paving the way…
Numerical simulations shed new light on early universe
Innovative multidisciplinary research in nuclear and particle physics and cosmology has led to the development…
Brain processes which lead to the concept of ‘zero’ on the number line
Neuroscientists discover brain processes which lead to the concept of “zero” on the number line.
New genetic risk factors for myopia discovered
Myopia, also known as short-sightedness or near-sightedness, is the most common disorder affecting the eyesight…
Unique mouse model for studying ALS developed
A unique mouse model has been developed that will allow researchers around the world to…
Machine learning as good as humans’ in cancer surveillance, study shows
Machine learning has come of age in public health reporting. Researchers have found that existing…
Increasing cases of anaphylaxis among children
Anaphylaxis, known to be a sudden and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction, seems to be increasing…
Need to remember something? Better draw it, study finds
Researchers have found that drawing pictures of information that needs to be remembered is a…
Researchers identify key factor for reprogramming adult cells into stem cells
Scientists have identified and characterized a biological factor critical to the transformation of adult somatic…