Using neuroimaging, researchers have identified that among older individuals, brain systems are less likely to…
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COUNCILS MUST DO MORE TO TACKLE CLIMATE CHANGE
Councils can play a major role in tackling climate change, but many have failed to…
Adult Cells, Reprogrammed To Embryonic Stem Cell Like State, Treat Sickle-cell Anemia In Mice
This is the first proof of principle for using adult cells reprogrammed to an embryonic-stem-cell-like…
Missing Protein May Be Key To Autism
A missing brain protein may be one of the culprits behind autism and other brain…
Ultrafast Optical Shutter Is Switched Entirely By Laser Light
It’s a rare case of all light and no heat: A new study reports that…
Biomarkers For Inflammatory Disease
Gene-expression profiles might be used to identify prognostic biomarkers for Kawasaki disease, and help to…
Robotics Lab Helps Stroke Patients With Recovery
Robotics engineers and doctors are developing a PC-based system for stroke rehabilitation. Sixteen patients are…
Bioprospectors Identify Hot New Biofuel-producing Bacteria
A bioprospecting expedition to Iceland’s famed hot springs has yielded new strains of bacteria with…
Optimism Isn’t Always Healthy
People are generally optimistic, believing they’ll do better in the future than they’ve done in…
Marchers call for international climate action
World leaders gathering at the UN climate talks in Bali this week must seize the…