Physical activity benefits diabetics and others with insulin resistance. One of the reasons is that…
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Think chicken: Think intelligent, caring and complex
Chickens are not as clueless or ‘bird-brained’ as people believe them to be. They have…
Infant’s prolonged infection reveals mutation that helps bacteria tolerate antibiotics
A life-threatening infection in an infant with leukemia led to a discovery of how prolonged…
Why odds are against a large Zika outbreak in the US
Is the United States at risk for a large-scale outbreak of Zika or other mosquito-borne…
Zinc eaten at levels found in biofortified crops reduces ‘wear and tear’ on DNA
A new study shows that a modest 4 milligrams of extra zinc a day in…
Genes affecting our communication skills relate to genes for schizophrenia and autism
By screening thousands of individuals, an international team led by researchers has provided new insights…
Sex hormone-sensitive gene complex linked to premenstrual mood disorder
Researchers have discovered molecular mechanisms that may underlie a woman’s susceptibility to disabling irritability, sadness,…
Detecting misinformation can improve memory later on
Exposure to false information about an event usually makes it more difficult for people to…
Bats avoid collisions by calling less in a crowd
In the warm summer months, bats go about their business each night, flying and gobbling…
A social reboot for illegal downloaders
Unauthorized downloading of digital goods, including copyright music, videos, computer games, and images has become…