New research has explored the potential side effects of the stimulant drug Ritalin on those…
Month: May 2017
Study expands understanding of how the brain encodes fear memory
Research on ‘fear memory’ could lead to the development of therapies that reduce the effects…
Americans divided on whether recent science protests will benefit scientists’ causes
Americans are split in their support of recent science marches and whether these events will…
Carnivorous plant’s prized genetic treasures, unveiled
The carnivorous humped bladderwort plant, Utricularia gibba, is a sophisticated predator. It uses vacuum pressure…
Unfolding the folding mechanism of ladybug wings
Scientists have figured out how ladybugs fold their wings by transplanting a transparent artificial wing…
Molecular dynamics, machine learning create ‘hyper-predictive’ computer models
Researchers have demonstrated that molecular dynamics simulations and machine learning techniques could be integrated to…
Rare Earth element mineral potential in the southeastern US coastal plain
Rare Earth elements have become increasingly important for advanced technologies, from cell phones to renewable…
Code of conduct needed for ocean conservation, study says
A diverse group of the world’s leading experts in marine conservation is calling for a…
First ‘nanotherapeutics’ delivered to a tumor
For the first time, researchers have demonstrated a way to deliver a drug to a…
Mars rover Opportunity begins study of Perseverance Valley’s origin
NASA’s Mars Exploration Rover Opportunity has reached the main destination of its current two-year extended…