Over-hunting large mammals in tropical forests could make climate change worse. Tropical forests worldwide store…
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Most commonly used TB test fails to accurately diagnose pregnant HIV+ women
The most commonly used test for tuberculosis fails to accurately diagnose TB in up to…
Gene often lost in childhood cancer crucial in cells’ life or death decision
A gene that is often lost in childhood cancer plays an important role in the…
Snake-hunting Secretary Birds use force of five times their body weight to stamp on, kill their prey
Snake-hunting Secretary Birds use the force of five times their body weight to stamp on…
Smartphones may decrease sedentary time, increase activity, study finds
Using smartphone reminders to prompt people to get moving may help reduce sedentary behavior, report…
Global report reveals dire state of fisheries, worsening air pollution
According to the 2016 Environmental Performance Index, which provides a diagnostic tool for policymakers to…
Novel 4-D printing method blossoms from botanical inspiration
A team of scientists has evolved their microscale 3-D printing technology to the fourth dimension,…
Graphene composite may keep wings ice-free
A composite of graphene nanoribbons and epoxy proves effective at de-icing a helicopter blade, report…
Mom’s in control, even before you’re born
Researchers have uncovered previously unappreciated means by which epigenetic information contained in the egg influences…
Shallow earthquakes, deeper tremors along southern San Andreas fault compared by researchers
Seismologists working along California’s San Andreas Fault near Cholame and Parkfield now have a better…