Some workers at industrial hog production facilities are not only carrying livestock-associated, antibiotic-resistant bacteria in…
Month: November 2016
New analysis adds support for a subsurface ocean on Pluto
A liquid ocean lying deep beneath Pluto’s frozen surface is the best explanation for features…
Cracked, frozen and tipped over: New clues from Pluto’s past
New research by planetary scientists reveals fascinating clues about Pluto, suggesting the small world at…
Elderly discovered with superior memory and Alzheimer’s pathology
New research on the brains of individuals 90 years and older who had superior memories…
A milestone in small RNA biology
Organisms are in a constant battle against viruses that invade their genomes. Among their most…
Researchers show how circadian ‘clock’ may influence cancer pathway
A new study describes an unexpected role for proteins involved with our daily “circadian” clocks…
Newer generation LVAD is associated with better outcomes for heart failure patients at 6 months, study shows
A newer generation left ventricular assist device (LVAD) provides better outcomes for patients with advanced…
Looking for a city’s DNA? Try its ATMs
Automated teller machine keypads in New York City hold microbes from human skin, household surfaces,…
Highest-resolution model to date of brain receptor behind marijuana’s high
Researchers report the most detailed 3-D structure to date of the brain receptor that binds…
Ant bridges connect shy tropical tree crowns
Internet and phone connections are essential for effective communicators and for success in business. New…