$9.5 Billion Purchase by Concho Is Latest Sign of West Texas Oil Boom :: The acquisition will make Concho Resources the biggest producer in the oil-rich Permian Basin, where production risks overwhelming pipeline capacity.
$9.5 Billion Purchase by Concho Is Latest Sign of West Texas Oil Boom :: The acquisition will make Concho Resources the biggest producer in the oil-rich Permian Basin, where production risks overwhelming pipeline capacity.
1 in 10 Sober People Have Cocaine or Heroin on Their Fingertips :: There are a lot of drugs in the world, and there's a chance you've got a tiny bit on your body right now — even if you've never knowingly touched the stuff.
10 female heads of state and how they changed the world :: The history of women being elected to offices of supreme power is short. Here are 10 women who have made the most of that time. Read More
10 Tech and Gaming Deals: Sea of Thieves, Star Wars, Alienware, Netgear :: We've scoured the web to find deals on desktops, Xbox, food dehydrators, and more.
13 absurdly comic AI April Fool’s pranks you’ll want to try :: Artificial intelligence has created a list of suggested April Fool’s pranks. Some seem cunning, others are completely nonsensical
13 absurdly comic AI April Fool’s pranks you’ll want to try :: Artificial intelligence has created a list of suggested April Fool’s pranks. Some seem cunning, others are completely nonsensical
13 organisationer opfordrer til at trække lovforslag om Genom Center tilbage :: I et åbent brev opfordrer 13 organisationer Folketinget til at trække lovforslaget om Nationalt Genom Center tilbage grundet uklare juridske formuleringer.
13,000-year old human footprints found off Canada's Pacific coast :: Human footprints found off Canada's Pacific coast may be 13,000 years old, according to a new study.
13,000-year old human footprints found off Canada's Pacific coast :: Human footprints found off Canada's Pacific coast may be 13,000 years old, according to a new study.
13,000-year old human footprints found off Canada's Pacific coast :: Human footprints found off Canada's Pacific coast may be 13,000 years old, according to a study published March 28, 2018 in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Duncan McLaren and colleagues from the Hakai Institute and University of Victoria, Canada.
13,000-year old human footprints found off Canada's Pacific coast :: Human footprints found off Canada's Pacific coast may be 13,000 years old, according to a study published March 28, 2018 in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Duncan McLaren and colleagues from the Hakai Institute and University of Victoria, Canada.
13,000-year old human footprints found off Canada's Pacific coast :: Human footprints found off Canada's Pacific coast may be 13,000 years old, according to a study published March 28, 2018 in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Duncan McLaren and colleagues from the Hakai Institute and University of Victoria, Canada.
13,000-year old human footprints found off Canada's Pacific coast :: Human footprints found off Canada's Pacific coast may be 13,000 years old, according to a study published March 28, 2018 in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Duncan McLaren and colleagues from the Hakai Institute and University of Victoria, Canada.
150 Whales Beached in Australia, as Rescuers Fight to Save Them :: Poor weather and the threat of sharks were hindering emergency efforts.
2 Pilots in Different Planes Saw the Same UFO. The FAA Can't Explain It. :: The FAA is completely stumped by this mysterious sighting over Arizona.
2 Pilots in Different Planes Saw the Same UFO. The FAA Can't Explain It. :: The FAA is completely stumped by this mysterious sighting over Arizona.
20 percent of Americans responsible for almost half of US food-related greenhouse gas emissions :: On any given day, 20 percent of Americans account for nearly half of U.S. diet-related greenhouse gas emissions, and high levels of beef consumption are largely responsible, according to a new study from researchers at the University of Michigan and Tulane University.
20 percent of Americans responsible for almost half of US food-related greenhouse gas emissions :: On any given day, 20 percent of Americans account for nearly half of US diet-related greenhouse gas emissions, and high levels of beef consumption are largely responsible, according to a new study from researchers at the University of Michigan and Tulane University.
20 percent of Americans responsible for almost half of US food-related greenhouse gas emissions :: On any given day, 20 percent of Americans account for nearly half of US diet-related greenhouse gas emissions, and high levels of beef consumption are largely responsible, according to a new study.
20-year-old assumptions in solar cell production refuted :: Researchers have investigated the manufacturing process of solar cells. The researchers proved that assumptions on chemical processes that were commonplace among researchers and producers for the past 20 years are, in fact, inaccurate.
25 Years of Cognitive Neuroscience in Boston :: The 25th Annual Meeting of the Cognitive Neuroscience Society starts off with a big bang on Saturday afternoon with the Big Theory versus Big Data Debate, moderated by David Poeppel . 1 Big Theory versus Big Data: What Will Solve the Big Problems in Cognitive Neuroscience? My non-commital answers are: (1) Both. (2) It depends. (on what you want to do: predict behavior 2 (or some mental state), ex
26% of Americans are almost always online, according to new research :: If you check your phone in the middle of the night, it says something about you. Read More
3 Facebook Messenger app users file lawsuit over privacy :: Three Facebook Messenger app users have filed a lawsuit claiming the social network violated their privacy by collecting logs of their phone calls and text messages.
3 Facebook Messenger app users file lawsuit over privacy :: Three Facebook Messenger app users have filed a lawsuit claiming the social network violated their privacy by collecting logs of their phone calls and text messages.
30 treated for gas exposure as Indonesia volcano belches :: Thirty people were treated for sulfur gas poisoning after Mount Ijen in eastern Java belched toxic fumes from its crater, Indonesia's disaster agency said Thursday.
3-D printing used to create metallic glass alloys :: Researchers have now demonstrated the ability to create amorphous metal, or metallic glass, alloys using 3-D printing technology, opening the door to a variety of applications — such as more efficient electric motors, better wear-resistant materials, higher strength materials, and lighter weight structures.
3D-animation skal hjælpe soldater på øvelse :: Big data kan flettes sammen med 3D-animation og Forsvarets laser-våben, når soldater skal på øvelse. Det lader Forsvaret integrere flere våben og køretøjer og lave dybere dataanalyse af øvelserne.
3D-briller til afsløring af forurening samler støv :: Mens en enkelt region har succes med at afdække fortidens forurenede lossepladser med 3D-briller og luftfotos, er udbredelsen af teknikken overordnet set en nitte.
3D-briller til afsløring af forurening samler støv :: Mens en enkelt region har succes med at afdække fortidens forurenede lossepladser med 3D-briller og luftfotos, er udbredelsen af teknikken overordnet set en nitte.
3-D-printed models improve medical student training :: A relatively inexpensive 3-D-printed model of a patient's blood vessels is as effective as current commercially available models for training medical students in interventional radiology vascular access, according to a new study.
5 charts show how expensive it is to have kids in the U.S. today :: Today, roughly one in five women in the U.S. doesn't have children. Thanks in part to this decline in birthrate, for the first time in U.S. history, there may soon be more elderly people than children.
5 charts show how expensive it is to have kids in the U.S. today :: Today, roughly one in five women in the U.S. doesn't have children. Thanks in part to this decline in birthrate, for the first time in U.S. history, there may soon be more elderly people than children.
5 key moments that led to the rise of the Intellectual Dark Web :: Cutting through liberalism and conservatism, important thinkers are trying to navigate a polarized world. This often leads to uncomfortable confrontations. Read More
5 key moments that led to the rise of the Intellectual Dark Web :: Cutting through liberalism and conservatism, important thinkers are trying to navigate a polarized world. This often leads to uncomfortable confrontations. Read More
5 myter om fedme: Er du faldet for dem? :: Vi siger ikke, at din personlige træner lyver, men…
5 things we’ve learned about Saturn since Cassini died :: The Cassini spacecraft plunged to its death into Saturn six months ago, but the discoveries keep coming.
50 years ago, invasive species traveled the Suez Canal :: Hundreds of Red Sea species used the Suez Canal to migrate to the Mediterranean Sea, leading to the decline of some native species.
A A A S annual election: Preliminary announcement ::
A A A S annual election: Preliminary announcement ::
A A A S Annual Meeting examines need for diversity in science ::
A A A S Annual Meeting examines need for diversity in science ::
A ban on captive animals could speed up extinction :: The recent death of the last male Northern white rhinoceros —and the imminent extinction of the vaquita porpoise —is a stark reminder we are not going to win every battle to save endangered species in the wild. We can rescue some from total extinction—and have already —but only with the help of zoos and aquariums.
A bat's STING is less potent ::
A bat's STING is less potent ::
A Battle Over Abortion and Free Speech :: Updated at 2:43 p.m. ET Anyone who wants to understand National Institute of Family Life Advocates v. Becerra , which the Supreme Court will hear Tuesday, would do well to start with a viewing of Jackson , Maisie Crow’s 2016 documentary about the abortion battle in Mississippi. In one memorable scene in the film, Barbara Beavers, director of the pro-life Center for Pregnancy Choices , asks donors
A beginner's guide to flying your drone without crashing it :: DIY Safely take to the skies. So you've just purchased a shiny new drone. Follow these tips to fly your expensive device without endangering other people—or risking damaging your drone.
A beginner's guide to flying your drone without crashing it :: DIY Safely take to the skies. So you've just purchased a shiny new drone. Follow these tips to fly your expensive device without endangering other people—or risking damaging your drone.
A bound reaction intermediate sheds light on the mechanism of nitrogenase :: Reduction of N 2 by nitrogenases occurs at an organometallic iron cofactor that commonly also contains either molybdenum or vanadium. The well-characterized resting state of the cofactor does not bind substrate, so its mode of action remains enigmatic. Carbon monoxide was recently found to replace a bridging sulfide, but the mechanistic relevance was unclear. Here we report the structural analysi
A bound reaction intermediate sheds light on the mechanism of nitrogenase :: Reduction of N 2 by nitrogenases occurs at an organometallic iron cofactor that commonly also contains either molybdenum or vanadium. The well-characterized resting state of the cofactor does not bind substrate, so its mode of action remains enigmatic. Carbon monoxide was recently found to replace a bridging sulfide, but the mechanistic relevance was unclear. Here we report the structural analysi
A bridge so far: China's controversial megaproject :: Touted as an engineering wonder, the world's longest sea bridge, which connects Hong Kong, Macau and mainland China, includes a snaking road crossing and an underwater tunnel and reportedly uses enough steel to build 60 Eiffel Towers.
A bridge so far: China's controversial megaproject :: Touted as an engineering wonder, the world's longest sea bridge, which connects Hong Kong, Macau and mainland China, includes a snaking road crossing and an underwater tunnel and reportedly uses enough steel to build 60 Eiffel Towers.
A Cancer 'Vaccine' Cured 97% of Tumors in Mice. What's That Mean for People? :: A promising new cancer "vaccine" will soon be tested in humans for the first time.
A Cancer 'Vaccine' Cured 97% of Tumors in Mice. What's That Mean for People? :: A promising new cancer "vaccine" will soon be tested in humans for the first time.
A century after WWI, munitions still making way onto beaches :: A century after World War I ended, discarded munitions from that and other wars continue to make their way onto beaches around the country.
A chameleon-inspired material that stiffens and changes color :: Researchers have developed a new material that mimics the dynamic properties of skin as it tenses — and that changes colors in the process.
A chameleon-inspired material that stiffens and changes color :: Researchers have developed a new material that mimics the dynamic properties of skin as it tenses — and that changes colors in the process.
A Chinese Space Lab Will Soon Fall From The Sky. Where It Lands, No One Knows :: Most of the Chinese space lab, the size of a city bus, will burn up in the atmosphere, but some debris may survive re-entry. (Image credit: Kin Cheung/AP)
A Chinese space station will fall to Earth this weekend :: The Chinese space agency’s first space station is coming back to Earth this weekend. It probably won’t cause damage, but it will cause fireworks.
A chink in bacteria's armor :: Scientists have untangled the structure of a recently discovered bacterial wall-building protein, found in nearly all bacteria. The discovery unveils potential weak spots in the protein's molecular make-up. The findings can pave the way to next-generation broad-spectrum drugs that disrupt the protein's function and disarm harmful bacteria
A chink in bacteria's armor :: Scientists have untangled the structure of a recently discovered bacterial wall-building protein, found in nearly all bacteria. The discovery unveils potential weak spots in the protein's molecular make-up. The findings can pave the way to next-generation broad-spectrum drugs that disrupt the protein's function and disarm harmful bacteria
A chink in bacteria's armor :: Scientists have untangled the structure of a recently discovered bacterial wall-building protein, found in nearly all bacteria. The discovery unveils potential weak spots in the protein's molecular make-up. The findings can pave the way to next-generation broad-spectrum drugs that disrupt the protein's function and disarm harmful bacteria.
A chink in bacteria's armor :: Scientists have untangled the structure of a recently discovered bacterial wall-building protein, found in nearly all bacteria. The discovery unveils potential weak spots in the protein's molecular make-up. The findings can pave the way to next-generation broad-spectrum drugs that disrupt the protein's function and disarm harmful bacteria.
A circular solution for quantum simulation ::
A claim-by-claim analysis of a climate denial 'news' story :: Science Anatomy of a fact check. Global warming alarmists claimed Arctic ice cap would be gone by now, but sea ice is 5 percent above 35 year average.
A decade after housing bust, mortgage industry on shaky ground, experts warn :: Despite tough banking rules put in place after last decade's housing crash, the mortgage market again faces the risk of a meltdown that could endanger the U.S. economy, warn two Berkeley Haas professors in a paper co-authored by Federal Reserve economists. The threat reflects a boom in nonbank mortgage companies, a category of independent lenders that are more lightly regulated and more financiall
A decade after housing bust, mortgage industry on shaky ground, experts warn :: Despite tough banking rules put in place after last decade's housing crash, the mortgage market again faces the risk of a meltdown that could endanger the U.S. economy, warn two Berkeley Haas professors in a paper co-authored by Federal Reserve economists. The threat reflects a boom in nonbank mortgage companies, a category of independent lenders that are more lightly regulated and more financiall
A decade after housing bust, mortgage industry on shaky ground, experts warn :: New regulations on banks fueled a boom in nonbank mortgage companies, a category of independent lenders that are more lightly regulated and more financially fragile than banks. These lenders now originate half of all US home mortgages yet have little capital of their own.
A decade after housing bust, mortgage industry on shaky ground, experts warn :: New regulations on banks fueled a boom in nonbank mortgage companies, a category of independent lenders that are more lightly regulated and more financially fragile than banks. These lenders now originate half of all US home mortgages yet have little capital of their own.
A Domestic Budget to Make Barack Obama Proud :: President Obama finally got a Republican-controlled Congress to fund his domestic budget. All it took was Donald Trump in the White House to get it done. In the $1.3 trillion spending bill that President Trump reluctantly signed on Friday, lawmakers did more than reject the steep cuts in dollars and programs that Trump proposed for domestic agencies a year ago. Across much of the government, Repu
A Generation Under Siege :: Forty days ago, Emma Gonzalez was a promising 18-year-old American high-school student. She was well-spoken, and curious, and funny, and rebellious, but in the restrained way that self-aware kids dabble in rebelliousness. Late last summer, when she decided to shave her head, she delivered a PowerPoint to her parents to persuade them to go along with it. “People asked me, ‘Are you taking a feminis
A glimmer of hope for health of moose in northern US :: Maine hunters might be allowed to harvest more of its iconic land mammal this year because of strong survival rates.
A landmark report shows why Americans keep losing happiness :: The 2018 World Happiness Index reveals some surprises and explains why the world's richest country is not one of its happiest. Read More
A long-awaited modernisation of ceramic production methods :: Thousands of years after the ceramic production process was invented, a new solution has finally been developed, with a high potential impact on production cost, percentages of rejects and overall industry sustainability.
A long-awaited modernisation of ceramic production methods :: Thousands of years after the ceramic production process was invented, a new solution has finally been developed, with a high potential impact on production cost, percentages of rejects and overall industry sustainability.
A Man's 'Beer Belly' Was Actually a Massive Tumor :: A New Jersey man's "beer belly" turned out to be a 30-lb. (13.6 kilograms) tumor.
A Man's 'Beer Belly' Was Actually a Massive Tumor :: A New Jersey man's "beer belly" turned out to be a 30-lb. (13.6 kilograms) tumor.
A medical charter: Commitments to limit physician burnout, promote well-being :: More than half of U.S. physicians say they experience burnout in their work. Today, Mayo Clinic and other leading medical centers have published a "Charter on Physician Well-Being" as an intended model for medical organizations to not only minimize and manage physician burnout, but also promote physician well-being. The charter, which has been endorsed or supported by many major medical organizati
A medical charter: Commitments to limit physician burnout, promote well-being :: More than half of U.S. physicians say they experience burnout in their work. Today, Mayo Clinic and other leading medical centers have published a "Charter on Physician Well-Being" as an intended model for medical organizations to not only minimize and manage physician burnout, but also promote physician well-being. The charter, which has been endorsed or supported by many major medical organizati
A method for predicting the impact of global warming on disease :: Scientists have devised a method for predicting how rising global temperatures are likely to affect the severity of diseases mediated by parasites. Their method can be applied widely to different host-pathogen combinations and warming scenarios, and should help to identify which infectious diseases will have worsened or diminished effects with rising temperatures.
A method for predicting the impact of global warming on disease :: Scientists have devised a new method that can be used to better understand the likely impact of global warming on diseases mediated by parasites, such as malaria. The method uses the metabolic theory of ecology to understand how temperature affects the host-parasite relationship, and has been proofed using a model system.
A method for predicting the impact of global warming on disease :: Scientists have devised a new method that can be used to better understand the likely impact of global warming on diseases mediated by parasites, such as malaria. The method uses the metabolic theory of ecology to understand how temperature affects the host-parasite relationship, and has been proofed using a model system.
A Mideast Nuclear Deal Trump Might Actually Like :: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is showing off the new face of Saudi Arabia in the U.S. He has emphasized women’s rights in his country, long known for enforcing strict gender rules; made much of his plan to diversify the Saudi economy away from oil, on which it is heavily reliant; and is pitching the kingdom as an investment destination to CEOs in Silicon Valley. But in Washington, where
A Modest Plea for Patriotic History :: It is telling that those who speak loudest about Making America Great Again tend to refer to themselves as nationalists rather than patriots. George Orwell took the measure of contemporary nationalism in a 1945 essay on the subject. Nationalism, he noted, is “the habit of assuming that human beings can be classified like insects.” Patriotism, on the other hand, is “devotion to a particular place
A more sensitive device for characterizing DNA in blood circulation :: Developed and patented in 2012 and 2014 in the Laboratoire d'Analyse et d'Architecture des Systèmes (LAAS-CNRS) and implemented industrially by Picometrics-Technologies, BIABooster technology characterizes DNA with new precision and sensitivity. When used to analyze residual DNA circulating in the blood, it has identified promising signatures for monitoring patients with cancer. These signatures,
A more sensitive device for characterizing DNA in blood circulation :: Developed and patented in 2012 and 2014 in the Laboratoire d'Analyse et d'Architecture des Systèmes (LAAS-CNRS) and implemented industrially by Picometrics-Technologies, BIABooster technology characterizes DNA with new precision and sensitivity. When used to analyze residual DNA circulating in the blood, it has identified promising signatures for monitoring patients with cancer. These signatures,
A mother's attention affects the genetic code of her young :: In mice, a new study reveals that pups that receive less maternal care have more repeated genetic sequences, called transposons, in neurons that reside in their hippocampus.
A moveable feast: Antibiotics give C. diff a nutrient-rich environment, no competition :: Using a mouse model, researchers from North Carolina State University have found that antibiotic use creates a "banquet" for Clostridium difficile (C. diff), by altering the native gut bacteria that would normally compete with C. diff for nutrients.
A moveable feast: Antibiotics give C. diff a nutrient-rich environment, no competition :: Using a mouse model, researchers from North Carolina State University have found that antibiotic use creates a "banquet" for Clostridium difficile (C. diff), by altering the native gut bacteria that would normally compete with C. diff for nutrients.
A moveable feast: Antibiotics give C. diff a nutrient-rich environment, no competition :: Using a mouse model, researchers have found that antibiotic use creates a "banquet" for Clostridium difficile, by altering the native gut bacteria that would normally compete with C. diff for nutrients. The findings could lead to the development of probiotics and other strategies for preventing C. diff infection.
A moveable feast: Antibiotics give C. diff a nutrient-rich environment, no competition :: Using a mouse model, researchers have found that antibiotic use creates a "banquet" for Clostridium difficile, by altering the native gut bacteria that would normally compete with C. diff for nutrients. The findings could lead to the development of probiotics and other strategies for preventing C. diff infection.
A Mysterious Infection Killed This Man. Here's How Doctors Finally Found the Cause :: The man had a mysterious infection in his brain, but tests for dozens of viruses and bacterial infections came back negative.
A natural fertilizer :: It's long been known that sharks help nourish coral reefs, but exactly to what extent has never been scientifically mapped out — until now.
A Neuroscientist Explains: psychology's replication crisis – podcast trailer :: In episode three of the second season of A Neuroscientist Explains, Daniel Glaser revisits a weekly column that saw him roped into what is now being called a crisis for psychology and further afield
A new angle on gerrymanders :: A University of Vermont mathematician has developed a new tool to identify gerrymandered voting districts. The research shows Pennsylvania, Ohio and North Carolina strongly gerrymandered for Republicans, while Maryland's and California's voting districts have been strongly tipped in favor of Democrats. The new tool could be important in the wake of two Supreme Court cases now being considered that
A new laser source for infrared chemical imaging: a promising tool for early cancer diagnostic :: Sébastien Février, researcher at XLIM (CNRS/Université de Limoges), and his team demonstrated that a bench-top, optical fibre-based laser source can be used to perform infrared spectromicroscopy with a precision rivaling, and in some regards even surpassing, that of experiments at large-scale synchrotron facilities.
A new method for quantitative estimation of the degree of similarity of coordination polyhedra :: The problem of the relationship between the structure of materials and their physical properties is one of the global problems of the present day. For many years, researchers of the Lobachevsky University's Faculty of Physics have been working to solve it. In particular, systematic experimental and theoretical studies of the atomic structures of crystals of various materials are conducted at the U
A new method for quantitative estimation of the degree of similarity of coordination polyhedra :: The problem of the relationship between the structure of materials and their physical properties is one of the global problems of the present day. For many years, researchers of the Lobachevsky University's Faculty of Physics have been working to solve it. In particular, systematic experimental and theoretical studies of the atomic structures of crystals of various materials are conducted at the U
A new method for quantitative estimation of the degree of similarity of coordination polyhedra :: The problem of the relationship between the structure of materials and their physical properties is one of the global problems of the present day. For many years, researchers of the Lobachevsky University's Faculty of Physics have been working to solve it. In particular, systematic experimental and theoretical studies of the atomic structures of crystals of various materials are conducted at the U
A new method for quantitative estimation of the degree of similarity of coordination polyhedra :: The problem of the relationship between the structure of materials and their physical properties is one of the global problems of the present day. For many years, researchers of the Lobachevsky University's Faculty of Physics have been working to solve it. In particular, systematic experimental and theoretical studies of the atomic structures of crystals of various materials are conducted at the U
A new paper in Psychological Science explores the sources of people's intuitions about what aspects of human behavior can be studied scientifically. :: submitted by /u/markmana [link] [comments]
A New Plan to Create an 'Islam of France' :: When French President Emmanuel Macron said in an interview last month that he plans to “set down markers on the entire way in which Islam is organized in France,” he wasn’t making an unprecedented announcement. Rather, he was pledging to succeed where his predecessors have failed. Successive governments since the 1980s have tried to create a brand of Islam particular to France, with the dual obje
A New Plan to Create an 'Islam of France' :: When French President Emmanuel Macron said in an interview last month that he plans to “set down markers on the entire way in which Islam is organized in France,” he wasn’t making an unprecedented announcement. Rather, he was pledging to succeed where his predecessors have failed. Successive governments since the 1980s have tried to create a brand of Islam particular to France, with the dual obje
A new technique allows researchers to create real system cartographic maps at different scales :: Researchers at the Institute of Complex Systems of the University of Barcelona (UBICS) have developed a method to represent network systems, such as postal services and the internet, at different scales, as if they were cartographic maps.
A new tooth-mounted sensor will soon help you lose weight :: Although there are many advantages, it could be problematic for one particular group of people. Read More
A new tooth-mounted sensor will soon help you lose weight :: Although there are many advantages, it could be problematic for one particular group of people. Read More
A new way of thinking about tau kinetics, an essential component of Alzheimer's disease :: Alzheimer's disease is most often characterized by two different pathologies in the brain: plaque deposits of a protein called beta-amyloid and tangles of another protein called tau. A paper appearing March 21 in the journal Neuron offers new insight: tau production and secretion from nerve cells appears to be an active process in the natural course of Alzheimer's disease, which may explain why ex
A new way of thinking about tau kinetics, an essential component of Alzheimer's disease :: Alzheimer's disease is most often characterized by two different pathologies in the brain: plaque deposits of a protein called beta-amyloid and tangles of another protein called tau. A new article offers new insight: tau production and secretion from nerve cells appears to be an active process in the natural course of Alzheimer's disease, which may explain why experimental treatments targeting tau
A next-generation non-hormonal contraceptive for women is being developed in Sweden :: A hormone-free women's contraceptive with no side effects is one promising use for a new technique developed by researchers kto tighten up the mucous membrane – the body’s first line of defense in protecting its inner lining.
A next-generation non-hormonal contraceptive for women is being developed in Sweden :: A hormone-free women's contraceptive with no side effects is one promising use for a new technique developed by researchers kto tighten up the mucous membrane – the body’s first line of defense in protecting its inner lining.
A nonconjugated radical polymer glass with high electrical conductivity :: Solid-state conducting polymers usually have highly conjugated macromolecular backbones and require intentional doping in order to achieve high electrical conductivities. Conversely, single-component, charge-neutral macromolecules could be synthetically simpler and have improved processibility and ambient stability. We show that poly(4-glycidyloxy-2,2,6,6-tetramethylpiperidine-1-oxyl), a nonconju
A novel test bed for non-equilibrium many-body physics :: The behavior of electrons in a material is typically difficult to predict. Novel insight comes now from experiments and simulations performed by a team led by ETH physicists who have studied electronic transport properties in a one-dimensional quantum wire containing a mesoscopic lattice.
A paperlike LCD — thin, flexible, tough and cheap :: Optoelectronic engineers have manufactured a special type of LCD that is paper-thin, flexible, light and tough. With this, a newspaper could be uploaded onto a flexible paperlike display that could be updated as fast as the news cycles. It sounds futuristic, but scientists estimate it will be cheap to produce, perhaps only costing $5 for a 5-inch screen. The new optically rewritable LCD design was
A paperlike LCD — thin, flexible, tough and cheap :: Optoelectronic engineers have manufactured a special type of LCD that is paper-thin, flexible, light and tough. With this, a newspaper could be uploaded onto a flexible paperlike display that could be updated as fast as the news cycles. It sounds futuristic, but scientists estimate it will be cheap to produce, perhaps only costing $5 for a 5-inch screen. The new optically rewritable LCD design was
A paperlike LCD — thin, flexible, tough and cheap :: Optoelectronic engineers have manufactured a special type of LCD that is paper-thin, flexible, light and tough. With this, a newspaper could be uploaded onto a flexible paperlike display that could be updated as fast as the news cycles. It sounds futuristic, but scientists estimate it will be cheap to produce, perhaps only costing $5 for a 5-inch screen.
A paperlike LCD — thin, flexible, tough and cheap :: Optoelectronic engineers have manufactured a special type of LCD that is paper-thin, flexible, light and tough. With this, a newspaper could be uploaded onto a flexible paperlike display that could be updated as fast as the news cycles. It sounds futuristic, but scientists estimate it will be cheap to produce, perhaps only costing $5 for a 5-inch screen.
A paperlike LCD—thin, flexible, tough and cheap :: Optoelectronic engineers in China and Hong Kong have manufactured a special type of liquid crystal display (LCD) that is paper-thin, flexible, light and tough. With this, a daily newspaper could be uploaded onto a flexible paperlike display that could be updated as fast as the news cycles. It sounds like something from the future, but scientists estimate it will be cheap to produce, perhaps only c
A paperlike LCD—thin, flexible, tough and cheap :: Optoelectronic engineers in China and Hong Kong have manufactured a special type of liquid crystal display (LCD) that is paper-thin, flexible, light and tough. With this, a daily newspaper could be uploaded onto a flexible paperlike display that could be updated as fast as the news cycles. It sounds like something from the future, but scientists estimate it will be cheap to produce, perhaps only c
A potential drug target against a large family of parasites is identified :: An international research team identifies for the first time a key enzyme for the synthesis of glycoconjugates (sugars linked to other molecules) in Plasmodium falciparum and other intracellular parasites belonging to the large phylum Apicomplexa. The study, led by ISGlobal — a centre supported by the 'la Caixa' Foundation — and published in Scientific Reports, indicates that this enzyme could r
A potential drug target against a large family of parasites is identified :: Apicomplexa form one of the largest and most diverse groups of obligate intracellular parasites, capable of infecting almost every kind of animal. It is estimated that between 1.2 and 10 million species exist, but only about 5,000-6,000 have been identified to date. These include Plasmodium, which that causes malaria and about 440,000 deaths every year, Toxoplasma, which causes congenital disease
A Quest for Old, Cold Mud :: Sediments from frigid lakes on Baffin Island tell the story of climate change over the past 10,000 years — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
A radical advance for conducting polymers ::
A research behemoth is born in Britain ::
A rite of passage for late life |Bob Stein :: We use rituals to mark the early stages of our lives, like birthdays and graduations — but what about our later years? In this meditative talk about looking both backward and forward, Bob Stein proposes a new tradition of giving away your things (and sharing the stories behind them) as you get older, to reflect on your life so far and open the door to whatever comes next.
A robotic camera system films sports like a human ::
A robotic camera system films sports like a human ::
A runaway star in the Small Magellanic Cloud :: Astronomers have discovered a rare "runaway" star that is speeding across its galaxy at a 300,000 miles per hour (at that speed it would take about half a minute to travel from Los Angeles to New York). The runaway star (designated J01020100-7122208) is located in the Small Magellanic Cloud, a close neighbor of the Milky Way Galaxy, and is believed to have once been a member of a binary star syste
A runaway star in the Small Magellanic Cloud :: Astronomers have discovered a rare "runaway" star that is speeding across its galaxy at a 300,000 miles per hour (at that speed it would take about half a minute to travel from Los Angeles to New York). The runaway star (designated J01020100-7122208) is located in the Small Magellanic Cloud, a close neighbor of the Milky Way Galaxy, and is believed to have once been a member of a binary star syste
A scaffold for small proteins ::
A scaffold for small proteins ::
A scientific study characterizes two new Galician olive varieties for the first time :: The research, done in collaboration with the University of Cordoba, recognizes the potential and high quality of these olive oils.
A Short Guide to John Bolton's Government Career :: It is only fitting that, within the same week the United States marks 15 years since the 2003 Iraq invasion, John Bolton has been named the president’s national security adviser. Bolton advocated for another U.S. invasion of Iraq, following the first Gulf War, as far back as the 1990s, when he called on President Clinton to oust Saddam Hussein. Later, as under secretary of state for arms control,
A Short History of Mark Zuckerberg's Privacy Gaffes at Facebook :: Facebook Mark ZuckerbergFacebook has been updating its privacy settings for more than a decade. Will this time be different?
A single atom can gauge teensy electromagnetic forces :: The force of scattering particles of light was measured in zeptonewtons, a billionth of a trillionth of a newton.
A single fungal MAP kinase controls plant cell-to-cell invasion by the rice blast fungus :: Blast disease destroys up to 30% of the rice crop annually and threatens global food security. The blast fungus Magnaporthe oryzae invades plant tissue with hyphae that proliferate and grow from cell to cell, often through pit fields, where plasmodesmata cluster. We showed that chemical genetic inhibition of a single fungal mitogen-activated protein (MAP) kinase, Pmk1, prevents M. oryzae from inf
A Spree of Violence Can Shake a Community's Worldview :: After 19 days, the fear and anxiety that have haunted the city of Austin, Texas, may have reached an end on Wednesday. The suspect in a series of bombings blew himself up in a truck as the police approached. Six different bombs, considered linked by the police, have killed two people and injured five more since March 2. Four of them exploded in Austin; one went off in a FedEx facility in Schertz,
A star disturbed the comets of the solar system 70,000 years ago :: About 70,000 years ago, a small reddish star approached our solar system and gravitationally disturbed comets and asteroids. Astronomers have verified that the movement of some of these objects is still marked by that stellar encounter.
A star disturbed the comets of the solar system in prehistory :: About 70,000 years ago, when the human species was already on Earth, a small reddish star approached our solar system and gravitationally disturbed comets and asteroids. Astronomers from the Complutense University of Madrid and the University of Cambridge have verified that the movement of some of these objects is still marked by that stellar encounter.
A study proves there is a link between depth and longevity of marine species like corals and gorgonians :: Deep marine ecosystems from 100 to 1,000 meters deep are dominated by long-lived species that live from 100 to 1000 years, while other waters are inhabited by those species that live up to about 10 years.
A synthetic chameleon has been developed :: An international team of researchers including Dmitry Ivanov, the head of laboratory of functional soft-matter systems, MSU, announced the development of a synthetic chameleon skin. Similar to its biological analogue, the synthetic skin reacts to mechanical stimuli by changing its stiffness and color. The scientists see their development as quite promising. The work was published in the recent iss
A versatile, integrated workflow for interaction proteomics :: Proteins do not function in isolation, and their interactions with other proteins define their cellular functions. Therefore, detailed understanding of protein-protein interactions (PPIs) is the key for deciphering regulation of cellular networks and pathways. These complex networks of stable and transient associations can be studied by affinity purification mass spectrometry (AP-MS) and complemen
A very pregnant female ray had to fend off four courting males :: Giant devil rays have been filmed courting for the first time, and it turns out the males do not even wait for the females to give birth
A Victory for Dark Matter in a Galaxy Without Any :: Astronomers have long noticed an invisible elephant in the room — so-called dark matter, which seems heavier than all the visible stars, gas and dust in the cosmos by a ratio of 6-to-1. Though no one knows what dark matter actually is, its presence has been inferred from its gravitational influence on ordinary matter in galaxy after galaxy — until now. Astronomers have found a galaxy that appears
A Victory for Dark Matter in a Galaxy Without Any :: Astronomers have long noticed an invisible elephant in the room — so-called dark matter, which seems heavier than all the visible stars, gas and dust in the cosmos by a ratio of 6-to-1. Though no one knows what dark matter actually is, its presence has been inferred from its gravitational influence on ordinary matter in galaxy after galaxy — until now. Astronomers have found a galaxy that appears
A wearable system to monitor the stomach's activity throughout the day :: A team of researchers has developed a wearable, non-invasive system to monitor electrical activity in the stomach over 24 hours–essentially an electrocardiogram but for the gastro-intestinal (GI) tract.Applications include monitoring GI activity for patients outside of a clinical setting, which cuts down costs. Monitoring for longer periods of time also increases the likelihood of capturing abnor
A Woman Dies from a Severe Allergic Reaction After Live Bee Acupuncture Session :: A woman in Spain has died from a severe allergic reaction after a session of live bee acupuncture. With low plausibility, the potential for fatal outcomes, no evidence to suggest that benefits outweigh even minor side effects, and lots of dead bees, this is an intervention that should be avoided.
Abel Prize 2018: Robert Langlands wins for 'unified theory of maths' :: Canadian-American wins ‘maths Nobel’ for the Langlands program, which predicts unexpected connections between different fields Some mathematicians are immortalised by a theorem. Others by a conjecture. But of the great mathematicians only Robert P Langlands is immortalised by a program. Continue reading…
Academic research is publicly funded — why isn't it publicly available? |Erica Stone :: In the US, your taxes fund academic research at public universities. Why then do you need to pay expensive, for-profit journals for the results of that research? Erica Stone advocates for a new, open-access relationship between the public and scholars, making the case that academics should publish in more accessible media. "A functioning democracy requires that the public be well-educated and well
Academic research is publicly funded — why isn't it publicly available? |Erica Stone :: In the US, your taxes fund academic research at public universities. Why then do you need to pay expensive, for-profit journals for the results of that research? Erica Stone advocates for a new, open-access relationship between the public and scholars, making the case that academics should publish in more accessible media. "A functioning democracy requires that the public be well-educated and well
Acceleration of tropical cyclogenesis by self-aggregation feedbacks [Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences :: ]Idealized simulations of tropical moist convection have revealed that clouds can spontaneously clump together in a process called self-aggregation. This results in a state where a moist cloudy region with intense deep convection is surrounded by extremely dry subsiding air devoid of deep convection. Because of the idealized settings of…
Access and utilization of dental services for Medicaid children 2013-2015 :: At the 47th Annual Meeting of the American Association for Dental Research (AADR), held in conjunction with the 42nd Annual Meeting of the Canadian Association for Dental Research (CADR), Natalia I. Chalmers, D.D.S., Ph.D. of the DentaQuest Institute, Westborough, Mass., presented an oral session titled 'Access and Utilization of Dental Services for Medicaid Children 2013-2015.' The AADR/CADR Annu
Access, affordability of health care in years after ACA for cancer survivors :: Cancer survivors were more likely to be insured but they still reported greater difficulties accessing and affording health care than adults without cancer, although the proportion of cancer survivors reporting those issues decreased in years that coincided with implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
Access, affordability of health care in years after ACA for cancer survivors :: Cancer survivors were more likely to be insured but they still reported greater difficulties accessing and affording health care than adults without cancer, although the proportion of cancer survivors reporting those issues decreased in years that coincided with implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
According to research by University of Pennsylvania neuroscientists, the brain has a way to suppress chronic pain when an animal is hungry, allowing it to go look for food while leaving intact the response to acute pain. :: submitted by /u/SophiaDevetzi [link] [comments]
According to research by University of Pennsylvania neuroscientists, the brain has a way to suppress chronic pain when an animal is hungry, allowing it to go look for food while leaving intact the response to acute pain. :: submitted by /u/SophiaDevetzi [link] [comments]
Accounting rules hobble Spanish institutes ::
Accurately diagnosing genetic disease prevents cancer, saves lives :: New research testing a method of genetic screening in colon cancer patients could be the key to preventing cancer for thousands of people.
Accurately diagnosing genetic disease prevents cancer, saves lives :: New research testing a method of genetic screening in colon cancer patients could be the key to preventing cancer for thousands of people.
Achieving healthy, climate-friendly, affordable diets in India :: New research led by IIASA researcher Narasimha Rao has shown how it might be possible to reduce micronutrient deficiencies in India in an affordable way whilst also reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Achieving healthy, climate-friendly, affordable diets in India :: New research led by IIASA researcher Narasimha Rao has shown how it might be possible to reduce micronutrient deficiencies in India in an affordable way whilst also reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Activation of olefins via asymmetric Bronsted acid catalysis :: The activation of olefins for asymmetric chemical synthesis traditionally relies on transition metal catalysts. In contrast, biological enzymes with Brønsted acidic sites of appropriate strength can protonate olefins and thereby generate carbocations that ultimately react to form natural products. Although chemists have recently designed chiral Brønsted acid catalysts to activate imines and carbo
Activation of olefins via asymmetric Bronsted acid catalysis :: The activation of olefins for asymmetric chemical synthesis traditionally relies on transition metal catalysts. In contrast, biological enzymes with Brønsted acidic sites of appropriate strength can protonate olefins and thereby generate carbocations that ultimately react to form natural products. Although chemists have recently designed chiral Brønsted acid catalysts to activate imines and carbo
Active camouflage from a polymer ::
Active camouflage from a polymer ::
Active shooter drills may reshape how a generation of students views school :: Recent school shootings and the March for Our Lives rallies held in cities around the world on March 24 have rekindled debates over how to keep students safe.
Active shooter drills may reshape how a generation of students views school :: Recent school shootings and the March for Our Lives rallies held in cities around the world on March 24 have rekindled debates over how to keep students safe.
Ad Blocker: What the World Would Look Like Without Advertising :: Jorge Pérez Higuera imagines how the world might look if you could block ads IRL.
Adaptive evolution of genomically recoded Escherichia coli [Evolution :: ]Efforts are underway to construct several recoded genomes anticipated to exhibit multivirus resistance, enhanced nonstandard amino acid (nsAA) incorporation, and capability for synthetic biocontainment. Although our laboratory pioneered the first genomically recoded organism (Escherichia coli strain C321.∆A), its fitness is far lower than that of its nonrecoded ancestor, particularly in…
Adaptive infrared-reflecting systems inspired by cephalopods :: Materials and systems that statically reflect radiation in the infrared region of the electromagnetic spectrum underpin the performance of many entrenched technologies, including building insulation, energy-conserving windows, spacecraft components, electronics shielding, container packaging, protective clothing, and camouflage platforms. The development of their adaptive variants, in which the i
Adaptive infrared-reflecting systems inspired by cephalopods :: Materials and systems that statically reflect radiation in the infrared region of the electromagnetic spectrum underpin the performance of many entrenched technologies, including building insulation, energy-conserving windows, spacecraft components, electronics shielding, container packaging, protective clothing, and camouflage platforms. The development of their adaptive variants, in which the i
Adaptive radiations in the Mesozoic :: Bony fishes are the most diverse of all extant vertebrate groups. A comprehensive phylogenetic analysis of the group now provides new insights into its 250-million-year evolutionary history.
Additional therapy after surgical removal of rare tumors may not increase survival :: Results of an analysis from the University of Cincinnati (UC) College of Medicine show that additional therapy, or adjuvant therapy, delivered after surgical removal of a rare type of gastrointestinal tumor does not increase survival rates for patients.
Addressing climate migration within borders helps countries plan, mitigate effects :: Migration in response to climate change is a big topic in the media. But the focus is all too often on either international cross-boundary movements or short-term population displacement from major floods or droughts. While these forms of population movement are important, they are by no means the whole story. A new report by World Bank, CIESIN, CUNY, and PIK, Groundswell: Preparing for Internal C
Administering antibiotics through the cornea :: Researchers have developed ocular inserts which allow a patient's cornea to absorb more antibiotics than current methods.
Adult-onset neurodegeneration has roots in early development :: The roots of a progressive degenerative disease begin much earlier than previously thought, according to a recent Northwestern Medicine study.
Advanced vaccines could limit future outbreaks, scientists say :: Novel vaccine technologies are critical to improving the public health response to infectious disease threats that continually emerge and re-emerge, according to scientists. In a new article, experts highlight innovations that could significantly shorten the typical decades-long vaccine development timeline.
Advice to revise 7 hours a day for GCSEs over Easter 'unbelievable' :: Ex-Harrow head Barnaby Lenon says 100 hours over fortnight ideal for GCSE and A-levels An expert recommendation that GCSE and A-level students should study for seven hours a day throughout the Easter holidays has been greeted with a variety of scepticism, concern and mild horror by psychologists, teachers and pupils. Barnaby Lenon, a former headteacher of Harrow, the prestigious independent board
Aerial Views of Mexico's Dystopian Housing Developments :: The Mexican government spent billions trying to provide affordable housing to its citizens. This is the result.
Afdelingen for Hud- og kønssygdomme og Videncenter for Sårheling får ny ledende overlæge :: Professor, dr.med. Simon Francis Thomsen er ansat som ny ledende overlæge på Bispebjerg og Frederiksberg Hospital.
Africa's young professionals embracing 'gospel of bitcoin' :: In a sleek new high-rise in Uganda's capital, an enthusiastic lecturer described his financial success with the cryptocurrency bitcoin while his earnings were projected on a screen.
After warnings of species plight: solutions in sight :: Chicken or beef?
'Aggressive' Advance Directive Permits Halting Food And Water In Severe Dementia :: Supporters call this right-to-die proposal the strongest move yet to document a person's advance wishes in cases of severe dementia. Critics say it would deny basic care to society's most vulnerable. (Image credit: Skynesher/Getty Images )
'Aggressive' Advance Directive Permits Halting Food And Water In Severe Dementia :: Supporters call this right-to-die proposal the strongest move yet to document a person's advance wishes in cases of severe dementia. Critics say it would deny basic care to society's most vulnerable. (Image credit: Skynesher/Getty Images )
'Aggressive' Advance Directive Permits Halting Food And Water In Severe Dementia :: Supporters call this right-to-die proposal the strongest move yet to document a person's advance wishes in cases of severe dementia. Critics say it would deny basic care to society's most vulnerable. (Image credit: Skynesher/Getty Images )
'Aggressive' Advance Directive Permits Halting Food And Water In Severe Dementia :: Supporters call this right-to-die proposal the strongest move yet to document a person's advance wishes in cases of severe dementia. Critics say it would deny basic care to society's most vulnerable. (Image credit: Skynesher/Getty Images )
Agriculture must make water use go further: experts :: In a world where water risks running short for many, the especially thirsty agricultural industry must learn how to manage the vital resource better, experts said Tuesday.
AI can invent new ways to create complex molecules ::
AI can invent new ways to create complex molecules ::
AI could alleviate China’s doctor shortage :: Chinese doctors and tech companies are developing tools to automate routine medical tasks.
AI is rapidly changing the types and location of the best-paying jobs :: Berkeley’s Laura Tyson thinks we shouldn’t worry about technological unemployment, but should fear inequality.
AI is rapidly changing the types and location of the best-paying jobs :: Berkeley’s Laura Tyson thinks we shouldn’t worry about technological unemployment, but should fear inequality.
AI tool promotes positive peer groups to tackle substance abuse :: When it comes to fighting substance abuse, research suggests the company you keep can make the difference between recovery and relapse. Researchers from the USC Center for Artificial Intelligence in Society have created an algorithm that sorts intervention program participants — who are voluntarily working on recovery — into smaller groups, or subgroups, in a way that maintains helpful social co
AI tool promotes positive peer groups to tackle substance abuse :: When it comes to fighting substance abuse, research suggests the company you keep can make the difference between recovery and relapse. Researchers have created an algorithm that sorts intervention program participants — who are voluntarily working on recovery — into smaller groups, or subgroups, in a way that maintains helpful social connections and breaks social connections that could be detri
AIDS Researcher Robert R. Redfield Named to Lead the C.D.C. :: Dr. Redfield, a Baltimore AIDS researcher and advocate for medication-assisted therapies to treat addiction, will take over the public health agency.
Aids-fondet: HPV-vaccine til drenge giver travlhed og ventelister :: Den gratis HPV-vaccine til drenge fås kun hos Aids-fondet. Det har medført travlhed hos fondets sundhedspersonale, der ikke forstår, at PLO står uden for pilotprojektet
Airbus to name new CEO at end of year: company :: European aviation giant Airbus said Tuesday it will name a successor to departing CEO Tom Enders at the end of 2018.
Air-sea gas exchange impact measurements could improve climate predictions :: Trace gases, ranging from carbon dioxide to water vapour, refer to any of the less common gases found in the Earth's atmosphere. Yet, many of these gases are responsible for the greenhouse effect. It's crucial to understand how their chemistry is affected by air-sea fluxes which involve the exchanges of heat, mass and momentum between the atmosphere and the ocean.
Alkoholvaner dannes i 15-års alderen :: Mens halvdelen af danske unge har et moderat forbrug af alkohol gennem hele ungdomstiden, så drikker…
Allostery revealed within lipid binding events to membrane proteins [Biophysics and Computational Biology :: ]Membrane proteins interact with a myriad of lipid species in the biological membrane, leading to a bewildering number of possible protein−lipid assemblies. Despite this inherent complexity, the identification of specific protein−lipid interactions and the crucial role of lipids in the folding, structure, and function of membrane proteins is emerging from…
Almond Growers Are Breeding a Novel Replacement for the Embattled Honeybee :: The world's largest almond grower is creating a novel replacement for the embattled honeybee — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Alphabet's 'Outline' Homebrew VPN Software Offers Open-Source, Easy Set-Up Privacy You Control :: Alphabet tech incubator Jigsaw wants to make it easy to run your own, more private virtual private network.
Amazon deforestation is close to tipping point :: Amazon Sale USDeforestation of the Amazon is about to reach a threshold beyond which the region's tropical rainforest may undergo irreversible changes that transform the landscape into degraded savanna with sparse, shrubby plant cover and low biodiversity. This warning derives from an editorial published in the journal Science Advances co-authored by Thomas Lovejoy, a professor at George Mason University in the
Amazon Echo vs Google Home vs Apple HomePod: Which is right for you? :: You've no doubt heard the buzz about smart speakers. Why else would you be reading this article? A few years ago, if you wanted a smart speaker with a hands-free digital assistant, there was only one option. The Amazon Echo was one-of-a-kind when it debuted in November 2014, and it launched into uncharted waters unsure if it would find a home with consumers.
Amazon sellers seek more clout with new 'merchants guild' :: Amazon Sale USThe millions of merchants who sell products on Amazon.com Inc. have long craved more leverage over their powerful benefactor. Now some are creating a trade association in the hopes that a unified voice will force Amazon to take them more seriously.
Amazon sugar cane: A threat to the forest ::
Amazon sugar cane: A threat to the forest ::
Amazon workers in Spain deliver first strike :: Workers at Amazon's biggest logistics centre in Spain have gone on strike, a first in the country as they demand better pay and conditions, a union said Wednesday.
Amazon’s stock falls after Trump tweets the company doesn’t pay enough taxes :: Donald Trump AmazonPresident Donald Trump attacked Amazon on Twitter Thursday morning, arguing that the online retailer doesn’t pay enough taxes and the USPS is its “delivery boy.” Read More
Amazon’s stock falls after Trump tweets the company doesn’t pay enough taxes :: Donald Trump AmazonPresident Donald Trump attacked Amazon on Twitter Thursday morning, arguing that the online retailer doesn’t pay enough taxes and the USPS is its “delivery boy.” Read More
AMD says patches on the way for flawed chips :: Advanced Micro Devices on Tuesday said patches are on the way for recently revealed flaws in some of its chips that could allow hackers to take over computers.
America Cannot Bear to Bring Back Indentured Servitude :: In 1624, Jane Dickenson petitioned the governor of Virginia for relief from bondage. Four years earlier, her husband had signed a contract of indenture to pay for his immigration from England; it obliged him to labor for a man named Nicholas Hide for a period of seven years. Before the indenture was up, however, Jane’s husband was killed in the Second Anglo-Powhatan War, and she was taken captive
America Cannot Bear to Bring Back Indentured Servitude :: In 1624, Jane Dickenson petitioned the governor of Virginia for relief from bondage. Four years earlier, her husband had signed a contract of indenture to pay for his immigration from England; it obliged him to labor for a man named Nicholas Hide for a period of seven years. Before the indenture was up, however, Jane’s husband was killed in the Second Anglo-Powhatan War, and she was taken captive
America’s new sex-trafficking bill led Craigslist to pull its personal ads :: Craigslist Section Service
America’s Unending Tragedy :: LITTLETON, Colo.—Evan Todd, then a sophomore at Columbine High School, was in the library on the day 19 years ago when Eric Harris appeared in the doorway, wielding a shotgun. Harris fired in his direction. Debris, shrapnel, and buckshot hit Todd’s lower back; he fell to the ground and ducked behind a copy machine. Harris fired several more shots toward Todd’s head, splintering a desk and driving
American Adults Just Keep Getting Fatter :: A large scale federal survey has documented the continuing rise in severe obesity, which increases the risks for heart disease, diabetes and some cancers.
American healthcare shows why we can't trust market spin doctors :: Free-market fans often fail to see how self-interest can create diseased-market games. Robert Frank helps diagnose American healthcare's deadly trillion-dollar disease. Read More
Amount of plastics in the environment set to rise :: A leading Heriot-Watt academic has issued a statement on the news that the amount of plastic in the ocean is set to treble in a decade unless litter is curbed.
Amygdala neurons increase as children become adults — except in autism :: Researchers at the UC Davis MIND Institute found that typically-developing children gain more neurons in a region of the brain that governs social and emotional behavior, the amygdala, as they become adults. This phenomenon does not happen in people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Instead, children with ASD have too many neurons early on and then appear to lose those neurons as they become ad
Amygdala neurons increase as children become adults — except in autism :: Researchers have found that typically-developing children gain more neurons in a region of the brain that governs social and emotional behavior, the amygdala, as they become adults. This phenomenon does not happen in people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Instead, children with ASD have too many neurons early on and then appear to lose those neurons as they become adults.
An Alternate Reality Game That Takes Freshmen Orientation to a New Level :: A massive ARG became an obsession at the University of Chicago. It also taught students how to handle not getting along.
An alternate route for metastatic cells ::
An emerging target for vascular diseases ::
An Icelandic Epic Predicted a Fiery End for Pagan Gods, and Then This Volcano Erupted :: A series of Earth-shattering volcanic eruptions in Iceland during the Middle Ages may have spurred the people living there to turn away from their pagan gods and convert to Christianity.
An integrated workflow for interaction proteomics — as versatile as the Swiss Army Knife :: Researchers have developed an integrated workflow for interaction proteomics, which — as they describe it — proves almost as versatile as the Swiss Army Knife.
An integrated workflow for interaction proteomics — as versatile as the Swiss Army Knife :: Researchers of the University of Helsinki, Finland, developed an integrated workflow for interaction proteomics, which — as they describe it — proves almost as versatile as the Swiss Army Knife.
Anaerobic microfiltration membranes for wastewater could slow the spread of antibiotic resistance :: Accumulating grime on sewage treatment membranes has long been considered a problem, yet it may help remove antibiotic-resistant bacteria and antibiotic resistance genes from wastewater that is treated in anaerobic membrane bioreactors.
Anaerobic microfiltration membranes for wastewater could slow the spread of antibiotic resistance :: Accumulating grime on sewage treatment membranes has long been considered a problem, yet it may help remove antibiotic-resistant bacteria and antibiotic resistance genes from wastewater that is treated in anaerobic membrane bioreactors.
Analyse: En tredjedel af varmeforbruget i danske boliger bør spares væk :: Den billigeste vej til et fossiluafhængigt Danmark indebærer, at varmeforbruget i boliger skal være 31 procent lavere. Det viser ny analyse, der håber at råbe energipolitikerne op.
ANALYSE: Med en Kattegatbro bliver der ikke noget med at køre gratis over Storebælt :: En Kattegatforbindelse er økonomisk afhængig af, at man fastholder prisen for at køre over Storebælt, selv om broen er betalt ud. Bliver Storebælt gratis, skal staten finde 21 milliarder kroner.
Analysis shows influential US prostate study not representative of real-world patients :: An analysis of 3 US cancer databases has shown that a major US study comparing surgery with observation in early prostate cancer patients, the PIVOT study, used patients which didn't properly reflect the average US patient. Researchers found that patients in the PIVOT trial were between 3 and 8 times more likely to die than real-world patients. This may call into question the conclusions of the st
Analyzing past failures may boost future performance by reducing stress :: A new study suggests for the first time that reflection of past failures might prepare an individual for the next challenge by changing the body's response to stress. The US research team found that writing about a past failure led to lower levels of the 'stress' hormone, cortisol, better choices and better outcomes on a new stressful task. This technique may help improve performance in a variety
Analyzing past failures may boost future performance by reducing stress :: A new study suggests for the first time that reflection of past failures might prepare an individual for the next challenge by changing the body's response to stress. The research team found that writing about a past failure led to lower levels of the 'stress' hormone, cortisol, better choices and better outcomes on a new stressful task. This technique may help improve performance in a variety of
Anatomy of STEM teaching in North American universities ::
Anatomy of STEM teaching in North American universities ::
Ancient deer-like creatures returned to the ocean to become whales. But why? :: Researchers are starting to get a handle on why ancient creatures returned to the ocean after their ancient ancestors climbed out of it. Read More
Anger over Sheffield's plan to fell healthy trees :: Sheffield City Council's plan to fell thousands of healthy trees prompts angry protests.
Animal nutrition: Excess phosphorus damages the kidney :: A new study carried out by veterinarians shows that high phosphorus intake, comparable to the average level provided by prepared cat food, can be deleterious to kidney function in healthy cats.
Anklager i Højesteret: Svendborg-læge skal have skærpet sin straf :: Svendborg-lægens forsømmelser er af så grov karakter, at Højesteret bør skærpe landsrettens dom, mener anklageren. Lægen nægter sig fortsat skyldig.
Another Bird Telomere Study, Different Results :: Two studies examining the effects of parents' ages on their offsprings' telomere lengths come to opposite conclusions.
Anthropogenic enrichment of mercury greater than that of vanadium [Physical Sciences :: ]Schlesinger et al. (1), in quantifying the global biogeochemical cycle of vanadium (V), argue that the human perturbation of V atmospheric cycling may exceed that of mercury (Hg). However, best available knowledge suggests that the human impact of Hg far exceeds that of V. For Hg, Schlesinger et al. (1)…
Anthropogenic lead still present in European shelf seas :: Over many decades lead (Pb) has been released into the atmosphere due to human activities, such as combustion of leaded fuel. A group of researchers led by GEOMAR, Kiel have now been able to show that following the phase-out of leaded gasoline in Europe over the last decades, there has been a 4-fold reduction in Pb concentrations in the European shelf seas. Nevertheless, the legacy of the historic
Anthropogenic lead still present in European shelf seas :: Over many decades lead (Pb) has been released into the atmosphere due to human activities, such as combustion of leaded fuel. A group of researchers led by GEOMAR, Kiel have now been able to show that following the phase-out of leaded gasoline in Europe over the last decades, there has been a 4-fold reduction in Pb concentrations in the European shelf seas. Nevertheless, the legacy of the historic
Anthropogenic lead still present in European shelf seas :: Over many decades lead (Pb) has been released into the atmosphere due to human activities, such as combustion of leaded fuel. Researchers have now been able to show that following the phase-out of leaded gasoline in Europe over the last decades, there has been a 4-fold reduction in Pb concentrations in the European shelf seas. Nevertheless, the legacy of the historical global Pb pollution is still
Anthropogenic lead still present in European shelf seas :: Over many decades lead (Pb) has been released into the atmosphere due to human activities, such as combustion of leaded fuel. Researchers have now been able to show that following the phase-out of leaded gasoline in Europe over the last decades, there has been a 4-fold reduction in Pb concentrations in the European shelf seas. Nevertheless, the legacy of the historical global Pb pollution is still
Anthropogenic lead still present in European shelf seas :: Over many decades, human activities have release lead into the atmosphere, including combustion of leaded fuel. A group of researchers led by GEOMAR, Kiel, have now demonstrated that after the phase-out of leaded gasoline in Europe in recent decades, there has been a four-fold reduction in lead concentrations in the European shelf seas. Nevertheless, the legacy of the historical global lead pollut
Anti-aging protein alpha Klotho's molecular structure revealed :: Researchers from UT Southwestern's Charles and Jane Pak Center for Mineral Metabolism and Clinical Research and Internal Medicine's Division of Nephrology recently published work in Nature that reveals the molecular structure of the so-called "anti-aging" protein alpha Klotho (a-Klotho) and how it transmits a hormonal signal that controls a variety of biologic processes. The investigation was perf
Anti-aging protein alpha Klotho's molecular structure revealed :: Researchers from UT Southwestern's Charles and Jane Pak Center for Mineral Metabolism and Clinical Research and Internal Medicine's Division of Nephrology recently published work in Nature that reveals the molecular structure of the so-called "anti-aging" protein alpha Klotho (a-Klotho) and how it transmits a hormonal signal that controls a variety of biologic processes. The investigation was perf
Anti-aging protein alpha Klotho's molecular structure revealed :: Researchers from UT Southwestern's Charles and Jane Pak Center for Mineral Metabolism and Clinical Research and Internal Medicine's Division of Nephrology recently published work in Nature that reveals the molecular structure of the so-called 'anti-aging' protein alpha Klotho (a-Klotho) and how it transmits a hormonal signal that controls a variety of biologic processes.
Anti-aging protein alpha Klotho's molecular structure revealed :: Researchers from UT Southwestern's Charles and Jane Pak Center for Mineral Metabolism and Clinical Research and Internal Medicine's Division of Nephrology recently published work in Nature that reveals the molecular structure of the so-called 'anti-aging' protein alpha Klotho (a-Klotho) and how it transmits a hormonal signal that controls a variety of biologic processes.
Anti-aging protein alpha Klotho's molecular structure revealed :: Researchers reveal the molecular structure of the so-called 'anti-aging' protein alpha Klotho (a-Klotho) and how it transmits a hormonal signal that controls a variety of biologic processes.
Antibiotics could be key to relieving chronic bladder pain :: Antibiotics can successfully help rid a patient of chronic urinary tract infection symptoms, according to a new clinical study. The research highlights the growing concern of many practitioners that the tests they rely on to diagnose urinary tract infections are inadequate.
Antibiotics could be key to relieving chronic bladder pain :: Antibiotics can successfully help rid a patient of chronic urinary tract infection symptoms. This is the finding of a new clinical study led by Sheela Swamy of University College London in the UK. The study in the International Urogynecology Journal, which is published by Springer, highlights the growing concern of many practitioners that the tests they rely on to diagnose urinary tract infections
Antibiotics often inappropriately prescribed for hospitalized kids, global study suggests :: Nearly a third of all antibiotics prescribed for hospitalized children globally were intended to prevent potential infections rather than to treat disease, according to the results of a worldwide survey published in the Journal of the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society.
Antibiotics often inappropriately prescribed for hospitalized kids, global study suggests :: Nearly a third of all antibiotics prescribed for hospitalized children globally were intended to prevent potential infections rather than to treat disease, according to new results.
Antibody-mediated inhibition of MICA and MICB shedding promotes NK cell-driven tumor immunity :: MICA and MICB are expressed by many human cancers as a result of cellular stress, and can tag cells for elimination by cytotoxic lymphocytes through natural killer group 2D (NKG2D) receptor activation. However, tumors evade this immune recognition pathway through proteolytic shedding of MICA and MICB proteins. We rationally designed antibodies targeting the MICA α3 domain, the site of proteolytic
Antibody-mediated inhibition of MICA and MICB shedding promotes NK cell-driven tumor immunity :: MICA and MICB are expressed by many human cancers as a result of cellular stress, and can tag cells for elimination by cytotoxic lymphocytes through natural killer group 2D (NKG2D) receptor activation. However, tumors evade this immune recognition pathway through proteolytic shedding of MICA and MICB proteins. We rationally designed antibodies targeting the MICA α3 domain, the site of proteolytic
Antimicrobial used in toiletries could become option against malaria :: A study conducted at the University of Campinas (UNICAMP) in Brazil shows that triclosan, an antimicrobial compound used in soap, toothpaste, deodorant and many other products, can inhibit target genes in the malaria parasite during two crucial stages of its life cycle in humans—the hepatic stage, when it reproduces in the host's liver cells, and the erythrocytic stage, when it infects red blood c
Antimicrobial used in toiletries could become option against malaria :: Not only it inhibits enzymes essential to Plasmodium's survival in two key stages of its lifecycle in humans, but triclosan also performed well in tests against resistant parasites, an international study reveals. The efficiency of malaria treatment with mostly used drugs is undermined by resistant lineages and by the fact that patients present severe side effects in 10 percent of the cases.
Antimicrobial used in toiletries could become option against malaria :: Not only it inhibits enzymes essential to Plasmodium's survival in two key stages of its lifecycle in humans, but triclosan also performed well in tests against resistant parasites, an international study reveals. The efficiency of malaria treatment with mostly used drugs is undermined by resistant lineages and by the fact that patients present severe side effects in 10 percent of the cases.
Antioxidants and amino acids could play role in the treatment of psychosis :: A scientific paper has revealed that some nutrients found in food may help reduce the symptoms of psychotic illness, when used in the early stages of treatment.The systematic review, led by Dr Firth, honorary Research Fellow at The University of Manchester and Research Fellow at NICM Health Research Institute, Western Sydney University an examined if nutrient supplementation could provide effectiv
Antioxidants and amino acids could play role in the treatment of psychosis :: A scientific paper has revealed that some nutrients found in food may help reduce the symptoms of psychotic illness, when used in the early stages of treatment.
Antioxidants and amino acids could play role in the treatment of psychosis :: Nutrients found in food may help reduce the symptoms of psychotic illness, when used in the early stages of treatment. The systematic review, examined if nutrient supplementation could provide effective 'add on' treatment for young people with psychosis.
Anti-viral components in soybean meal may promote growth and health in pigs :: Swine diets are carefully formulated to provide the perfect balance of protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and fats. But what if those diets also provided health-promoting bioactive compounds that could make animals more resilient to disease? A new article from the University of Illinois notes that soy-derived compounds may be doing just that.
Anti-viral components in soybean meal may promote growth and health in pigs :: Swine diets are carefully formulated to provide the perfect balance of protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and fats. But what if those diets also provided health-promoting bioactive compounds that could make animals more resilient to disease? A new article from the University of Illinois notes that soy-derived compounds may be doing just that.
Anti-viral components in soybean meal may promote growth and health in pigs :: Swine diets are carefully formulated to provide the perfect balance of protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and fats. But what if those diets also provided health-promoting bioactive compounds that could make animals more resilient to disease? A new article from the University of Illinois notes that soy-derived compounds may be doing just that.
Anti-viral components in soybean meal may promote growth and health in pigs :: Swine diets are carefully formulated to provide the perfect balance of protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and fats. But what if those diets also provided health-promoting bioactive compounds that could make animals more resilient to disease? A new article from the University of Illinois notes that soy-derived compounds may be doing just that.
ANU archaeologist discovers Cornish barrow site :: Untouched Bronze-Age burial mound discovered by chance by ANU Archaeologist, Dr. Catherine Frieman. She will begin a 14-day archaeological dig on Easter Saturday to examine the site.
ANU archaeologist discovers Cornish barrow site :: Untouched Bronze-Age burial mound discovered by chance by ANU Archaeologist, Dr. Catherine Frieman. She will begin a 14-day archaeological dig on Easter Saturday to examine the site.
App developer says he is scapegoat in Facebook data row :: The academic behind the app which harvested data from 50 million Facebook users said Wednesday he was being used as a scapegoat in the row over online privacy.
Apple is about to become the biggest R&D spender in the world :: Critics of Apple used to point to its $250 billion-plus mountain of cash, much of it held overseas, and its relatively puny research and development budget and say, "Get spending!" The era of parsimony is over. After the GOP tax cut, Apple said it will be repatriating hundreds of billions of dollars, paying up to $38 billion in taxes on it, over the coming years.
Apple takes a very un-tech approach to solving fake news: human editors :: We all agree there's too much disinformation on the Web.
Apple Watches aren’t so great at detecting irregular heartbeats yet ::
Apple's new flagship Chicago store is for sale, and could fetch $170 million or more :: Apple iPad MacBookApple's new flagship store on Michigan Avenue is going up for sale and could fetch at least $170 million.
April Fool's Crash: China's Space Station Will Most Likely Fall to Earth on Sunday :: It sure looks like the abandoned Chinese space station Tiangong-1 will put on its re-entry light show on April Fool's Day.
Arbejdspres er hovedskurken bag stress :: Halvdelen af alle højtuddannede på det danske arbejdsmarked føler sig stressede, viser ny AC-undersøgelse. Ansvaret skal flyttes fra den enkelte medarbejder til arbejdsgiverne, mener IDA.
Archaeologist discovers Cornish barrow site :: An Archaeologist at The Australian National University (ANU) has discovered a prehistoric Bronze-Age barrow, or burial mound, on a hill in Cornwall and is about to start excavating the untouched site which overlooks the English Channel.
Archaeologist discovers Cornish barrow site :: An Archaeologist at The Australian National University (ANU) has discovered a prehistoric Bronze-Age barrow, or burial mound, on a hill in Cornwall and is about to start excavating the untouched site which overlooks the English Channel.
Archaeologist discovers Cornish barrow site :: An untouched Bronze-Age burial mound has been discovered by chance. The site dates back to around 2,000 BC and was discovered when an archaeologist, who was conducting geophysical surveys of a known site outside the village of Looe in Cornwall, was approached by a farmer about a possible site in a neighboring field.
Archaeologist discovers Cornish barrow site :: An untouched Bronze-Age burial mound has been discovered by chance. The site dates back to around 2,000 BC and was discovered when an archaeologist, who was conducting geophysical surveys of a known site outside the village of Looe in Cornwall, was approached by a farmer about a possible site in a neighboring field.
Archaeologists open ancient Egyptian coffin thought to be empty and find it contains mummy remains :: A team of archaeologists working at a University of Sydney Museum was recently surprised to discover mummy remains inside of an ancient coffin that was thought to be empty. The team has detailed their discovery and subsequent efforts to study the remains in Muse, a University of Sydney publication.
Archaeologists open ancient Egyptian coffin thought to be empty and find it contains mummy remains :: A team of archaeologists working at a University of Sydney Museum was recently surprised to discover mummy remains inside of an ancient coffin that was thought to be empty. The team has detailed their discovery and subsequent efforts to study the remains in Muse, a University of Sydney publication.
Archaeologists Were Surprised to Find the Mummy of an Egyptian Priestess in This 'Empty' Coffin :: An ancient Egyptian coffin, previously thought to be empty, holds the mummified remains of an Egyptian priestess who lived 2,500 years ago.
Archaeologists Were Surprised to Find the Mummy of an Egyptian Priestess in This 'Empty' Coffin :: An ancient Egyptian coffin, previously thought to be empty, holds the mummified remains of an Egyptian priestess who lived 2,500 years ago.
Arctic sea-ice loss and winter temperatures in Eurasia :: A long debate of the role of the sea ice and the winter temperatures in Eurasia has got a new contribution. Probably no connection, a new study says.
Arctic wintertime sea ice extent is among lowest on record :: Sea ice in the Arctic grew to its annual maximum extent last week, and joined 2015, 2016 and 2017 as the four lowest maximum extents on record, according to scientists at the NASA-supported National Snow and Ice Data Center (NSIDC) and NASA.
Arctic wintertime sea ice extent is among lowest on record :: Sea ice in the Arctic grew to its annual maximum extent last week, and joined 2015, 2016 and 2017 as the four lowest maximum extents on record, according to scientists at the NASA-supported National Snow and Ice Data Center (NSIDC) and NASA.
Arctic wintertime sea ice extent is among lowest on record :: Sea ice in the Arctic grew to its annual maximum extent last week, and joined 2015, 2016 and 2017 as the four lowest maximum extents on record, according to scientists.
Are Angels Real? :: About 70 percent of Americans believe in these messengers from God.
Are hospitals improperly disposing of personal health information? :: A substantial amount of personal information, most of it personal health information, was found in the recycling at five hospitals in Toronto, Canada, despite policies in place for protection of personal information.
Are Nor'easters and Bomb Cyclones the New Normal? :: More data are supporting a once-controversial theory that the warming Arctic is making winter weather more extreme — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Are People Actually Smoking Bug-Spray-Laced Drugs? Either Way, It's a Bad Idea. :: Street drugs in Indianapolis may be laced with an unusual ingredient: household bug spray, according to news reports.
Are religious people really less smart, on average, than atheists? :: Various studies have found that, on average, belief in God is associated with lower scores on IQ tests. Read More
Are wood pellets a green fuel? ::
Arizona death brings calls for more autonomous vehicle rules :: The deadly collision between an Uber autonomous vehicle and a pedestrian near Phoenix is bringing calls for tougher self-driving regulations. But advocates for a hands-off approach say big changes aren't needed.
Arken: Kunst skal få unge til at tænke over digital påvirkning :: På kunstmuseet Arken smelter kunst og teknologi sammen, når unge bruger kunsten til at forstå og fortolke nettets koder.
Army's brain-like computers moving closer to cracking codes :: U.S. Army Research Laboratory scientists have discovered a way to leverage emerging brain-like computer architectures for an age-old number-theoretic problem known as integer factorization.
Arrogant sagde overlæge, da chef for Sundhedsplatformen fremlagde resultater :: Dårlig stemning på Dansk IT’s konference om offentlig it, frembragt af overlæge fra region, der ikke er berørt af Epic-system.
Arsenic in groundwater? Virginia coal ash case before court :: Virginia's largest electric utility asked a federal appeals court Wednesday to overturn a judge's ruling that the company is violating federal law by discharging arsenic through groundwater into surrounding waters from a coal ash storage site.
Artificial intelligence gets its day in court :: Last september, the ACLU filed an amicus brief in a California case that brings to a head a controversy over the use of algorithms and artificial intelligence in criminal law.
Artificial wings reach new limits, thanks to inspiration from earwigs :: Inspired by the wings of earwigs, scientists have designed artificial wings that exhibit extraordinary folding abilities. Whereas traditional origami folding techniques are limited by rigidity and number of folding patterns, the technique developed by Jakob A. Faber and colleagues overcomes these challenges.
As humans change the world, predators seize the chance to succeed :: If you have ever been to a nature reserve in Africa, you may have been lucky enough to see predators on a kill – maybe something spectacular like lions on a giraffe. The chances are you got to see that because the predators killed the prey right on the road, where you could get up close in your car or safari vehicle.
As Pedestrian Deaths Spike, Scientists Scramble for Answers :: Researchers do have a culprit in mind—that thing in your hand.
As Students 'March for Our Lives,' What Are the Feasible Aims for Gun Control? :: The gun massacre in Parkland, Florida, was nearly six weeks ago. In those weeks, thousands more Americans have died from gun violence. (The average rate is around 90 per day, more than half of them suicides and the rest homicides or accidents.) Today hundreds of thousands of students and others have joined the “March for Our Lives” to demand a solution to what seems America’s most insoluble probl
Assembling the mitochondrial ATP synthase [Biochemistry :: ]Mitochondria are known as the powerhouses of the cell. The F1Fo-ATP synthase of the mitochondrial inner membrane produces the bulk of cellular ATP. The respiratory chain complexes pump protons across the inner membrane into the intermembrane space and thereby generate a proton-motive force that drives the ATP synthase. In a…
Assembly of the membrane domain of ATP synthase in human mitochondria [Biochemistry :: ]The ATP synthase in human mitochondria is a membrane-bound assembly of 29 proteins of 18 kinds. All but two membrane components are encoded in nuclear genes, synthesized on cytoplasmic ribosomes, and imported into the matrix of the organelle, where they are assembled into the complex with ATP6 and ATP8, the…
Associations between longitudinal beverage intakes and adolescent caries :: At the 47th Annual Meeting of the American Association for Dental Research (AADR), held in conjunction with the 42nd Annual Meeting of the Canadian Association for Dental Research (CADR), Teresa A. Marshall, University of Iowa College of Dentistry, Iowa City, presented an oral session titled 'Associations Between Longitudinal Beverage Intakes and Adolescent Caries.' The AADR/CADR Annual Meeting is
Astronaut pee could keep plants alive in space for decades :: On missions to Mars and beyond, astronauts will have to grow their own food. Urine has been shown in space simulations to keep wheat and soy alive over 20 years
Astronauts need extra exercise and calories in space :: It takes physical activity to stay heart-healthy on Earth and even more to stay healthy in space.
Astronomer Announces He Has Discovered … Mars :: In an online publication, this astronomer reports the detection of a very bright object in the night sky that wasn't there before. Turns out, he's thousands of years late for this discovery.
Astronomers Boggle at Distant Galaxy Devoid of Dark Matter :: The newfound object NGC1052-DF2 defies easy explanation, and could lead to breakthroughs in our understanding of how galaxies form and evolve — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Astronomers Boggle at Distant Galaxy Devoid of Dark Matter :: The newfound object NGC1052-DF2 defies easy explanation, and could lead to breakthroughs in our understanding of how galaxies form and evolve — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Astronomers Have Found Their Paradise, and It's the Coldest and Most Remote Point in Antarctica :: Antarctica. The name evokes images of bitter extremes, an environment unkind to humans. Stories of polar explorers battling with the weather and perishing on their way back to safety. Why would astronomers choose to go there?
Astrophysicists Claim They Found a 'Galaxy Without Dark Matter' :: Dark matter, if it exists, should be everywhere. But scientists just spotted a galaxy that seems to have none at all.
Astrophysicists Claim They Found a 'Galaxy Without Dark Matter' :: Dark matter, if it exists, should be everywhere. But scientists just spotted a galaxy that seems to have none at all.
At Hamburger Central, Antibiotics for Cattle That Aren’t Sick :: Many industrial feedlots see routine use of antibiotics as essential. Some cattlemen disagree, calling them “performance enhancing drugs.”
At Y Combinator's Demo Day, Companies Are No Longer the Next Airbnb, Uber or WhatsApp :: Founders are no longer declaring their companies the "Uber of X." Instead, they're charming investors by having fun.
AT&T will use Time Warner as 'weapon' if merger goes ahead: US Justice Dept :: Will AT&T's acquisition of Time Warner give it a "weapon" to crush pay television rivals or help it catch up with "runaway" technology giants?
Atacama mummy’s deformities were unduly sensationalized :: A malformed human mummy known as Ata has been sensationalized as alien. A DNA analysis helps overturn that misconception.
Atlanta's Perfect Satire of the Music Industry in 2018 :: Arcade Fire’s new music video opens with the band visiting the offices of the fictional Everything Now corporation, makers of such products as cars, soft drinks, and a cereal advertised with the slogan “Make it painless!” An executive played by Toni Collette informs the musicians that their band is broke, but that Everything Now is going to bail them out. “We’ll have exclusive rights over your en
Atomskrot: Midlertidigt lager kan holde 100 år :: Folketingets partier nu er enige om et 50-årslager for radioaktivt affald. Kravene til det er imidlertid de samme, som til et lager, der kan holde i 100 år. Politikernes plan er fortsat at grave affaldet ned efter 2073.
Atomskrot: Midlertidigt lager kan holde 100 år :: Folketingets partier nu er enige om et 50-årslager for radioaktivt affald. Kravene til det er imidlertid de samme, som til et lager, der kan holde i 100 år. Politikernes plan er fortsat at grave affaldet ned efter 2073.
ATP-dependent substrate reduction at an [Fe8S9] double-cubane cluster [Biochemistry :: ]Chemically demanding reductive conversions in biology, such as the reduction of dinitrogen to ammonia or the Birch-type reduction of aromatic compounds, depend on Fe/S-cluster–containing ATPases. These reductions are typically catalyzed by two-component systems, in which an Fe/S-cluster–containing ATPase energizes an electron to reduce a metal site on the acceptor protein…
Attacking lymphoma at the source :: The efficacy of target specific therapies in lymphoma is limited to subgroups of patients. EPFL scientists have identified a mechanism that confers resistance against a common therapy for lymphoma. They propose an alternative treatment that targets lymphoma signaling at its root, and show that it can be effective in a broader group of patients. The study is published in the journal Blood.
Attacking lymphoma at the source :: The efficacy of target specific therapies in lymphoma is limited to subgroups of patients. Scientists have identified a mechanism that confers resistance against a common therapy for lymphoma. They propose an alternative treatment that targets lymphoma signaling at its root, and show that it can be effective in a broader group of patients.
Attacking olefins with chiral acids ::
Attacking olefins with chiral acids ::
Au revoir, baguette! France goes burger-mad :: Baguette lovers may be horrified to learn that in 2017, for the first time ever, hamburger sales were higher in France than the classic jambon-beurre sandwich.
Augmented Reality in Medicine :: Augmented reality has the potential to revolutionize how physicians access data while caring for patients, whether in the operating room or clinic.
Augmented Reality in Medicine :: Augmented reality has the potential to revolutionize how physicians access data while caring for patients, whether in the operating room or clinic.
Australia to open more marine parks to commercial fishing :: Australia recommended opening more of its marine parks, including near the Great Barrier Reef, to commercial fishing Wednesday in a decision slammed as the worst downgrading of a protected area in the world.
Australian indigenous languages have common source: study :: All indigenous languages in Australia descend from a single common tongue, a study revealed Wednesday in findings that shed new light on the country's cultural history.
Australian indigenous languages have common source: study :: All indigenous languages in Australia descend from a single common tongue, a study revealed Wednesday in findings that shed new light on the country's cultural history.
Australian volunteers save 5 of over 150 stranded whales :: Volunteers in western Australia have managed to rescue only five of 150 short-finned pilot whales that became stranded on a beach.
Australia's indigenous languages have one source, study says :: All indigenous languages can be traced to a mother tongue dubbed Proto-Australian, researchers say.
Australia's indigenous languages have one source, study says :: All indigenous languages can be traced to a mother tongue dubbed Proto-Australian, researchers say.
Autism, Haircuts And A Nursery Rhyme :: Haircuts can be traumatic for autistic children. It took two years for Australian barber Lisa Ann McKenzie to give Jordie Rowland a cut. The breakthrough was singing a favorite nursery rhyme.
Autoimmune disorder lupus may be triggered by body’s bacteria :: Some of the bacteria that live in our bodies seem to kick-start the autoimmune disorder lupus. In the future, targeted antibiotics might help treat the condition
Autoimmune disorder lupus may be triggered by body’s bacteria :: Some of the bacteria that live in our bodies seem to kick-start the autoimmune disorder lupus. In the future, targeted antibiotics might help treat the condition
Automated electric taxis could help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and costs :: Word on the street is that self-driving cars are the next big thing. But current vehicles emit a lot of greenhouse gases, and self-driving cars will initially come with a steep purchase price. Now, one group reports in ACS' Environmental Science & Technology, that, with a mathematical model, they've shown that self-driving, electric taxis could reduce emissions, energy use and overall costs.
Automated electric taxis could help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and costs :: Word on the street is that self-driving cars are the next big thing. But current vehicles emit a lot of greenhouse gases, and self-driving cars will initially come with a steep purchase price. Now, one group reports in ACS' Environmental Science & Technology, that, with a mathematical model, they've shown that self-driving, electric taxis could reduce emissions, energy use and overall costs.
Automated notification system improves follow-up of actionable tests pending at discharge :: A new study by researchers from Brigham and Women's Hospital demonstrates that the implementation of a simple automated notification system can improve tests pending at discharge (TPAD) follow-up.
Automated sea vehicles for monitoring the oceans :: A new company from ESA's UK business incubator has developed an autonomous boat that is propelled by the waves and carries ocean sensors powered by solar energy.
Automekaniker bag offgrid-system til elcykler :: Jonas Gissel kalder sig hardcore nørd. Han blev iværksætter ved et tilfælde og tager utraditionelle metoder i brug for at sælge sin idé.
Average size of breast tumors decreased following introduction of screening but is now increasing :: The average size of breast cancers at diagnosis decreased dramatically in the 1980s and 1990s following the introduction of screening, according to research presented at the 11th European Breast Cancer Conference.
B7-H1 maintains the polyclonal T cell response by protecting dendritic cells from cytotoxic T lymphocyte destruction [Immunology and Inflammation :: ]Induced B7-H1 expression in the tumor microenvironment initiates adaptive resistance, which impairs immune functions and leads to tumor escape from immune destruction. Antibody blockade of the B7-H1/PD-1 interaction overcomes adaptive resistance, leading to regression of advanced human cancers and survival benefits in a significant fraction of patients. In addition to…
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Bacteria eat greenhouse gas with a side of protein :: With the ability to leech heavy metals from the environment and digest a potent greenhouse gas, methanotrophic bacteria pull double duty when it comes to cleaning up the environment. But before researchers can explore potential conservation applications, they first must better understand the bacteria's basic physiological processes. New research has identified two never-before-studied proteins, ca
Bacteria eats greenhouse gas with a side of protein :: With the ability to leech heavy metals from the environment and digest a potent greenhouse gas, methanotrophic bacteria pull double duty when it comes to cleaning up the environment.
Bacteria eats greenhouse gas with a side of protein :: With the ability to leech heavy metals from the environment and digest a potent greenhouse gas, methanotrophic bacteria pull double duty when it comes to cleaning up the environment. But before researchers can explore potential conservation applications, they first must better understand the bacteria's basic physiological processes. Amy Rosenzweig's laboratory at Northwestern University has identi
Bacteria may promote pancreatic cancer by suppressing the immune system :: Bacterial load was significantly higher in pancreatic tumor samples from patients with pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma compared with pancreatic tissue from normal individuals, and in studies using mice, eliminating certain 'bad' bacteria slowed the growth of pancreatic cancer, reversed immune suppression, and upregulated the immune checkpoint protein PD1.
Bacterial adhesion in vitro and in silico :: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitaet (LMU) researchers in Munich, Germany, have characterized the physical mechanism that enables a widespread bacterial pathogen to adhere to the tissues of its human host.
Bacterial adhesion in vitro and in silico :: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitaet (LMU) researchers in Munich, Germany, have characterized the physical mechanism that enables a widespread bacterial pathogen to adhere to the tissues of its human host.
Banana plant extract could be key to creamier, longer lasting ice cream :: No doubt about it, ice cream is a great treat on a hot day. That is, until it drips down the sides of a cone or turns into soup in a bowl. Now scientists say they are closing in on a cool solution to this sticky problem. They've found that adding tiny cellulose fibers extracted from banana plant waste to ice cream could slow melting, increase shelf life and potentially replace fats used to make th
Banana plant extract could be key to creamier, longer lasting ice cream :: Scientists say they are closing in on a cool solution to a sticky problem. They've found that adding tiny cellulose fibers extracted from banana plant waste to ice cream could slow melting, increase shelf life and potentially replace fats used to make the tasty treat. The researchers will present their results today at the 255th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society.
Banana plant extract could be key to creamier, longer lasting ice cream :: Scientists say they are closing in on a cool solution to a sticky problem. They've found that adding tiny cellulose fibers extracted from banana plant waste to ice cream could slow melting, increase shelf life and potentially replace fats used to make the tasty treat.
Bar Codes – socalled – Could Map Errant Brain Wiring in Autism and Schizophrenia :: A new, speedy technique affords scientists the ability to visualize the brain’s myriad connections at an unprecedented level of complexity — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Bariatric surgery for severely obese teens may help prevent premature heart disease :: For teens with severe obesity, the predicted 30-year risk of having a heart disease event, such as a heart attack or stroke, could be cut in half one year after bariatric surgery, according to a modeling study. The model found that reduction in risk could be sustained every year for up to five years after surgery.
Basking sharks gather in large groups off northeast US coast :: Groups of basking sharks ranging from as few as 30 to nearly 1,400 individual animals have been observed aggregating in waters from Nova Scotia to Long Island. While individual sightings are fairly common, seeing large groups is not. The reason why the animals congregate has not been clearly determined, and observations of these aggregation events are relatively rare.
Bats can learn from other species, in addition to their own :: Not only are bats capable of auditory-based social learning to identify a new food source from individuals in their own species, but they can also learn about new food sources just as quickly from members of a different species, a new study finds. These results suggest that bats may learn from different species in nature and offer further insights into the adaptive strategies and evolution of bats
Beams are back in the LHC :: The Large Hadron Collider is back in business! On Friday 30 March, at 12:17 pm, protons circulated in the 27-km ring for the first time in 2018. The world's most powerful particle accelerator thus entered its seventh year of data taking and its fourth year at 13 TeV collision energy.
Because of agriculture, the Gulf of Mexico will suffocate for decades longer :: Nitrogen runoff has created a massive oxygen-deprived 'dead zone' in the Gulf of Mexico, but even if the runoff was completely eliminated, it would still take at least 30 years for the area to recover, a new study estimates.
Bees Molecular Responses to Neonicotinoids Determined :: Researchers pinpoint a protein that can metabolize at least one of the insecticides, highlighting a route to identifying compounds that are friendlier to the critical pollinators.
Before we called it "climate change" ::
Beijing is letting its first driverless cars take to the roads ::
Being a driverless car passenger proves ‘unsettling and extraordinary’ :: The latest UK entry in the race to revolutionise roads goes for a spin despite the first such vehicle death in the US last week How many people does it take to drive a driverless car? Five: a safety driver behind the wheel, an operator to program the route, and three engineers monitoring it in another car behind. It is, to be fair, barely even a prototype. The autonomous car unveiled in Milton Key
Being hungry shuts off perception of chronic pain :: Finding food is a necessary survival skill, but so is avoiding pain. Research using mice at the University of Pennsylvania showed that being hungry activates a neural pathway that inhibits the perception of and response to chronic pain. The findings offer up new targets for treating pain.
Being hungry shuts off perception of chronic pain :: Finding food is a necessary survival skill, but so is avoiding pain. Research using mice showed that being hungry activates a neural pathway that inhibits the perception of and response to chronic pain. The findings offer up new targets for treating pain.
Bekymret borger: Er det lovligt at lukke grænsen for vilde dyr? :: Et vildsvinehegn kan hindre mange forskellige arter i at krydse grænsen fra Tyskland. Det er ikke nødvendigvis tilladt, oplyser EU. Dansk ekspert er ikke bekymret.
Bekymret borger: Er det lovligt at lukke grænsen for vilde dyr? :: Et vildsvinehegn kan hindre mange forskellige arter i at krydse grænsen fra Tyskland. Det er ikke nødvendigvis tilladt, oplyser EU. Dansk ekspert er ikke bekymret.
Belly fat promotes diabetes under orders from liver :: Researchers at Columbia University Irving Medical Center found that obesity increases the liver's production of an enzyme that triggers inflammation in belly fat. Targeting the enzyme in the liver could present a new way to treat type 2 diabetes.
Belly fat promotes diabetes under orders from liver :: Researchers found that obesity increases the liver's production of an enzyme that triggers inflammation in belly fat. Targeting the enzyme in the liver could present a new way to treat type 2 diabetes.
Bent Hansen bliver politisk kommentator på Dagens Medicin :: Regionernes tidligere formand vil analysere ideologien bag beslutningerne i sundhedssektoren. Og ingen vil blive skånet.
Bent Hansen: Der er brug for et skifte i sundhedspolitikken :: Bent Hansen (S) brugte sin sidste formandstale i Danske Regioner på at efterlyse et paradigmeskifte i sundhedspolitikken. Kommuner og regioner skal samarbejde tættere, visse opgaver skal regionerne helt overtage, og sammenhængen skal sikres, sagde han.
Bent Hansen: Klynge-forslag lyder spændende :: Der er flere lovende elementer i det forslag om en ny-organisering af sundhedsvæsenet i klynger, mener afgående formand for Danske Regioner, Bent Hansen (S). Han har dog også visse forbehold.
Bent Hansen: Regeringen må til lommerne :: Den afgående regionsformands sidste tale til generalforsamlingen
Berkeley Lab scientists print all-liquid 3-D structures :: Scientists have developed a way to print 3-D structures composed entirely of liquids. Using a modified 3-D printer, they injected threads of water into silicone oil — sculpting tubes made of one liquid within another liquid.
Berkeley Lab scientists print all-liquid 3-D structures :: Scientists have developed a way to print 3-D structures composed entirely of liquids. Using a modified 3-D printer, they injected threads of water into silicone oil — sculpting tubes made of one liquid within another liquid.
Best Smart Earbuds for Travel: AirPods, Pixel Buds, Erato Verse :: Super portability and easy access to AI assistants make these wireless headphones must-haves on your next trip.
Best Travel Apps: Signal, Sitata, Haven, SaferVPN, Mobile Passport, FoneTrac :: Floods. Thieves. Hackers. Tackle any situation abroad with these mobile assistants.
Best Travel Gear: Mophie, Amazon Kindle, Allbirds, Lululemon, Hex :: Fit everything for your trip into a bag that slides under the seat in front of you.
BEST1 gene therapy corrects a diffuse retina-wide microdetachment modulated by light exposure [Neuroscience :: ]Mutations in the BEST1 gene cause detachment of the retina and degeneration of photoreceptor (PR) cells due to a primary channelopathy in the neighboring retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) cells. The pathophysiology of the interaction between RPE and PR cells preceding the formation of retinal detachment remains not well-understood. Our studies…
beta-Arrestin1 mediates hMENA expression and ovarian cancer metastasis [Medical Sciences :: ]Ubiquitously expressed β-arrestin1 (β-arr1) and β-arrestin2 (β-arr2) proteins were originally identified and characterized based on their function to desensitize activated G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) with respect to heterotrimeric G protein signaling, and to mediate GPCR endocytosis. Work over the past decade has shown that β-arrestins also function as molecular scaffolds…
Better educated nurses linked to better outcomes in surgical patients with dementia :: A new study found that surgical patients with coexisting Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) are more likely to die within 30 days of admission and to die following a complication compared with patients without ADRD.
Better test for ovarian cancer would take Pap farther :: Researchers have developed a test that provides a safe and minimally invasive method for earlier diagnosis of ovarian and endometrial cancers. This test—called PapSEEK—aims to analyze small amounts of cancer DNA obtained from Pap samples from the cervix, uterus, as well as blood by identifying common genetic mutations associated with these cancers. A team from the Research Institute of McGill Uni
Beyond the WIMP: Unique crystals could expand the search for dark matter :: A new particle detector design proposed at the U.S. Department of Energy's Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) could greatly broaden the search for dark matter—which makes up 85 percent of the total mass of the universe yet we don't know what it's made of—into an unexplored realm.
Beyond the WIMP: Unique crystals could expand the search for dark matter :: A new particle detector design proposed at the US Department of Energy's Berkeley Lab could greatly broaden the search for dark matter — which makes up 85 percent of the total mass of the universe yet we don't know what it's made of — into an unexplored realm.
Bifurcation-enhanced ultrahigh sensitivity of a buckled cantilever [Applied Physical Sciences :: ]Buckling, first introduced by Euler in 1744 [Euler L (1744) Opera Omnia I 24:231], a sudden mechanical sideways deflection of a structural member under compressive stress, represents a bifurcation in the solution to the equations of static equilibrium. Although it has been investigated in diverse research areas, such a common…
Big Blue Marble: The Arctic, Mixotrophs and Other News about Our Ocean Planet :: — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Big box stores are dying. What do we do with all the bodies? :: Technology How to remove, reuse, or recycle these fallen retail giants. The big box store’s meteoric rise is matched only by its rapid decline. Architects, urban planners, and activists are now searching for ways to repurpose these retail…
Big box stores are dying. What do we do with all the bodies? :: Technology How to remove, reuse, or recycle these fallen retail giants. The big box store’s meteoric rise is matched only by its rapid decline. Architects, urban planners, and activists are now searching for ways to repurpose these retail…
Bigger pipes in space for handling the data explosion :: Earth observation is being held back by our inability to transport all the data generated down to earth. Irish researchers have developed a new set of pipes, in the shape of a smart system of optical feeder links, to fix the data bottleneck.
Bigger pipes in space for handling the data explosion :: Earth observation is being held back by our inability to transport all the data generated down to earth. Irish researchers have developed a new set of pipes, in the shape of a smart system of optical feeder links, to fix the data bottleneck.
Bilgigant: Vi skal ikke acceptere latterlige manuelle data-processer :: Analytics skal være en del af kernen i din virksomhed – ikke en tilføjelse, siger analysechef hos Jaguar Land Rover.
Binding of ISRIB reveals a regulatory site in the nucleotide exchange factor eIF2B :: The integrated stress response (ISR) is a conserved translational and transcriptional program affecting metabolism, memory, and immunity. The ISR is mediated by stress-induced phosphorylation of eukaryotic translation initiation factor 2α (eIF2α) that attenuates the guanine nucleotide exchange factor eIF2B. A chemical inhibitor of the ISR, ISRIB, reverses the attenuation of eIF2B by phosphorylate
Binding of ISRIB reveals a regulatory site in the nucleotide exchange factor eIF2B :: The integrated stress response (ISR) is a conserved translational and transcriptional program affecting metabolism, memory, and immunity. The ISR is mediated by stress-induced phosphorylation of eukaryotic translation initiation factor 2α (eIF2α) that attenuates the guanine nucleotide exchange factor eIF2B. A chemical inhibitor of the ISR, ISRIB, reverses the attenuation of eIF2B by phosphorylate
Biodiversitet – hvad er det? Danskerne aner det ikke :: Biodiversitet har afgørende betydning for vores natur. Men over 60 procent af danskerne ved slet ikke, hvad ordet betyder, viser ny undersøgelse.
Biodiversity and nature's contributions continue dangerous decline, scientists warn :: Biodiversity — the essential variety of life forms on Earth — continues to decline in every region of the world, significantly reducing nature's capacity to contribute to people's well-being. This alarming trend endangers economies, livelihoods, food security and the quality of life of people everywhere, according to four landmark science reports written by more than 550 leading experts, from ov
Bioengineered tooth bud model functionalized with decellularized tooth bud ECM :: At the 47th Annual Meeting of the American Association for Dental Research (AADR), held in conjunction with the 42nd Annual Meeting of the Canadian Association for Dental Research (CADR), Alen Blagajcevic, student at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston, Mass., presented an oral session titled 'Bioengineered Tooth Bud Model Functionalized With Decellularized Tooth Bud ECM.' The AADR/
Biogeographical disparity in the functional diversity and redundancy of corals [Ecology :: ]Corals are major contributors to a range of key ecosystem functions on tropical reefs, including calcification, photosynthesis, nutrient cycling, and the provision of habitat structure. The abundance of corals is declining at multiple scales, and the species composition of assemblages is responding to escalating human pressures, including anthropogenic global warming….
Bioinformaticians studied the evolution of broken genes in a fruit fly :: Pseudogenes lose their ability to encode proteins, which is unaffected by natural selection, as no mutations in such genes are harmful. A study conducted with the participation of the specialists from the Faculty of Bioengineering and Bioinformatics, MSU (Lomonosov Moscow State University) confirms this, but shows that natural selection still has a certain influence on some of such genes. An artic
Bioinformaticians studied the evolution of broken genes in a fruit fly :: Pseudogenes lose their ability to encode proteins, which is unaffected by natural selection, as no mutations in such genes are harmful. A study conducted with the participation of the specialists from the Faculty of Bioengineering and Bioinformatics, MSU (Lomonosov Moscow State University) confirms this, but shows that natural selection still has a certain influence on some of such genes. An artic
Bioinspired spring origami :: Origami enables folding of objects into a variety of shapes in arts, engineering, and biological systems. In contrast to well-known paper-folded objects, the wing of the earwig has an exquisite natural folding system that cannot be sufficiently described by current origami models. Such an unusual biological system displays incompatible folding patterns, remains open by a bistable locking mechanis
Biomass smoke from southern Africa can significantly enhance the brightness of stratocumulus over the southeastern Atlantic Ocean [Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences :: ]Marine stratocumulus clouds cover nearly one-quarter of the ocean surface and thus play an extremely important role in determining the global radiative balance. The semipermanent marine stratocumulus deck over the southeastern Atlantic Ocean is of particular interest, because of its interactions with seasonal biomass burning aerosols that are emitted in…
Biophysics: Bacterial adhesion in vitro and in silico :: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitaet in Munich researchers have characterized the physical mechanism that enables a widespread bacterial pathogen to adhere to the tissues of its human host.
Biophysics: Bacterial adhesion in vitro and in silico :: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitaet in Munich researchers have characterized the physical mechanism that enables a widespread bacterial pathogen to adhere to the tissues of its human host.
Biophysics: Bacterial adhesion in vitro and in silico :: Researchers have characterized the physical mechanism that enables a widespread bacterial pathogen to adhere to the tissues of its human host.
Biophysics: Bacterial adhesion in vitro and in silico :: Researchers have characterized the physical mechanism that enables a widespread bacterial pathogen to adhere to the tissues of its human host.
Bird populations in French countryside 'collapsing' :: Bird populations across an eerily quiet French countryside have collapsed, on average, by a third over the last decade-and-a-half, alarmed researchers reported on Tuesday.
Bizarre, Nessie-Like Creature Washes Ashore in Georgia, and Marine Experts Are Mystified :: Is it a dead frilled shark? Or a decayed whale or an oarfish? Or even a hoax?
Black Hole Echoes Would Reveal Break With Einstein’s Theory :: We all dream the same dream, here in theoretical physics. We dream of the day when one of our equations will be plotted against data and fit spot on. It’s rare for this dream to come true. Even if it does, some don’t live to see it. Take, for example, Albert Einstein, who passed away in 1955, 60 years before his equations’ most stunning consequence was confirmed: Space-time has periodic ripples —
Blackbirds in the city: Bad health, longer life :: Blackbirds live longer in cities than in forests. But their telomeres, the repetitive stretches of DNA at the ends of the chromosomes, show that these city birds have a much poorer health status than their rural cousins. These findings from a study in five European cities led by University of Groningen biologists were published in Biology Letters on March 21.
Blackbirds in the city: Bad health, longer life :: Blackbirds live longer in cities than in forests. But their telomeres, the repetitive stretches of DNA at the ends of the chromosomes, show that these city birds have a much poorer health status than their rural cousins.
Blind cavefish evolved insulin resistance to keep from starving :: Researchers trying to better understand and treat blood-sugar disorders such as type 2 diabetes can look for new clues in odd little fish that dwell in Mexican caves.
Blockbuster antitrust trial over AT&T, Time Warner merger begins :: The US government faces off in court Thursday against AT&T and Time Warner in the biggest antitrust case in decades over their bid to merge and create a powerful new television behemoth.
Blood biomarkers for melanoma therapy ::
Blood biomarkers for melanoma therapy ::
Blue holes bring forgotten chemical element back on stage :: About a third of all Swiss exports result from fundamental discoveries in synthetic chemistry. Certain drugs and perfumes, as well as food and agricultural products—and even Ferrari's famous red colour—are derived from new molecular structures invented by Swiss scientists. Chemists at the University of Geneva (UNIGE), Switzerland, have just discovered that chemical bonds based on antimony, a forgo
Blue holes bring forgotten chemical element back on stage :: About a third of all Swiss exports result from fundamental discoveries in synthetic chemistry. Certain drugs and perfumes, as well as food and agricultural products — and even Ferrari's famous red color — are derived from new molecular structures invented by Swiss scientists. Chemists at the University of Geneva, Switzerland, have just discovered that chemical bonds based on antimony yield power
Blue holes bring forgotten chemical element back on stage :: About a third of all Swiss exports result from fundamental discoveries in synthetic chemistry. Certain drugs and perfumes, as well as food and agricultural products — and even Ferrari's famous red color — are derived from new molecular structures invented by Swiss scientists. Chemists have just discovered that chemical bonds based on antimony yield powerful new catalysts that can be used to accu
Blå blok vil bygge Kattegat-broer uden tog: Bilisterne kan betale dem på 32 år :: 58 milliarder kroner vil det ifølge den første overslagsberegning fra Vejdirektoratet koste at bygge to broer på hhv. 19 og 20 km fra Røsnæs på Sjælland til Hov i Jylland samt ekstra motorveje over Samsø og til Kalundborg.
BMW sued in US over diesel emissions :: German luxury carmaker BMW has been sued in the United States over "defeat devices" installed in tens of thousands of vehicles in order to cheat diesel emissions tests, lawyers for the plaintiffs said Tuesday.
BMW sued in US over diesel emissions :: German luxury carmaker BMW has been sued in the United States over "defeat devices" installed in tens of thousands of vehicles in order to cheat diesel emissions tests, lawyers for the plaintiffs said Tuesday.
Boeing says effect from computer virus was limited :: Boeing Co. says it detected an attack using the wannacry computer virus but that the intrusion caused little damage or disruption.
Boeing says effect from computer virus was limited :: Boeing Co. says it detected an attack using the wannacry computer virus but that the intrusion caused little damage or disruption.
Boosting enzyme may help improve blood flow, fitness in elderly :: An enzyme called SIRT1 declines in the blood vessels with age and restoring it reverses the effects of vascular aging. After receiving a supplement called NMN, older mice showed increased capillary density, blood flow, mobility, and endurance.
Borrowing G.O.P. Playbook, Democratic States Sue the Government and Rack Up Wins :: Democratic attorneys general are suing the Trump administration, just as their Republican counterparts sued the Obama administration. Each side has scored victories.
Bovine genetics: The startling diversity of Buša cattle :: In a study of the genetic structure and population dynamics of a unique breed of cattle that is indigenous to Southeastern Europe, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitaet (LMU) in Munich researchers have discovered a remarkable degree of genetic variation.
Bovine genetics: The startling diversity of Buša cattle :: In a study of the genetic structure and population dynamics of a unique breed of cattle that is indigenous to Southeastern Europe, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitaet (LMU) in Munich researchers have discovered a remarkable degree of genetic variation.
Bovine genetics: The startling diversity of Buša cattle :: In a study of the genetic structure and population dynamics of a unique breed of cattle that is indigenous to Southeastern Europe, researchers have discovered a remarkable degree of genetic variation.
Bovine genetics: The startling diversity of Buša cattle :: In a study of the genetic structure and population dynamics of a unique breed of cattle that is indigenous to Southeastern Europe, researchers have discovered a remarkable degree of genetic variation.
BPA Exposure Alters Behavior and Brain Development in Mice: Study :: The effects occurred after rodents consumed the chemical in levels 10- or 20-fold below the recommended daily dose for humans.
Brain development disorders in children linked to common environmental toxin exposures :: Exposures of pregnant women and children to common thyroid-hormone-disrupting toxins may be linked to the increased incidence of brain development disorders, according to a review published in Endocrine Connections. The review describes how numerous, common chemicals can interfere with normal thyroid hormone actions, which are essential for normal brain development in fetuses and young children, a
Brain development disorders in children linked to common environmental toxin exposures :: Exposures of pregnant women and children to common thyroid-hormone-disrupting toxins may be linked to the increased incidence of brain development disorders, according to new research. The review describes how numerous, common chemicals can interfere with normal thyroid hormone actions, which are essential for normal brain development in fetuses and young children, and suggests a need for greater
Brain SPECT imaging predicts outcomes in depressed patients :: New research from the Amen Clinics shows that brain SPECT (single photon emission computed tomography) imaging, a study that measures blood flow and activity patterns, identifies who is likely to get better from depression and who is not. The study is published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease, because depression is a highly treatable risk for cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease.
Brain stethoscope – socalled – turns brain waves into sound :: New research shows that medical students and nurses—non-specialists, in other words—can listen to a new “brain stethoscope” and reliably detect so-called silent seizures—a neurological condition where patients have epileptic seizures without any of the associated physical convulsions. When a doctor or nurse suspects something is wrong with a patient’s heart, there’s a simple way to check: use a s
Brain stethoscope listens for silent seizures :: By converting brain waves into sound, even non-specialists can detect 'silent seizures' — epileptic seizures without the convulsions most of us expect.
Brain stethoscope listens for silent seizures :: By converting brain waves into sound, even non-specialists can detect 'silent seizures' — epileptic seizures without the convulsions most of us expect.
Brain waves of concertgoers sync up at shows :: During a live musical performance, audience members’ brain waves get in sync.
Brain waves of concertgoers sync up at shows :: During a live musical performance, audience members’ brain waves get in sync.
Brain-like computers moving closer to cracking codes :: Scientists have discovered a way to leverage emerging brain-like computer architectures for an age-old number-theoretic problem known as integer factorization.
Brain's tiniest blood vessels trigger spinal motor neurons to develop :: A new study has revealed that the human brain's tiniest blood vessels can activate genes known to trigger spinal motor neurons, prompting the neurons to grow during early development. The findings could provide insights into how amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and other neurodegenerative disorders may develop. To make the discovery, investigators successfully re-created living tissues of the b
Brain-wide tracing of single neurons reveals breadth of information transfer from visual cortex :: An international collaboration of neuroscientists have today published a paper in Nature demonstrating the breadth of neural communication in visual cortex using a combination of methods for tracing the projections of individual neurons across the brain.
Brain-wide tracing of single neurons reveals breadth of information transfer from visual cortex :: An international collaboration of neuroscientists have today published a paper in Nature demonstrating the breadth of neural communication in visual cortex using a combination of methods for tracing the projections of individual neurons across the brain.
Brain-wide tracing of single neurons reveals breadth of information transfer from visual cortex :: New research demonstrates neural communication in visual cortex using a combination of methods for tracing the projections of individual neurons across the brain.
Brain-wide tracing of single neurons reveals breadth of information transfer from visual cortex :: New research demonstrates neural communication in visual cortex using a combination of methods for tracing the projections of individual neurons across the brain.
Breaking up with Facebook? It's harder than it looks :: Facebook Data Cambridge AnalyticaFacebook's latest privacy scandal, involving Trump campaign consultants who allegedly stole data on tens of millions of users in order to influence elections, has some people reconsidering their relationship status with the social network.
Breakthrough antimalarial drug delivery system using mesoporous silica nanoparticles :: Drug delivery systems (DDSs) are important methods of delivering medicine to affected areas. An international collaborative research group based in Kumamoto University, Japan has successfully developed the world's first DDS for antimalarial drugs. The treatment has increased efficiency up to 240 times as much as when antimalarial medicine is taken orally.
Breakthrough antimalarial drug delivery system using mesoporous silica nanoparticles :: Drug delivery systems (DDSs) are important methods of delivering medicine to affected areas. An international collaborative research group has successfully developed the world's first DDS for antimalarial drugs. The treatment has increased efficiency up to 240 times as much as when antimalarial medicine is taken orally.
Breakthrough could aid development of bee-friendly pesticides :: Efforts to create pesticides that are not toxic to bees have been boosted by a scientific breakthrough.
Breakthrough could aid development of bee-friendly pesticides :: Efforts to create pesticides that are not toxic to bees have been boosted by a scientific breakthrough.
Breakthrough in photonic biosensors could lead to super-accurate diagnostic and detectors :: University Professor of Applied Physics Stephen Arnold and his team at the New York University Tandon School of Engineering have made a discovery that could lead to Star Trek-like biosensor devices capable of flagging the barest presence in blood of a specific virus or antibody, or protein marker for a specific cancer; or sniffing out airborne chemical warfare agents while they are still far below
Breakthrough in photonic biosensors could lead to super-accurate diagnostics and detectors :: Stephen Arnold and his team at NYU Tandon's MicroParticle PhotoPhysics Laboratory for BioPhotonics are the first to find a way to determine the density of charges on an area of a whisperinig gallery mode micro-bead's surface, as well as the charge of an ensnared nanoparticle or virus, which could allow researchers and manufacturers not just to identify nanoparticles, but to manipulate them.
Breakthrough treatment may cure 50% of all cases of blindness :: Half of all blindness in humans is due to macular degeneration. There looks to be a cure. Read More
Breast cancer: New mechanism discovered for dissemination of metastatic tumor cells :: Malignant tumor cells from a primary tumor have to pass into the bloodstream in order to form metastases in other organs. It is accepted in medical research that, in breast cancer for example, tumor cells first of all enter the vascular system and then colonize the sentinel lymph nodes closest to the primary tumor. From there they travel along the lymph channels via further secondary lymph nodes a
Breast cancers detected at smaller size in women with implants :: Breast augmentation with implants does not interfere with the ability to detect later breast cancers–in fact, cancers may be detected at a smaller size in breasts with implants, according to a study in the April issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).
Breast cancers detected at smaller size in women with implants :: Breast augmentation with implants does not interfere with the ability to detect later breast cancers–in fact, cancers may be detected at a smaller size in breasts with implants, according to a study in the April issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).
Bred politisk aftale afblæser vagtlægekrise :: Et enstemmigt Folketing har besluttet at fritage den enkelte vagtlæge fra det omstridte vagtlægegebyr. Regningen lander i stedet hos regionerne. Det skriver JydskeVestkysten.
Breeding plant broad-spectrum resistance without yield penalties [Plant Biology :: ]A central goal of crop improvement is to breed varieties with broad-spectrum resistance (BSR) to pathogens, but most of the major resistance (R) genes identified to date confer race-specific resistance to their adapted pathogens. Although these R genes are effective for a specific pathogen, their durability in the field is…
Brewing hoppy beer without the hops :: Hoppy beer is all the rage among craft brewers and beer lovers, and now UC Berkeley biologists have come up with a way to create these unique flavors and aromas without using hops.
Brewing hoppy beer without the hops :: Synthetic biology has created microbes that produce drugs, flavors, aromas and fuels. Now scientists have used the same tricks, with the help of CRISPR-Cas9, to get yeast to produce the flavor of hops. They added genes from mint and basil and used the yeast to brew a beer that tasters said had notes of 'fruit-loops' and 'orange blossom,' with no off flavors. The yeast helps brewers avoid expensive
Brewing hoppy beer without the hops :: Synthetic biology has created microbes that produce drugs, flavors, aromas and fuels. Now UC Berkeley scientists have used the same tricks, with the help of CRISPR-Cas9, to get yeast to produce the flavor of hops. They added genes from mint and basil and used the yeast to brew a beer that tasters said had notes of 'fruit-loops' and 'orange blossom,' with no off flavors. The yeast helps brewers avo
Brexit: Ministers suffer nuclear defeat in Lords :: Peers vote for the UK to remain in Euratom until a post-Brexit replacement deal is in place.
BRICHOS domain of Bri2 inhibits islet amyloid polypeptide (IAPP) fibril formation and toxicity in human beta cells [Cell Biology :: ]Aggregation of islet amyloid polypeptide (IAPP) into amyloid fibrils in islets of Langerhans is associated with type 2 diabetes, and formation of toxic IAPP species is believed to contribute to the loss of insulin-producing beta cells. The BRICHOS domain of integral membrane protein 2B (Bri2), a transmembrane protein expressed in…
Brief cardiac arrest? Tend to the heart, but don't neglect the brain :: Patients who survive a brief cardiac arrest and who appear neurologically intact should nonetheless receive a detailed neuropsychological assessment before being discharged, suggests a joint study by researchers at Baycrest's Rotman Research Institute (RRI) and Israel's Rambam Medical Center.
Brief cardiac arrest? Tend to the heart, but don't neglect the brain :: Patients who survive a brief cardiac arrest and who appear neurologically intact should nonetheless receive a detailed neuropsychological assessment before being discharged, suggests a new study.
Brief history of US debt limits before 1939 [Economic Sciences :: ]Between 1776 and 1920, the US Congress designed more than 200 distinct securities and stated the maximum amount of each that the Treasury could sell. Between 1917 and 1939, Congress gradually delegated all decisions about designing US debt instruments to the Treasury. In 1939, Congress began imposing a limit on…
Briefing notes: New papers to be released on burden of low back pain :: A new series of papers to be published in The Lancet highlights the extent to which low back pain is mistreated, often against best practice treatment guidelines.
Britain says Facebook must go further in data scandal :: Britain's culture minister said Thursday that Facebook chief Mark Zuckerberg's plan to fix problems at the world's biggest social media network did not go far enough.
British bases in Cyprus slash songbird poaching numbers :: The British military said Friday it has clamped down on poachers around its bases in Cyprus, leading to a big reduction in the number of migratory birds killed.
Broadcom shareholders approve plan to move back to US :: Broadcom said Friday that its shareholders overwhelmingly approved a plan to move the computer chipmaking giant back to the United States from Singapore.
Broader research perspective unveils more about changing life opportunities in urban fisheries :: As cities grow, the traditional lifestyle for small-scale fishing can be threatened, while at the same time cities create development opportunities. Using a wider analytical perspective, researchers can disclose a more diverse picture of development opportunities, threats, and conflicts for small scale fisheries than researches commonly do. This is shown a new dissertation from Gothenburg Universi
Broader research perspective unveils more about changing life opportunities in urban fisheries :: As cities grow, the traditional lifestyle for small-scale fishing can be threatened, while at the same time cities create development opportunities. Using a wider analytical perspective, researchers can disclose a more diverse picture of development opportunities, threats, and conflicts for small scale fisheries than researches commonly do. This is shown a new dissertation from Gothenburg Universi
BU study: Diagnosing Ebola before symptoms arrive :: Boston University researchers studied data from 12 monkeys exposed to Ebola virus, and discovered a common pattern of immune response among the ones that got sick. This response occurred four days before the onset of fever — the first observable symptom of infection. The work, published in the journal Science Translational Medicine, suggests a possible biomarker for early diagnosis of the disease
BU study: Diagnosing Ebola before symptoms arrive :: Boston University researchers studied data from 12 monkeys exposed to Ebola virus, and discovered a common pattern of immune response among the ones that got sick. This response occurred four days before the onset of fever — the first observable symptom of infection. The work, published in the journal Science Translational Medicine, suggests a possible biomarker for early diagnosis of the disease
BU: Children of centenarians feel stronger purpose in life :: A sense of meaning and direction in life is associated with living longer and experiencing less disease, disability, and cognitive impairment.Now, a new study co-authored by Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH) researchers has found that the children of centenarians, who tend to have similar healthy aging patterns and long lives like their parents, are also much more likely than the g
Building better early warning systems ::
Building the World's Most Powerful Telescope :: Assembling the world’s most powerful space telescope is a complicated process, and Chris Gunn has been there from nearly the beginning. Gunn, a NASA photographer, has spent almost a decade photographing the James Webb Space Telescope, the successor to the famed Hubble, capturing its transformation from a bare metal framework into a gleaming science observatory with 18 gold-plated mirrors. “For me
Bulgarians rush to save frozen storks :: What would you do if you came upon scores of distressed storks covered in ice lying in a snow-covered field? In Bulgaria, people have been taking them home.
Bursting your Twitter bubble actually makes you more extreme :: Republicans and Democrats had their social media bubbles popped. Rather than opening them up to new ideas, it strengthened what they already believed
Bursting your Twitter bubble actually makes you more extreme :: Republicans and Democrats had their social media bubbles popped. Rather than opening them up to new ideas, it strengthened what they already believed
Business this week ::
Business this week ::
Business this week ::
Busting the Myths of Meditation with Dan Harris :: Savvy Psychologist Dr. Ellen Hendriksen talks to award-winning journalist and news anchor Dan Harris to bust the myths that stop you from meditating — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Busting the Myths of Meditation with Dan Harris :: Savvy Psychologist Dr. Ellen Hendriksen talks to award-winning journalist and news anchor Dan Harris to bust the myths that stop you from meditating — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
By river, ocean, or wind, rocks round the same way :: River rocks tend to be rounded, as do grains of dune sand and beach glass. Geophysicist Douglas Jerolmack of the University of Pennsylvania led a team in showing that all of these types of particles acquire a curved shape in a similar manner. The finding may help scientists understand how floodplains are built and predict when ash or dust clouds are likely to form.
By river, ocean, or wind, rocks round the same way :: River rocks tend to be rounded, as do grains of dune sand and beach glass. Geophysicist Douglas Jerolmack of the University of Pennsylvania led a team in showing that all of these types of particles acquire a curved shape in a similar manner. The finding may help scientists understand how floodplains are built and predict when ash or dust clouds are likely to form.
By river, ocean, or wind, rocks round the same way :: River rocks tend to be rounded, as do grains of dune sand and beach glass. Geophysicist Douglas Jerolmack of the University of Pennsylvania led a team in showing that all of these types of particles acquire a curved shape in a similar manner. The finding may help scientists understand how floodplains are built and predict when ash or dust clouds are likely to form.
By river, ocean, or wind, rocks round the same way :: River rocks tend to be rounded, as do grains of dune sand and beach glass. Geophysicist Douglas Jerolmack of the University of Pennsylvania led a team in showing that all of these types of particles acquire a curved shape in a similar manner. The finding may help scientists understand how floodplains are built and predict when ash or dust clouds are likely to form.
By river, ocean, or wind, rocks round the same way :: The milky, smooth texture of beach glass evokes a history of turbulent transport, rough edges abraded away to produce curves. The same smooth features can be seen in river rocks and dune sands.
By river, ocean, or wind, rocks round the same way :: The milky, smooth texture of beach glass evokes a history of turbulent transport, rough edges abraded away to produce curves. The same smooth features can be seen in river rocks and dune sands.
Bystander T cells can steal the show in resolving inflammation :: a team led by La Jolla Institute for Allergy and Immunology (LJI) diabetes researcher Matthias von Herrath, M.D., reveals that bystander cell accumulation antagonizes rather than abets cell-killing by specific CTLs, curbing inflammation. This is noteworthy because that chief anti-inflammatory role has been traditionally ascribed to what are called regulatory T cells, or 'Tregs,' which dampen autoi
Bystander T cells can steal the show in resolving inflammation :: New research reveals that bystander cell accumulation antagonizes rather than abets cell-killing by specific CTLs, curbing inflammation. The finding is noteworthy because that chief anti-inflammatory role has been traditionally ascribed to what are called regulatory T cells, or 'Tregs,' which dampen autoimmune responses. The new study challenges this notion and suggests alternate mechanisms can al
Børns tarmbakterier afslører risiko for astma :: En umoden sammensætning af bakterier i tarmene hos børn født af mødre med astma øger børnenes risiko fr selv at udvikle astma. Det viser et nyt studie, hvis konklusioner peger på, at astma kan forebygges ved at påvirke bakterierne i tarmen hos små børn.
Calculating the impacts of natural events on wildlife :: A new method could help scientists understand how wildlife populations are affected by major natural events, such as hurricanes, severe winters, and tsunamis.
California's misguided attempt to force urban density :: Last week, Conor Dougherty and Brad Plumer filed an illuminating piece in the New York Times titled "A Bold, Divisive Plan to Wean Californians From Cars." According to these reporters, the policy is:
Calorie restriction may extend lifespan by changing your sleep :: Cutting the calories you eat by 15 per cent may make you live longer – and it could be because it makes your body shut down more deeply during sleep
Calorie restriction trial in humans suggests benefits for age-related disease :: One of the first studies to explore the effects of calorie restriction on humans showed that cutting caloric intake by 15 percent for two years slowed aging and metabolism and protected against age-related disease. The study, which will appear March 22 in the journal Cell Metabolism, found that calorie restriction decreased systemic oxidative stress, which has been tied to age-related neurological
Calorie restriction trial in humans suggests benefits for age-related disease :: One of the first studies to explore the effects of calorie restriction on humans showed that cutting caloric intake by 15 percent for two years slowed aging and metabolism and protected against age-related disease. The study found that calorie restriction decreased systemic oxidative stress, which has been tied to age-related neurological conditions such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases, as
CaloriSMART test system succeeds in magnetocaloric cooling :: Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy's Ames Laboratory have designed and built an advanced model system that successfully uses very small quantities of magnetocaloric materials to achieve refrigeration level cooling. The development marks an important step in creating new technologies to replace 100-year-old gas compression refrigeration with solid-state systems up to 30 percent more energ
CaloriSMART test system succeeds in magnetocaloric cooling :: Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy's Ames Laboratory have designed and built an advanced model system that successfully uses very small quantities of magnetocaloric materials to achieve refrigeration level cooling. The development marks an important step in creating new technologies to replace 100-year-old gas compression refrigeration with solid-state systems up to 30 percent more energ
Cambridge Analytica and Online Manipulation :: It's not just about data protection; it's about strategies designed to induce addictive behavior, and thus to manipulate — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Cambridge Analytica CEO Alexander Nix Suspended Amid Scandals :: Alexander Nix has been suspended until further notice and replaced by Cambridge's head of data, Alexander Tayler.
Cambridge Analytica har ledere fra hele verden som kunder :: Virksomheden, der er anklaget for ulovligt at bruge personlig data fra Facebook, har en bredt internationalt portfolio.
Cambridge Analytica nixes its CEO, Alexander Nix ::
Cambridge Analytica scandal—Facebook's user engagement and trust decline :: Facebook Data PrivacyFacebook has been hit with the biggest trauma in the company's 14-year history in the wake of the Cambridge Analytica scandal, but it's far from dead – as a public utility it is as relevant as ever.
Cambridge Analytica scandal—Facebook's user engagement and trust decline :: Facebook Data PrivacyFacebook has been hit with the biggest trauma in the company's 14-year history in the wake of the Cambridge Analytica scandal, but it's far from dead – as a public utility it is as relevant as ever.
Cambridge Analytica scandal—legitimate researchers using Facebook data could be collateral damage :: The scandal that has erupted around Cambridge Analytica's alleged harvesting of 50m Facebook profiles assembled from data provided by a UK-based academic and his company is a worrying development for legitimate researchers.
Cambridge Analytica underviste skeptiske, danske pr-folk :: Leder i det kontroversielle britiske analysefirma berettede om, hvordan brugerdata kombineret med psykologisk profilering på individniveau får folk til at svinge dankortet eller ændre politisk standpunkt.
Cambridge Analytica underviste skeptiske, danske pr-folk :: Leder i det kontroversielle britiske analysefirma berettede om, hvordan brugerdata kombineret med psykologisk profilering på individniveau får folk til at svinge dankortet eller ændre politisk standpunkt.
Cambridge Analytica whistleblower says company helped swing Brexit vote :: Former Cambridge Analytica employee Christopher Wylie made a series of surprising assertions about the data mining company to British lawmakers on March 27. Read More
Cambridge Analytica whistleblower says company helped swing Brexit vote :: Former Cambridge Analytica employee Christopher Wylie made a series of surprising assertions about the data mining company to British lawmakers on March 27. Read More
Cambridge Analytica: We designed Trump campaign strategy :: The chief executive of data mining firm Cambridge Analytica told a reporter posing as a potential client that his company played a big role in getting Donald Trump elected, a British news program revealed Tuesday.
Cambridge Analytica-chef suspenderet :: Direktør for analysefirma, der er under anklage for misbrug af Facebook, er suspenderet efter brud på interne regler.
Cambridge Analytica—the data analytics industry is already in full swing :: Revelations about Cambridge Analytica have laid bare the seeming lack of control that we have over our own data. Suddenly, with all the talk of "psychographics" and voter manipulation, the power of data analytics has become the source of some concern.
Can a city ever be truly carbon neutral? :: Upon becoming Greater Manchester's first elected mayor, Andy Burnham announced his ambition to make the city-region one of the greenest in Europe. In his Mayor's manifesto, the former MP and Labour leadership candidate, committed to "a new, accelerated ambition for Greater Manchester on the green economy and carbon neutrality". If achieved, Manchester would be transformed from one-time poster city
Can a Mediterranean diet pattern slow aging? :: A series of six articles appearing in the March issue of The Journals of Gerontology, Series A: Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences finds new correlations between a Mediterranean diet and healthy aging outcomes — while also underscoring the need for careful approaches to the use of data in order to measure the diet's potential benefits.
Can a Simple Test Match You With Your Perfect Dog? :: Chaz is a free spirit. Iris is a good girl looking for love. Dylan is a foodie who isn’t sure how he feels about kids. Luke likes long walks—really long walks. All of them are ready for a long-term relationship. In fact, they’d like to move in right away. All of them are dogs. Taking a cue from dating websites, a number of programs have begun using personality tests to pair pets with owners. For
Can a smartwatch detect irregular heartbeat? :: A smartwatch coupled with a machine learning algorithm was able to detect irregular heartbeat, or atrial fibrillation (AF), with high accuracy in a small group of patients undergoing treatment to restore normal heart rhythm but with lower accuracy in a larger group of people with a self-reported history of AF.
Can acupuncture help alleviate menopausal symptoms? :: An umbrella review from Duke Clinical Research Institute that was a comprehensive assessment of previous systematic reviews and randomized controlled trials has found that women who received acupuncture had less frequent and less severe vasomotor symptoms associated with menopause than women who did not have acupuncture.
Can AI solve the internet's fake news problem? A fact-checker investigates. :: Technology We're in our misinformation predicament partly because of algorithms. Can they also get us out of it? We're in our fake news predicament partly because of algorithms. Can they also get us out of it?
Can Anyone Unseat Mark Zuckerberg? :: On Wednesday, Mark Zuckerberg, the founder and chief executive of Facebook, gave his first public interviews since the Cambridge Analytica story broke. He spoke with outlets that form an outline, in a way, of the modern shape of American media. So there was The New York Times and CNN , of course; as well as Wired , the Bay Area’s cultural organ; and Recode , the tech industry’s paper of record. A
Can artificial intelligence be used to study gut microbes in patients? :: A new article proposes that artificial intelligence tools, such as machine learning algorithms, have the potential for building predictive models for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases linked to imbalances in gut microbial communities, or microbiota.
Can artificial intelligence be used to study gut microbes in patients? :: A new Journal of Internal Medicine article proposes that artificial intelligence tools, such as machine learning algorithms, have the potential for building predictive models for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases linked to imbalances in gut microbial communities, or microbiota.
Can Electrically Stimulating Your Brain Make You Too Happy? :: It is a good question, but I was a little surprised to see it as the title of a research paper in a medical journal: “How Happy Is Too Happy?” Yet there it was in a publication from 2012. The article was grappling with the issue of how we should deal with the possibility of manipulating people’s moods and feelings of happiness through brain stimulation. If you have direct access to the reward sys
Can Facebook be trusted with your personal info? Voter harvesting scheme shows perils for users :: Facebook Data Cambridge AnalyticaCan Facebook be trusted with your personal information?
Can Meditation Make Us Nicer? :: A new study raises questions about meditation’s moral and social benefits. — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Can the causal order between events change in quantum mechanics? :: Researchers at the University of Vienna and the Austrian Academy of Sciences develop a new theoretical framework to describe how causal structures in quantum mechanics transform. They analyse under which conditions quantum mechanics allows the causal structure of the world to become "fuzzy." In this case, a fixed order of events is not possible. The results are published in the renowned journal Ph
Can the causal order between events change in quantum mechanics? :: Researchers at the University of Vienna and the Austrian Academy of Sciences develop a new theoretical framework to describe how causal structures in quantum mechanics transform. They analyse under which conditions quantum mechanics allows the causal structure of the world to become "fuzzy." In this case, a fixed order of events is not possible. The results are published in the renowned journal Ph
Can the causal order between events change in quantum mechanics? :: Researchers at the University of Vienna and the Austrian Academy of Sciences develop a new theoretical framework to describe how causal structures in quantum mechanics transform. They analyze under which conditions quantum mechanics allows the causal structure of the world to become 'fuzzy.' In this case, a fixed order of events is not possible. The results are published in the renowned journal Ph
Can the causal order between events change in quantum mechanics? :: Researchers at the University of Vienna and the Austrian Academy of Sciences develop a new theoretical framework to describe how causal structures in quantum mechanics transform. They analyze under which conditions quantum mechanics allows the causal structure of the world to become 'fuzzy.' In this case, a fixed order of events is not possible. The results are published in the renowned journal Ph
Can the causal order between events change in quantum mechanics? :: Researchers have developed a new theoretical framework to describe how causal structures in quantum mechanics transform. They analyze under which conditions quantum mechanics allows the causal structure of the world to become 'fuzzy.' In this case, a fixed order of events is not possible.
Can the causal order between events change in quantum mechanics? :: Researchers have developed a new theoretical framework to describe how causal structures in quantum mechanics transform. They analyze under which conditions quantum mechanics allows the causal structure of the world to become 'fuzzy.' In this case, a fixed order of events is not possible.
Can You 'Speed Up' Your Metabolism? :: Metabolism refers to the calories the body uses at rest.
Can You Sue a Robocar? :: Uber Arizona VehiclesOn Sunday night, a self-driving car operated by Uber struck and killed a pedestrian, 49-year-old Elaine Herzberg, on North Mill Avenue in Tempe, Arizona. It appears to be the first time an automobile driven by a computer has killed a human being by force of impact. The car was traveling at 38 miles per hour. An initial investigation by Tempe police indicated that the pedestrian might have been at
Can Zuckerberg's media blitz take the pressure off Facebook? :: In the wake of a privacy scandal involving a Trump-connected data-mining firm, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg embarked on a rare media mini-blitz in an attempt to take some of the public and political pressure off the social network.
Canada’s Outdoor Rinks Are Melting. So Is a Way of Life. :: Canada loves its ice, and outdoor hockey is part of the nation's cultural identity. So what happens when winters get too warm for backyard rinks?
Cancer immunotherapy using checkpoint blockade :: The release of negative regulators of immune activation (immune checkpoints) that limit antitumor responses has resulted in unprecedented rates of long-lasting tumor responses in patients with a variety of cancers. This can be achieved by antibodies blocking the cytotoxic T lymphocyte–associated protein 4 (CTLA-4) or the programmed cell death 1 (PD-1) pathway, either alone or in combination. The
'Candy cane' polymer weave could power future functional fabrics and devices :: If scientists are ever going to deliver on the promise of implantable artificial organs or clothing that dries itself, they'll first need to solve the problem of inflexible batteries that run out of juice too quickly. They're getting closer, and today researchers report that they've developed a new material by weaving two polymers together in a way that vastly increases charge storage capacity.
'Candy cane' polymer weave could power future functional fabrics and devices :: If scientists are going to deliver on the promise of implantable artificial organs or clothing that dries itself, they'll first need to solve the problem of inflexible batteries that run out of juice too quickly. Today, researchers report that they've developed a new material by weaving two polymers together in a way that increases charge storage capacity. The researchers are presenting their resu
'Candy cane' polymer weave could power future functional fabrics and devices :: If scientists are going to deliver on the promise of implantable artificial organs or clothing that dries itself, they'll first need to solve the problem of inflexible batteries that run out of juice too quickly. Today, researchers report that they've developed a new material by weaving two polymers together in a way that increases charge storage capacity.
CAR T cell immunotherapy for human cancer :: Adoptive T cell transfer (ACT) is a new area of transfusion medicine involving the infusion of lymphocytes to mediate antitumor, antiviral, or anti-inflammatory effects. The field has rapidly advanced from a promising form of immuno-oncology in preclinical models to the recent commercial approvals of chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T cells to treat leukemia and lymphoma. This Review describes opp
Carbothermal shock synthesis of high-entropy-alloy nanoparticles :: The controllable incorporation of multiple immiscible elements into a single nanoparticle merits untold scientific and technological potential, yet remains a challenge using conventional synthetic techniques. We present a general route for alloying up to eight dissimilar elements into single-phase solid-solution nanoparticles, referred to as high-entropy-alloy nanoparticles (HEA-NPs), by thermall
Carbothermal shock synthesis of high-entropy-alloy nanoparticles :: The controllable incorporation of multiple immiscible elements into a single nanoparticle merits untold scientific and technological potential, yet remains a challenge using conventional synthetic techniques. We present a general route for alloying up to eight dissimilar elements into single-phase solid-solution nanoparticles, referred to as high-entropy-alloy nanoparticles (HEA-NPs), by thermall
Cardiovascular health disparities between whites and minorities narrow, study shows :: The nation's overall cardiovascular health worsened from 1988 to 2014, with disparities among racial and ethnic groups dropping slightly. But the reduction in disparities was due to worsening health among whites — not improvements among African-Americans and Mexican-Americans.
Care home admissions risk breaching human rights of older people :: Thousands of older people in low and middle-income countries are at risk of abuse and human rights violations when being admitted to care homes, according to new research led by the University of East Anglia (UEA).The study provides the first systematic analysis of admissions practices for residential long-term care facilities, assessing the extent to which older people are involved in admission d
Care providers' understanding of obesity treatment is limited :: Despite the high prevalence of obesity among US adults, provision of recommended treatments for obesity remains low.
Carving of Famed Pharaoh Hatshepsut Found in Storage :: A new carving of Hatshepsut has been discovered in storage.
Carving of Famed Pharaoh Hatshepsut Found in Storage :: A new carving of Hatshepsut has been discovered in storage.
Catching the right fish :: ETH researchers have developed a method to examine millions of potential self-produced drug candidates in one go.
Catching the right fish :: ETH researchers have developed a method to examine millions of potential self-produced drug candidates in one go.
CDC Now Has Authority To Research Gun Violence. What's Next? :: Mark Rosenberg oversaw gun violence research at the CDC until the Dickey amendment stopped that work. Now, with new language in the legislation Trump signed, he explains how that work can begin again.
Celebrating Sun-Earth Day: A Total Eclipse of the Mind :: The art and perception behind the 2017 Total Solar Eclipse — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Cell discovery could personalize treatment for glaucoma :: Researchers have taken a step closer to the goal of precision medicine for treating glaucoma and other neurodegenerative vision diseases. For the first time, scientists identified a wide variety of previously unknown cell subtypes in the human eye. The cells—called retinal ganglion cells, also known as RGCs—are the neurons that take visual information from the eye to the brain for processing and
Cell geometry regulates differentiation ::
Cellulose know-how could lead to better biofuel :: Researchers have identified the major steps in how plants create cellulose, and the tools their cells use to create it, including the proteins that transport critical components to the location where it’s made. “[Cellulose] makes up about 95 percent of paper and 90 percent of cotton, and its derivatives are even in the emulsifiers in ice cream…” A comprehensive look at how plants build cellulose,
Cellulose know-how could lead to better biofuel :: Researchers have identified the major steps in how plants create cellulose, and the tools their cells use to create it, including the proteins that transport critical components to the location where it’s made. “[Cellulose] makes up about 95 percent of paper and 90 percent of cotton, and its derivatives are even in the emulsifiers in ice cream…” A comprehensive look at how plants build cellulose,
CEO says Waymo dedicated to safe self-driving technology :: The leader of Google's self-driving car spinoff Waymo says he is confident in the company's technology and its capability to interact with pedestrians.
CERN experiment sees hints of rare kaon decay :: What if the odds of an event occurring were about one in 10 billion? This is the case for the decay of a positively charged particle known as a kaon into another positively charged particle called a pion and a neutrino-antineutrino pair. Yet, such a rare event, which has never been observed with certainty, is something that particle physicists really want to get their hands on.
CERN experiment sees hints of rare kaon decay :: What if the odds of an event occurring were about one in 10 billion? This is the case for the decay of a positively charged particle known as a kaon into another positively charged particle called a pion and a neutrino-antineutrino pair. Yet, such a rare event, which has never been observed with certainty, is something that particle physicists really want to get their hands on.
Certain diabetes drugs may be linked to increased risk of inflammatory bowel disease :: Use of certain diabetes drugs, known as dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors, is associated with an increased risk of inflammatory bowel disease, the digestive condition that causes stomach pain and bloating, finds a study published by The BMJ today.
Certain pain medications linked to increased heart risks :: Use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) was associated with an 18 percent increased risk of atrial fibrillation — an irregular, often rapid heart rate — in a study of middle-aged adults in Taiwan.
Certain species of trees retain stored water, limit root growth to survive three months without water :: Why do some tropical trees survive extensive droughts and others do not? Scientists took up this question in a three-month study of various tropical saplings. Their results suggest that species that avoid dehydration have traits that favor water storage, allowing them to retain a water reservoir during the drought. Further, the trees reduce their root surface area, suggesting a role for root absci
Chameleon-like elastomers with molecularly encoded strain-adaptive stiffening and coloration :: Active camouflage is widely recognized as a soft-tissue feature, and yet the ability to integrate adaptive coloration and tissuelike mechanical properties into synthetic materials remains elusive. We provide a solution to this problem by uniting these functions in moldable elastomers through the self-assembly of linear-bottlebrush-linear triblock copolymers. Microphase separation of the architect
Chameleon-like elastomers with molecularly encoded strain-adaptive stiffening and coloration :: Active camouflage is widely recognized as a soft-tissue feature, and yet the ability to integrate adaptive coloration and tissuelike mechanical properties into synthetic materials remains elusive. We provide a solution to this problem by uniting these functions in moldable elastomers through the self-assembly of linear-bottlebrush-linear triblock copolymers. Microphase separation of the architect
Change is key to frog survival ::
Change is key to frog survival ::
Chaos that will keep you warm: Researchers improve heat insulation using deliberate chaos :: Powder is extremely well-suited for thermal insulation when there is a jumble of different sized nanoparticles in it. This was discovered by a research group at the University of Bayreuth led by Prof. Dr. Markus Retsch. The scientists were able to determine how the thermal conductivity of powder is influenced by order and chaos in its constituent parts. They have published their findings in the jo
Characterization of a water world in a multi-exoplanetary system :: A team of astronomers from 11 countries, led by researchers at the Instituto de Astrofísica e Ciências do Espaço (IA), were able to determine the precise mass of two small exoplanets orbiting the variable star HD 106315.
Characterization of a water world in a multi-exoplanetary system :: A team of astronomers from 11 countries, led by researchers at the Instituto de Astrofísica e Ciências do Espaço (IA), were able to determine the precise mass of two small exoplanets orbiting the variable star HD 106315.
Chemical compound inhibits Ebola virus replication :: An organic chemical compound shows effective antiviral activity against Ebola virus and several other viruses, according to a new study.
Chemical compound inhibits Ebola virus replication :: An organic chemical compound shows effective antiviral activity against Ebola virus and several other viruses, according to a new study.
Chemical synthesis with artificial intelligence: Researchers develop new computer method :: In 1996, when a computer won a match against reigning world chess champion Garry Kasparov, it was nothing short of a sensation. After this breakthrough in the world of chess, the board game Go was long considered to be a bastion reserved for human players due to its complexity. But the world's best players cannot compete with the AlphaGo software. The recipe for the success of this computer progra
Chemical synthesis with artificial intelligence: Researchers develop new computer method :: The board game Go was long considered to be a bastion reserved for human players due to its complexity. Nowadays, however, the world's best players no longer have any chance of winning against the 'AlphaGo' software. Researchers at the University of Muenster have now demonstrated that the recipe for the success of this software can be put to excellent use to plan chemical syntheses. The study has
Chemical synthesis with artificial intelligence: Researchers develop new computer method :: The board game Go was long considered to be a bastion reserved for human players due to its complexity. Nowadays, however, the world's best players no longer have any chance of winning against the 'AlphaGo' software. Researchers at the University of Muenster have now demonstrated that the recipe for the success of this software can be put to excellent use to plan chemical syntheses. The study has
Chemical synthesis with artificial intelligence: Researchers develop new computer method :: The board game Go was long considered to be a bastion reserved for human players due to its complexity. Now, however, the world's best players no longer have any chance of winning against the 'AlphaGo' software. Researchers have now demonstrated that the recipe for the success of this software can be put to excellent use to plan chemical syntheses.
Chemical synthesis with artificial intelligence: Researchers develop new computer method :: The board game Go was long considered to be a bastion reserved for human players due to its complexity. Now, however, the world's best players no longer have any chance of winning against the 'AlphaGo' software. Researchers have now demonstrated that the recipe for the success of this software can be put to excellent use to plan chemical syntheses.
Chemists develop new method to identify proteins :: roteins are the worker bees of the cell, mainly ganging up to form macromolecular, multicomponent complexes to perform intricate cellular tasks.
Chevron Will Stick to IPCC Findings in Landmark Climate Change Trial :: Oil companies are not questioning climate science, even as they move to dismiss lawsuit — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Chicago’s Awful Divide :: CHICAGO—Americans hear a lot these days about the country’s urban-rural divide. Rural counties are poorer; urban ones richer. Rural areas are losing jobs; urban ones are gaining them. People with a college education are leaving rural areas. They’re moving to urban places. Behind this divergence lies a straightforward story: The twin forces of globalization and technological change are enriching a
Chicago’s Awful Divide :: CHICAGO—Americans hear a lot these days about the country’s urban-rural divide. Rural counties are poorer; urban ones richer. Rural areas are losing jobs; urban ones are gaining them. People with a college education are leaving rural areas. They’re moving to urban places. Behind this divergence lies a straightforward story: The twin forces of globalization and technological change are enriching a
Child sexual abuse in US costs up to $1.5 million per child death, study finds :: Child sexual abuse in the United States is costly, with an average lifetime cost of $1.1 million per death of female victims and $1.5 million per death of male victims, according to a new study.
Child sexual abuse in US costs up to $1.5 million per child death, study finds :: Child sexual abuse in the United States is costly, with an average lifetime cost of $1.1 million per death of female victims and $1.5 million per death of male victims, according to a new study.
Child sexual abuse in US costs up to $1.5 million per child death, study finds :: Child sexual abuse in the United States is costly, with an average lifetime cost of $1.1 million per death of female victims and $1.5 million per death of male victims, according to a new study.
Childhood friendships may have some health benefits in adulthood :: Time spent with friends in childhood is associated with physical health in adulthood, according to data from a multi-decade study of men. The findings show that boys who spent more time with friends as children tended to have lower blood pressure and lower BMI as men in their early 30s.
Childhood friendships may have some health benefits in adulthood :: Time spent with friends in childhood is associated with physical health in adulthood, according to data from a multi-decade study of men. The findings show that boys who spent more time with friends as children tended to have lower blood pressure and lower BMI as men in their early 30s.
Childhood measles linked to increased risk of later lung disease :: In a new Respirology study, having measles — a highly contagious respiratory infection — during early childhood was linked with an increased risk of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in middle age, but only in adults with asthma and a considerable history of smoking.
Children benefit when taught social and emotional skills—but some methods are better than others :: It is understood that childrens' emotions in school are connected to their learning and academic achievement. The evolution of concepts such as emotional intelligence explain why the ability to recognise, use, express and manage one's emotions makes a huge difference to success in later life. As the American author and philosopher Walker Percy said, "You can get all As and still flunk life."
Children born to mothers with low vitamin D levels may develop autism-like behaviors :: Low levels of vitamin D during pregnancy and breast feeding may be related to an unusual pattern of brain development that can lead to differences in social behaviour of children in later life, according to a study published in the Journal of Endocrinology. Rats with vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy and lactation produced offspring that displayed altered social behaviours in adulthood. These
Children drawing more women in science :: A US study shows that more children draw women scientists than they did in the 1960s and 1970s.
Children of centenarians feel stronger purpose in life :: A sense of meaning and direction in life is associated with living longer and experiencing less disease, disability, and cognitive impairment. Now, a new study has found that the children of centenarians, who tend to have similar healthy aging patterns and long lives like their parents, are also much more likely than the general population to have a strong sense of purpose.
Children with physical disabilities are at higher risk of poor mental health :: A new study from Lund University in Sweden shows that even children with limited physical disabilities are at risk of developing mental issues later in life. Girls and adolescents from socio-economically vulnerable families are at greatest risk. The study was published in the reputable journal PLOS ONE.
Chile and Its Scientists Protest Research on Tiny Mummy :: The Chilean government said it would start an inquiry into whether the remains of a tiny baby girl were illegally exhumed and smuggled out of the country.
Chile and Its Scientists Protest Research on Tiny Mummy :: The Chilean government said it would start an inquiry into whether the remains of a tiny baby girl were illegally exhumed and smuggled out of the country.
China says Earth-bound spacelab to offer 'splendid' show :: An out-of-control space laboratory that will plunge back to Earth in the coming days is unlikely to cause any damage, Chinese authorities say, but will offer instead a "splendid" show akin to a meteor shower.
China tightens rules on transferring tech know-how :: China has issued new guidelines on transferring intellectual property rights from Chinese firms or individuals to foreign investors, as global tensions rise over technology theft.
China to become top patent filer within three years: UN :: China is on its way to becoming the world leader in international patent filings, and should overtake the top spot from the United States within three years, the UN said Wednesday.
China to build 'world's fastest' wind tunnel :: China has announced it is building the world's fastest wind tunnel to develop a new generation of super-fast airplanes, but it could also be used for hypersonic missile technology.
China’s citizens do care about their data privacy, actually ::
China’s citizens do care about their data privacy, actually ::
China's 8.5-Ton Space Lab Expected to Fall to Earth Over Easter Weekend :: China’s Tiangong-1 space lab will likely fall to Earth between March 30 and April 2, according to the latest prediction by the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Space Debris Office in Darmstadt, Germany.
China's defunct space lab hurtling toward Earth for re-entry :: China's defunct and reportedly out-of-control Tiangong 1 space station is expected to re-enter Earth's atmosphere sometime this weekend. It poses only a slight risk to people and property on the ground, since most of the bus-size, 8.5-ton vehicle is expected to burn up on re-entry, although space agencies don't know exactly when or where that will happen.
China's defunct space lab hurtling toward Earth for re-entry :: China's defunct and reportedly out-of-control Tiangong 1 space station is expected to re-enter Earth's atmosphere sometime this weekend. It poses only a slight risk to people and property on the ground, since most of the bus-size, 8.5-ton vehicle is expected to burn up on re-entry, although space agencies don't know exactly when or where that will happen.
China's First Space Station Is Going to Fall Out of Space Very Soon :: A Chinese space station is going to fall out of space, and now trackers know when. Kind of.
China's Huawei sees profit rebound despite US setbacks :: Chinese telecom giant Huawei saw it profits rebound in 2017, helped by strong smartphone sales as it ramps up R&D spending despite suffering setbacks in its US ambitions.
China's new stealth fighter uses powerful materials with geometry not found in nature :: Eastern Arsenal Metamaterials can make the J-20 an extra stealthy electromagnetic force. China's new fighter, the J-20, uses a combination of stealth, sensors, and datalinks to compete with the most modern aircraft in the world. Now, state media claims that…
China's space lab set for fiery re-entry :: Experts say the defunct orbiting Tiangong-1 module should fall out of the sky this weekend.
China's Tencent to take stake in Ubisoft games maker :: Chinese internet giant Tencent has entered into a strategic partnership with Ubisoft that includes it taking a five percent stake, the French videogame publisher said Tuesday.
China's Tiangong-1 space station will crash to Earth this weekend :: The out-of-control spaceship will re-enter the atmosphere sometime between Saturday night and Sunday evening UK time It will all be over in a flash. At some point this weekend, a dazzling fireball will tear across the sky as China’s out-of-control space station tumbles back to Earth at 16,500mph and burns up in the atmosphere. The Tiangong-1, or “Heavenly Palace”, has been hopelessly adrift since
Chinese Space Station May Crash Like NASA's Skylab :: The uncontrolled fall to Earth of China's Tiangong-1 space lab may share some similarities with the end of the Skylab space station in 1979; some of Skylab's pieces rained down on rural Australia.
Chinese Space Station May Crash Like NASA's Skylab :: The uncontrolled fall to Earth of China's Tiangong-1 space lab may share some similarities with the end of the Skylab space station in 1979; some of Skylab's pieces rained down on rural Australia.
Chirality-controlled spontaneous twisting of crystals due to thermal topochemical reaction [Chemistry :: ]Crystals that show mechanical response against various stimuli are of great interest. These stimuli induce polymorphic transitions, isomerizations, or chemical reactions in the crystal and the strain generated between the daughter and parent domains is transcribed into mechanical response. We observed that the crystals of modified dipeptide LL (N3-l-Ala-l-Val-NHCH2C≡CH) undergo…
Chocolate unwrapped—what's inside your Easter treat? :: What happens when you X-ray a chocolate rabbit? How complex is the wafer and chocolate composite of a Kit Kat? And why does the inside of a Ferrero Rocher resemble moon rock?
Chocolate unwrapped—what's inside your Easter treat? :: What happens when you X-ray a chocolate rabbit? How complex is the wafer and chocolate composite of a Kit Kat? And why does the inside of a Ferrero Rocher resemble moon rock?
Chronic fatigue syndrome possibly explained by lower levels of key thyroid hormones :: A new study reveals that chronic fatigue syndrome, a debilitating condition with unknown causes, can be explained by lower thyroid levels — but may be distinct from thyroidal disease. This can be seen as a first step to finding a treatment for a common illness for which diagnosis is hard to come by.
Chronic fatigue syndrome possibly explained by lower levels of key thyroid hormones :: A new study reveals that chronic fatigue syndrome, a debilitating condition with unknown causes, can be explained by lower thyroid levels — but may be distinct from thyroidal disease. This can be seen as a first step to finding a treatment for a common illness for which diagnosis is hard to come by.
Chronic opioids linked to increased complications after spinal fusion surgery :: Patients who have been taking opioid pain relievers for several months before spinal fusion surgery are at increased risk of complications after their surgery, reports a study in the journal Spine, published by Wolters Kluwer.
Chronic opioids linked to increased complications after spinal fusion surgery :: Patients who have been taking opioid pain relievers for several months before spinal fusion surgery are at increased risk of complications after their surgery, reports a new study.
Church of England ushers in contactless donations :: The Church of England rolled out contactless payment terminals in its churches and cathedrals on Tuesday, bringing the way it collects donations into the digital age.
City-dwelling blackbirds have poorer measures of health :: Blackbirds live longer in cities than in forests. But their telomeres, repetitive stretches of DNA at the ends of the chromosomes, show that these city birds have a much poorer health status than their rural cousins. These findings from a study in five European cities led by University of Groningen biologists were published in Biology Letters on 21 March.
Citywide cluster randomized trial to restore blighted vacant land and its effects on violence, crime, and fear [Sustainability Science :: ]Vacant and blighted urban land is a widespread and potentially risky environmental condition encountered by millions of people on a daily basis. About 15% of the land in US cities is deemed vacant or abandoned, an area roughly the size of Switzerland. In a citywide cluster randomized controlled trial, we…
Classroom Skeleton: Whose Bones Are These? :: Remember that skeleton hanging in the front of your classroom? In some schools, those were actual human remains. We used science to figure out the story behind one of them. (Image credit: Skunk Bear/Skunk Bear)
Climate Change Is Becoming a Top Threat to Biodiversity :: Warming rivals habitat loss and land degradation as a threat to global wildlife — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Climate Change Is Becoming a Top Threat to Biodiversity :: Warming rivals habitat loss and land degradation as a threat to global wildlife — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Climate change will cause huge internal migration around the world ::
Climate Change Will Not Make Us Nicer :: A recent study found that people who grow up in places with mild weather are more agreeable and outgoing. What does that mean in a world of climate extremes?
Climate migrants will soon shift populations of many countries, says World Bank :: A new World Bank report projects that tens to hundreds of millions of people fleeing the gradual effects of climate change will shift centers of population within many countries in Latin America, South Asia and sub-Saharan Africa. If emissions of greenhouse gases remain high, as many as 143 million "internal migrants" might move within their own countries, comprising as much as 3.5 percent of the
Climate science on trial as high-profile US case takes on fossil fuel industry :: Courtroom showdown in San Francisco pitted liberal cities against oil corporations, and saw judge host unusual climate ‘tutorial’ The science of climate change was on trial on Wednesday when leading experts testified about the threats of global warming in a US court while a fossil fuel industry lawyer fighting a high-profile lawsuit sought to deflect blame for rising sea levels. The hearing was p
Closing the 69 million teacher gap needs to be top priority for world's education leaders :: Addressing the global teacher gap of 69 million should be the number one priority for education policymakers the world over, a new international study has warned.
Closing the 69 million teacher gap needs to be top priority for world's education leaders :: Addressing the global teacher gap of 69 million should be the number one priority for education policymakers the world over, a new international study has warned.
Cloud firm Dropbox surges in Wall Street debut (Update) :: Dropbox IPO CompanyDropbox shares surged Friday as the cloud data storage firm made its Wall street debut following a public offering raising some $750 million.
CNIC scientists identify a promising target for the treatment of heart failure :: The mitochondrial protease OMA1 is activated when the heart is stressed. Inhibition of OMA1 protects cardiomyocytes, preventing their death and the deterioration in heart function characteristic of heart failure, one of the main causes of death in the world. The study is published today in Science Translational Medicine and was conducted by researchers at the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Car
CNIC scientists identify a promising target for the treatment of heart failure :: The mitochondrial protease OMA1 is activated when the heart is stressed. Inhibition of OMA1 protects cardiomyocytes, preventing their death and the deterioration in heart function characteristic of heart failure, one of the main causes of death in the world. The study is published today in Science Translational Medicine and was conducted by researchers at the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Car
Cockroaches' DNA reveals why they thrive in filthy places :: By identifying which genes are key to the bugs’ survival, scientists hope to find ways to better control them The secrets of the cockroach’s ability to thrive in some of the most disgusting places on Earth have been discovered in its DNA. The American cockroach spread around the world after it was introduced to the US from Africa in the early 16th century. Its population exploded as the insects m
Cognitive dysfunctions predict course of depression after first-episode. New research suggests patients suffering from depression should also receive cognitive testing :: submitted by /u/thedabarry [link] [comments]
Cold can activate body's 'good' fat at a cellular level, study finds :: Lower temperatures can activate the body's 'good' fat formation at a cellular level, a new study has found.
Cold can activate body's 'good' fat at a cellular level, study finds :: Lower temperatures can activate the body's 'good' fat formation at a cellular level, a new study led by academics at The University of Nottingham has found.
Collapsing Bubbles May Make Knuckle Cracks Noisy :: A new mathematical model suggests the 'popping' sound comes from partial bursts of gas sacs in joint fluid.
Collapsing Bubbles May Make Knuckle Cracks Noisy :: A new mathematical model suggests the 'popping' sound comes from partial bursts of gas sacs in joint fluid.
Colon signaling pathway key to inflammatory bowel disease :: Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) develops because of an uncontrolled immune response in the colon. Japanese research led by Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU) showed that a signaling pathway underlies the differentiation of white blood cells into a population capable of inducing inflammation. This signaling pathway also enhanced the expression of genes encoding inflammatory mediators, open
Combining cutting-edge materials for more efficient, sensitive gaseous sensors :: The human nose can distinguish among a trillion different combinations of smells. Even so, there are plenty of gases that our noses can't detect at the level of sensitivity we need. That's where gaseous sensors come in. While some of the first sensors were animals – like canaries in coal mines – we've since replaced them with technologies that can detect miniscule amounts of chemicals in the air.
Combining power of humans, computers key to watershed solutions :: An Oregon State University researcher is leading the charge for crowdsourced solutions to complex water management problems.
Come hither… how imitating mating males could cut cane toad numbers :: Cane toads are a real Aussie success story – for themselves, at least. But research has produced a new kind of trap that may help stop their insidious march south.
Comet provides rare chance to study solar system's origins :: More samples of comets are urgently required to better understand the early history of the solar system, say researchers analyzing comet dust brought back to Earth by NASA's Stardust mission in 2006.
Coming down in flames: Fiery endings for spacecraft :: China's defunct Tiangong-1 space lab is expected to make a fiery re-entry into the earth's atmosphere in the coming days and disintegrate in what Chinese authorities promise will be a "splendid" show.
Comment on "Enhanced water permeability and tunable ion selectivity in subnanometer carbon nanotube porins" :: Tunuguntla et al . (Reports, 25 August 2017, p. 792) report that permeation of single-file water occurs faster through carbon nanotubes than through aquaporins. We show that this conclusion violates fundamental thermodynamic laws: Because of its much lower activation energy, aquaporin-mediated water transport must be orders of magnitude faster. Leakage at the nanotube-membrane interface may expla
Comment on "Enhanced water permeability and tunable ion selectivity in subnanometer carbon nanotube porins" :: Tunuguntla et al . (Reports, 25 August 2017, p. 792) report that permeation of single-file water occurs faster through carbon nanotubes than through aquaporins. We show that this conclusion violates fundamental thermodynamic laws: Because of its much lower activation energy, aquaporin-mediated water transport must be orders of magnitude faster. Leakage at the nanotube-membrane interface may expla
Commonwealth Games abandons data mining after Facebook scandal :: Facebook Data Cambridge AnalyticaA plan to mine data from Commonwealth Games visitors who use free and fast wifi in Australia was abandoned Thursday as a privacy scandal swirls around social media giant Facebook.
Communicating the nutritional value of sugar in Drosophila [Neuroscience :: ]Sweet-insensitive Drosophila mutants are unable to readily identify sugar. In presence of wild-type (WT) flies, however, these mutant flies demonstrated a marked increase in their preference for nutritive sugar. Real-time recordings of starved WT flies revealed that these flies discharge a drop from their gut end after consuming nutritive sugars,…
Communication via calcium wave :: Based on what we know today, the plant hormone auxin influences all aspects of plant growth and development. It makes corn thrive from germination to harvest, causes trees to grow skyward and date palms to produce sweet fruits. This makes auxin a significant driver of plant biomass creation on our planet. This is already suggested by its name which derives from Greek auxánō, meaning "I grow".
Communication via calcium wave :: Based on what we know today, the plant hormone auxin influences all aspects of plant growth and development. It makes corn thrive from germination to harvest, causes trees to grow skyward and date palms to produce sweet fruits. This makes auxin a significant driver of plant biomass creation on our planet. This is already suggested by its name which derives from Greek auxánō, meaning "I grow".
Communication via calcium wave :: The hormone auxin is a key regulator of plant growth and development. But how it sets these processes in motion has been unclear. Scientists from the University of Würzburg have now uncovered central details.
Communication via calcium wave :: The hormone auxin is a key regulator of plant growth and development. But how it sets these processes in motion has been unclear. Scientists from the University of Würzburg have now uncovered central details.
Complex Animals Led to More Oxygen, Says Maverick Theory :: Approximately 540 million years ago, life rapidly diversified in an evolutionary burst — a biological “Big Bang” that witnessed the emergence of nearly every modern animal group. Scientists have long sought to determine what caused the Cambrian explosion, and to explain why animal life didn’t take this step at any point about a billion years earlier. The most popular narrative puts oxygen front a
Compound to prevent breast cancer cells from activating in brain :: Researchers have used computer modeling to find an existing investigational drug compound for leukemia patients to treat triple negative breast cancer once it spreads to the brain.
Computer searches telescope data for evidence of distant planets :: As part of an effort to identify distant planets hospitable to life, NASA has established a crowdsourcing project in which volunteers search telescopic images for evidence of debris disks around stars, which are good indicators of exoplanets.
Computer searches telescope data for evidence of distant planets :: MIT researchers have used physics principles to improve the performance of a machine-learning system, trained on data from a NASA crowdsourcing project, that searches astronomical data for evidence of debris disks around stars, which can indicate the presence of an exoplanet.
Conformational transitions of the sodium-dependent sugar transporter, vSGLT [Biophysics and Computational Biology :: ]Sodium-dependent transporters couple the flow of Na+ ions down their electrochemical potential gradient to the uphill transport of various ligands. Many of these transporters share a common core structure composed of a five-helix inverted repeat and deliver their cargo utilizing an alternating-access mechanism. A detailed characterization of inward-facing conformations of…
Congress gives science a record funding boost ::
Congress gives science a record funding boost ::
Congress Ignores Trump's Priorities for Science Funding :: Updated on March 23 at 2:31 p.m. ET When President Donald Trump was sworn into office, much of the science community braced for the worst . Trump had long shown a stubborn disregard for any scientific knowledge that differed from his beliefs. Many scientists wondered what havoc the new president, empowered by a Congress controlled by Republicans, might wreak on the policies that affected their wo
Congress Says Biomass Is Carbon-Neutral, but Scientists Disagree :: Using wood as fuel source could actually increase CO2 emissions — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Congressional appropriations bill has a surprise for NASA: More than it asked for :: Good news for space exploration? Read More
Congress's 'Baby Steps' on Guns :: On Saturday, hundreds of thousands of people are expected to march on Washington, D.C., and other major American cities to demand legislative action to combat gun violence and mass shootings. By the time they do, Congress will have acted, but just barely: Lawmakers are about to take their first, small steps toward tightening enforcement of the nation’s gun laws and bolstering security at schools.
Connection between drug, alcohol use and infant abdominal malformation :: Alcohol use early in the pregnancy by the mother may be a risk factor for a condition in which an infant's intestines develop outside the abdomen, according to a study.
Conservation costs can be higher than bargained for :: Sweeping policies that reward people in environmentally sensitive areas for returning their farmlands to nature have been lauded as ecological triumphs. But a new Michigan State University study shows that over time some participants may become conservation martyrs=
Conservation costs can be higher than bargained for :: Sweeping policies that reward people in environmentally sensitive areas for returning their farmlands to nature have been lauded as ecological triumphs. But a new Michigan State University study shows that over time some participants may become conservation martyrs.
Conservation costs can be higher than bargained for :: Sweeping policies that reward people in environmentally sensitive areas for returning their farmlands to nature have been lauded as ecological triumphs. But a new study shows that over time some participants may become conservation martyrs.
Conserved in situ arrangement of complex I and III2 in mitochondrial respiratory chain supercomplexes of mammals, yeast, and plants [Biochemistry :: ]We used electron cryo-tomography and subtomogram averaging to investigate the structure of complex I and its supramolecular assemblies in the inner mitochondrial membrane of mammals, fungi, and plants. Tomographic volumes containing complex I were averaged at ∼4 nm resolution. Principal component analysis indicated that ∼60% of complex I formed a…
Conserved mechanism of cell-wall synthase regulation revealed by the identification of a new PBP activator in Pseudomonas aeruginosa [Microbiology :: ]Penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) are synthases required to build the essential peptidoglycan (PG) cell wall surrounding most bacterial cells. The mechanisms regulating the activity of these enzymes to control PG synthesis remain surprisingly poorly defined given their status as key antibiotic targets. Several years ago, the outer-membrane lipoprotein EcLpoB was identified…
Consider the Cockroach :: Consider the Cockroach Chinese researchers solve the complete DNA sequence of the pernicious pest, revealing some of its evolutionary secrets. Cockroach_topNteaser.jpg Image credits: Sheng Li Creature Thursday, March 22, 2018 – 14:15 Jason Socrates Bardi, Editor (Inside Science) — On the fringes of urban life, some creatures thrive more than others. The brown rat, the coyote, the Canada goose, t
Consumers need critical thinking to fend off banks' bad behaviour :: The irresponsible (if not predatory) lending and the selling of "junk" financial products highlighted by the Financial Services Royal Commission should raise concerns for regulators, educators and parents interested in financial literacy.
Consuming a large meal temporarily costs dominant animals their leadership position :: New research, led by the University of Glasgow and published today in Current Biology, found that fish who consumed a large meal had to move to the back of their swimming social group due to reduced aerobic capabilities cause by food digestion.
Continuously killing bacteria on coated stainless steel — add bleach to recharge :: Stainless steel is the gold standard for kitchen appliances and cookware, but bacteria can grow on these surfaces, contaminating food. Current coatings available on the market are pricey and potentially harmful, so scientists have now developed an affordable specialized polymer coating for such surfaces that they can recharge with bleach treatments. The researchers are presenting their results tod
Continuously killing bacteria on coated stainless steel — add bleach to recharge :: Stainless steel is the gold standard for kitchen appliances and cookware, but bacteria can grow on these surfaces, contaminating food. Current coatings available on the market are pricey and potentially harmful, so scientists have now developed an affordable specialized polymer coating for such surfaces that they can recharge with bleach treatments.
Continuously killing bacteria on coated stainless steel—add bleach to recharge :: Stainless steel is the gold standard for kitchen appliances and cookware, described as modern and sleek. But bacteria can grow on stainless steel surfaces, contaminating food. Current coatings available on the market are pricey and potentially harmful, so scientists have now developed an affordable specialized polymer coating for such surfaces that they can recharge with bleach treatments.
Controlling rust makes beautiful ‘nanoflowers’ for storage :: Researchers have developed a straightforward way to make a type of conducting polymers with high surface area—called “nanoflowers”—potentially useful for energy transfer and storage. If you could brush your cheek against a nanoflower’s microscopic petals, you’d find them cool, hard, and… rusty. Common rust forms the inner skeleton of these lovely and intricate nanostructures, while their outer la
Controlling rust makes beautiful ‘nanoflowers’ for storage :: Researchers have developed a straightforward way to make a type of conducting polymers with high surface area—called “nanoflowers”—potentially useful for energy transfer and storage. If you could brush your cheek against a nanoflower’s microscopic petals, you’d find them cool, hard, and… rusty. Common rust forms the inner skeleton of these lovely and intricate nanostructures, while their outer la
Convergence of marine megafauna movement patterns in coastal and open oceans [Ecology :: ]The extent of increasing anthropogenic impacts on large marine vertebrates partly depends on the animals’ movement patterns. Effective conservation requires identification of the key drivers of movement including intrinsic properties and extrinsic constraints associated with the dynamic nature of the environments the animals inhabit. However, the relative importance of intrinsic…
Correction for Kudalkar et al., From in silico hit to long-acting late-stage preclinical candidate to combat HIV-1 infection [Correction :: ]PHARMACOLOGY Correction for “From in silico hit to long-acting late-stage preclinical candidate to combat HIV-1 infection,” by Shalley N. Kudalkar, Jagadish Beloor, Elias Quijano, Krasimir A. Spasov, Won-Gil Lee, José A. Cisneros, W. Mark Saltzman, Priti Kumar, William L. Jorgensen, and Karen S. Anderson, which was first published December 26,…
Correction for Lange et al., A mitochondrial ferredoxin is essential for biogenesis of cellular iron-sulfur proteins [Correction :: ]BIOCHEMISTRY Correction for “A mitochondrial ferredoxin is essential for biogenesis of cellular iron-sulfur proteins,” by Heike Lange, Anita Kaut, Gyula Kispal, and Roland Lill, which was first published February 1, 2000; 10.1073/pnas.97.3.1050 (Proc Natl Acad Sci USA 97:1050–1055). The authors wish to note the following: “Recently when we reanalyzed Fig….
COSMIC impact: Next-gen X-ray microscopy platform now operational :: A next-generation X-ray beamline now operating at the Department of Energy's Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) brings together a unique set of capabilities to measure the properties of materials at the nanoscale.
COSMIC impact: Next-gen X-ray microscopy platform now operational :: COSMIC, a next-generation X-ray beamline now operating at Berkeley Lab, brings together a unique set of capabilities to measure the properties of materials at the nanoscale. It allows scientists to probe working batteries and other active chemical reactions, and to reveal new details about magnetism and correlated electronic materials.
Cosmologists create record-breaking simulation of galaxy formation :: By understanding the stars and their origins, we learn more about where we come from. However, the vastness of the galaxy—let alone the entire universe—means experiments to understand its origins are expensive, difficult and time consuming. In fact, experiments are impossible for studying certain aspects of astrophysics, meaning that in order to gain greater insight into how galaxies formed, resea
Cot death could partly be down to genetic mutation, say researchers :: Rare mutation associated with breathing muscles is key to sudden infant death syndrome, says study in Lancet Scientists have uncovered a new and potentially important genetic mutation implicated in cot deaths, which they say could take research for ways to prevent such tragedies in a new direction. The rare genetic mutation is associated with the breathing muscles. “Previously the whole focus of
Cot death could partly be down to genetic mutation, say researchers :: Rare mutation associated with breathing muscles is key to sudden infant death syndrome, says study in Lancet Scientists have uncovered a new and potentially important genetic mutation implicated in cot deaths, which they say could take research for ways to prevent such tragedies in a new direction. The rare genetic mutation is associated with the breathing muscles. “Previously the whole focus of
Could Cutting Calories Slow Down Aging? :: Cutting calories may reduce the risk of age-related diseases, and maybe even help you live longer, a new small study suggests.
Could drugs used after an organ transplant protect against Alzheimer's? :: A new study in mice provides new clues about how a class of anti-rejection drugs used after organ transplants may also slow the progression of early-stage Alzheimer's disease.
Could drugs used after an organ transplant protect against Alzheimer's? :: A UT Southwestern study in mice provides new clues about how a class of anti-rejection drugs used after organ transplants may also slow the progression of early-stage Alzheimer's disease.
Could heat ‘brain switch’ lead to Alzheimer’s treatment? :: A newly discovered class of proteins that heat actives can be useful tools for regulating the activity of individual neurons in the brain through changes in temperature, according to a new paper. These tools will advance fundamental brain research and potentially lead to “deep brain stimulation” treatments used for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s patients. “Thermogenetic tools, which utilize heat to
Court Dismisses Exxon’s Effort to Block Climate Investigation :: A federal judge in New York called a lawsuit brought by Exxon Mobil against state attorneys general in New York and Massachusetts “implausible.”
Cracked it! Experts find answer to the knuckle-popping puzzle (Update) :: It has puzzled scientists for over 100 years but now they appear to have cracked it: what, exactly, is it that causes that wince-inducing sound when you pop your knuckles?
Cracked it! Experts find answer to the knuckle-popping puzzle (Update) :: It has puzzled scientists for over 100 years but now they appear to have cracked it: what, exactly, is it that causes that wince-inducing sound when you pop your knuckles?
Craft beer may get cheaper thanks to GM yeast with hoppy flavour :: A genetically engineered yeast makes beer that tastes of hops, without using any hops – and it could make beer cheaper and more environmentally friendly
Craigslist ends personal ads after US sex trafficking bill passes :: Craigslist Section ServiceCraigslist said Friday it shut down its personal ads section as concerns grew over unintended consequences of a law approved by Congress which could hold websites liable for promoting sex trafficking.
Craigslist Shuts Personal Ads for Fear of New Internet Law :: The online classified site, and others, say they fear increased liability for content posted by others under law intended to curb sex trafficking.
Crashing Chinese Space Station Will Go Down Shooting — Fireballs :: Scientists expect that as the station burns up, it will generate huge fireballs visible from the ground.
Crashing Chinese Space Station Will Go Down Shooting — Fireballs :: Scientists expect that as the station burns up, it will generate huge fireballs visible from the ground.
Creator of 'Grand Unified Theory of Mathematics' Wins Prestigious Math Prize :: Robert Langlands, a professor at the Institute for Advanced Studies at Princeton University, won one of mathematics' most prestigious prizes for a lifetime for groundbreaking work.
Cretaceous croc had steamy past :: The death, decay and burial of an ancient extinct crocodilian from outback Queensland has revealed more about Cretaceous Period landscapes in Australia.
Cretaceous croc had steamy past :: The death, decay and burial of an ancient extinct crocodilian from outback Queensland has revealed more about Cretaceous Period landscapes in Australia.
Crisis experts say Facebook has mishandled the data scandal (Update) :: Facebook Mark ZuckerbergThe crisis-management playbook is pretty simple: Get ahead of the story, update authorities and the public regularly, accept responsibility and take decisive action. Crisis-management experts say that until Wednesday, Facebook was 0-for-4.
CRISPR immune system lets silkworms defeat viral infections :: The CRISPR immune system from bacteria has been engineered into silkworms, allowing them to fight off a virus that plagues the silk industry
CRISPR plants won’t be regulated ::
CRISPR plants won’t be regulated ::
Crispr’d Food, Coming Soon to a Supermarket Near You :: This week the USDA announced it has no plans to regulate gene-editing technologies like Crispr, opening the door to a boom in designer foods.
Cryptocurrency boom breathes life into Alpine village :: Up until a century ago, the southern Swiss village of Gondo was famous for gold mining, but the industry closed and Gondo fell on harder times.
Cryptocurrency boom breathes life into Alpine village :: Up until a century ago, the southern Swiss village of Gondo was famous for gold mining, but the industry closed and Gondo fell on harder times.
Crystal structure of bacterial succinate:quinone oxidoreductase flavoprotein SdhA in complex with its assembly factor SdhE [Biophysics and Computational Biology :: ]Succinate:quinone oxidoreductase (SQR) functions in energy metabolism, coupling the tricarboxylic acid cycle and electron transport chain in bacteria and mitochondria. The biogenesis of flavinylated SdhA, the catalytic subunit of SQR, is assisted by a highly conserved assembly factor termed SdhE in bacteria via an unknown mechanism. By using X-ray crystallography,…
Curiosity rover: 2,000 days on Mars :: The Nasa robot this week celebrates 2,000 martian days investigating the surface of the Red Planet.
Custom sequences for polymers using visible light :: Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University used a light-sensitive iridium-palladium catalyst to make "sequential" polymers, using visible light to change how building blocks are combined into polymer chains. By simply switching the light on or off, they were able to realize different compositions along the polymer chain, allowing precise control over physical properties and material function.
Custom sequences for polymers using visible light :: Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University used a light-sensitive iridium-palladium catalyst to make 'sequential' polymers, using visible light to change how different building blocks are combined into polymer chains. By simply switching the light on or off, they were able to realize different compositions along the polymer chain, allowing precision control over physical properties and materia
Custom sequences for polymers using visible light :: Researchers have used a light-sensitive iridium-palladium catalyst to make 'sequential' polymers, using visible light to change how different building blocks are combined into polymer chains. By simply switching the light on or off, they were able to realize different compositions along the polymer chain, allowing precision control over physical properties and material function. This may drastical
Cutting greenhouse gas emissions would help spare cities worldwide from rising seas :: Coastal cities worldwide would face a reduced threat from sea level rise if society reduced greenhouse gas emissions, with especially significant benefits for New York and other U.S. East Coast cities, new research indicates.
Cutting greenhouse gas emissions would help spare cities worldwide from rising seas :: Coastal cities worldwide would face a reduced threat from sea level rise if society reduced greenhouse gas emissions, with especially significant benefits for New York and other US East Coast cities, new research indicates.
Cutting greenhouse gas emissions would help spare cities worldwide from rising seas :: Coastal cities worldwide would face a reduced threat from sea level rise if society reduced greenhouse gas emissions, with especially significant benefits for New York and other US East Coast cities, new research indicates.
Cybersecurity experts say device makers have 'duty to keep users safe' from hacking :: Well-connected smart devices at home and in healthcare are currently vulnerable to hacking, warn two new reports.
Czechs extradite alleged Russian hacker to US :: The Czech Republic extradited a Russian man to the U.S. to face charges of hacking computers at LinkedIn, Dropbox and other American companies, an official said Friday.
Daimler, BMW to merge car-sharing, other digital services (Update) :: Automakers Daimler and BMW have agreed to merge their transportation services businesses so they can expand offerings in ride-hailing apps, car-sharing, parking, and charging electric cars.
Daimler, BMW to merge car-sharing, other digital services (Update) :: Automakers Daimler and BMW have agreed to merge their transportation services businesses so they can expand offerings in ride-hailing apps, car-sharing, parking, and charging electric cars.
Danger ahead? :: A major shift in western Arctic wind patterns occurred throughout the winter of 2017 and the resulting changes in sea ice movement are possible indicators of a changing climate, says Kent Moore, a professor of physics at the University of Toronto Mississauga.
Danmark er europamester i ambulant behandling :: Danmark ligger i toppen i forhold til resten af Europa, når det gælder ambulant behandling. Det viser nye tal udarbejdet af OECD.
Dansk firma finder to nye sårbarheder i IBM Notes :: I dag offentliggør det danske sikkerhedsfirma Improsec to nye sårbarheder i IBM Notes. Sårbarhederne gjorde det muligt at opnå fuld kontrol over maskinerne, der benyttede softwaren.
Dansk oldtidsforsker modtager ’den lille nobelpris’ :: Assyriolog Mogens Trolle Larsen fra Københavns Universitet modtager 20. marts Det Svenske Akademis…
Dark matter goes missing in oddball galaxy :: Galaxies and dark matter go together like peanut butter and jelly. You typically don't find one without the other.
Dark matter goes missing in oddball galaxy :: Galaxies and dark matter go together like peanut butter and jelly. You typically don't find one without the other.
Dark matter goes missing in oddball galaxy :: Galaxies and dark matter go together like peanut butter and jelly. You typically don't find one without the other.
Dark matter goes missing in oddball galaxy :: Galaxies and dark matter go together like peanut butter and jelly. You typically don't find one without the other.
Dark matter is a no show in ghostly galaxy :: Astronomers using Gemini and W. M. Keck Observatory data in Hawai'i have encountered a galaxy that appears to have almost no dark matter. Since the universe is dominated by dark matter, and it is the foundation upon which galaxies are built, '…this is a game changer,' according to Principal Investigator Pieter van Dokkum of Yale University.
Dark matter is a no show in ghostly galaxy :: Astronomers using Gemini and W. M. Keck Observatory data in Hawai'i have encountered a galaxy that appears to have almost no dark matter. Since the universe is dominated by dark matter, and it is the foundation upon which galaxies are built, '…this is a game changer,' according to Principal Investigator Pieter van Dokkum of Yale University.
Dark matter is a no show in ghostly galaxy :: Astronomers using W. M. Keck Observatory and Gemini data in Hawaii have encountered a galaxy that appears to have almost no dark matter. Since the Universe is dominated by dark matter, and it is the foundation upon which galaxies are built, '…this is a game changer,' according to Principal Investigator Pieter van Dokkum of Yale University.
Dark matter is a no show in ghostly galaxy :: Astronomers using W. M. Keck Observatory and Gemini data in Hawaii have encountered a galaxy that appears to have almost no dark matter. Since the Universe is dominated by dark matter, and it is the foundation upon which galaxies are built, '…this is a game changer,' according to Principal Investigator Pieter van Dokkum of Yale University.
Dark matter is MIA in this strange galaxy :: A galaxy without dark matter bolsters the case that the invisible substance really exists.
Dark matter is MIA in this strange galaxy :: A galaxy without dark matter bolsters the case that the invisible substance really exists.
Dark matter 'missing' in a galaxy far, far away :: Galaxies and dark matter go hand in hand; you typically don't find one without the other. So when researchers uncovered a galaxy, known as NGC1052-DF2, that is almost completely devoid of the stuff, they were shocked.
Dark matter 'missing' in a galaxy far, far away :: Galaxies and dark matter go hand in hand; you typically don't find one without the other. So when researchers uncovered a galaxy, known as NGC1052-DF2, that is almost completely devoid of the stuff, they were shocked.
Dark radiation may fix our broken understanding of the universe :: We have two ways to measure the accelerating expansion of the universe, but they don’t line up. If dark matter gives off radiation, it could make them agree
Darwinian differences: How the theory of evolution viewed women as inferior :: In line with his own ingrained assumptions, the standard ones of Victorian England, Darwin maintained that female inferiority is an inescapable consequence of nature. Read More
Data scandal threatens Zuckerberg vision for Facebook :: Facebook Mark ZuckerbergFirst it was "move fast and break things." Then it was "connecting the world" and "building a global community."
Data-skandale spreder sig til Kenya :: Oppositionen i Kenya vil til bunds i Cambridge Analyticas indblandingen i landets præsidentvalg.
David Drubin (UC Berkeley) 1: Actin, endocytosis and the early days of yeast cell biology :: In this series of videos, Dr. David Drubin describes the critical link between actin dynamics and endocytosis in both budding yeast and mammalian cells. https://www.ibiology.org/cell-biology/actin-dynamics-and-endocytosis Talk Overview: Actin forms many cellular structures and regulates a variety of critical biological processes. Dr. David Drubin’s lab focuses on studying actin in the context of
David Drubin (UC Berkeley) 2: Actin dynamics and endocytosis in yeast :: In this series of videos, Dr. David Drubin describes the critical link between actin dynamics and endocytosis in both budding yeast and mammalian cells. https://www.ibiology.org/cell-biology/actin-dynamics-and-endocytosis Talk Overview: Actin forms many cellular structures and regulates a variety of critical biological processes. Dr. David Drubin’s lab focuses on studying actin in the context of
David Drubin (UC Berkeley) 3: Actin dynamics and endocytosis in mammalian cells :: In this series of videos, Dr. David Drubin describes the critical link between actin dynamics and endocytosis in both budding yeast and mammalian cells. https://www.ibiology.org/cell-biology/actin-dynamics-and-endocytosis Talk Overview: Actin forms many cellular structures and regulates a variety of critical biological processes. Dr. David Drubin’s lab focuses on studying actin in the context of
David Drubin (UC Berkeley) 4: Actin assembly in budding yeast :: In this series of videos, Dr. David Drubin describes the critical link between actin dynamics and endocytosis in both budding yeast and mammalian cells. https://www.ibiology.org/cell-biology/actin-dynamics-and-endocytosis Talk Overview: Actin forms many cellular structures and regulates a variety of critical biological processes. Dr. David Drubin’s lab focuses on studying actin in the context of
dCas9-targeted locus-specific protein isolation method identifies histone gene regulators [Biochemistry :: ]Eukaryotic gene regulation is a complex process, often coordinated by the action of tens to hundreds of proteins. Although previous biochemical studies have identified many components of the basal machinery and various ancillary factors involved in gene regulation, numerous gene-specific regulators remain undiscovered. To comprehensively survey the proteome directing gene…
Deadly crash raises questions about Uber self-driving system :: Video of a deadly self-driving vehicle crash in suburban Phoenix shows a pedestrian walking from a darkened area onto a street just moments before an Uber SUV strikes her.
Dear Alpaca Thieves, Please Return This Alpaca's Missing Brother :: Bambi the Kiwi alpaca is blind, and according to the Rodney Times "relies heavily on Charisma to help him find his way around his home.
Dear Alpaca Thieves, Please Return This Alpaca's Missing Brother :: Bambi the Kiwi alpaca is blind, and according to the Rodney Times "relies heavily on Charisma to help him find his way around his home.
Dear Therapist: I Google-Stalked My Therapist :: Editor’s Note: Every Wednesday, Lori Gottlieb answers questions from readers about their problems, big and small. Have a question? Email her at dear.therapist@theatlantic.com. Dear Therapist, My same-sex partner and I have been seeing the same therapist both individually and as a couple. Over the past year, we both feel that she has fundamentally changed our lives. While seeing her nearly weekly,
Dear Therapist: My Son Has an Impractical, Ridiculous Career Plan :: Editor’s Note: Every Wednesday, Lori Gottlieb answers questions from readers about their problems, big and small. Have a question? Email her at dear.therapist@theatlantic.com. Dear Therapist, A few months ago, on a college tour, our 18-year-old son announced that he had found his purpose and future career: He wants to do stand-up comedy. The fact is, he’s got some talent in this area. He’s comfor
Dear Therapist: My Son Has an Impractical, Ridiculous Career Plan :: Editor’s Note: Every Wednesday, Lori Gottlieb answers questions from readers about their problems, big and small. Have a question? Email her at dear.therapist@theatlantic.com. Dear Therapist, A few months ago, on a college tour, our 18-year-old son announced that he had found his purpose and future career: He wants to do stand-up comedy. The fact is, he’s got some talent in this area. He’s comfor
DEBAT: Hvor sikre skal selvkørende biler være? :: Er det teknologiens skyld, når en selvkørende bil søndag aften ramte en fodgænger, der sprang ud af mørket og krydsede vejen? Lektor i kunstig intelligens mener, det er på tide at diskutere sikkerheden om selvkørende biler.
Decade of fossil collecting gives new perspective on Triassic period, emergence of dinosaurs :: A project spanning countries, years and institutions has attempted to reconstruct what the southern end of the world looked like during the Triassic period, 252 to 199 million years ago.
Decade of fossil collecting gives new perspective on Triassic period, emergence of dinosaurs :: A project spanning countries, years and institutions has attempted to reconstruct what the southern end of the world looked like during the Triassic period, 252 to 199 million years ago.
Decade of fossil collecting gives new perspective on Triassic period, emergence of dinosaurs :: A project spanning countries, years and institutions has attempted to reconstruct what the southern end of the world looked like during the Triassic period, 252 to 199 million years ago.
Decade of fossil collecting gives new perspective on Triassic period, emergence of dinosaurs :: A project spanning countries, years and institutions has attempted to reconstruct what the southern end of the world looked like during the Triassic period, 252 to 199 million years ago.
Decade of fossil collecting gives new perspective on Triassic period, emergence of dinosaurs :: After a great mass extinction shook the world about 252 million years ago, animal life outside of the ocean began to take hold. The earliest mammals entered the scene, and reptiles—including early dinosaurs—lived on Pangea, the name given to the giant landmass in which all of the world's continents were joined as one.
Decade of fossil collecting gives new perspective on Triassic period, emergence of dinosaurs :: After a great mass extinction shook the world about 252 million years ago, animal life outside of the ocean began to take hold. The earliest mammals entered the scene, and reptiles—including early dinosaurs—lived on Pangea, the name given to the giant landmass in which all of the world's continents were joined as one.
Decades of research identify source of galaxy-sized stream of gas :: A cloud of gas 300,000 light-years long is arching around the Milky Way, shunted away from two dwarf galaxies orbiting our own. For decades, astronomers have wanted to know which of the two galaxies, the Large and Small Magellanic Clouds, is the source of the gas that has been expelled as the two galaxies gravitationally pull at one another. The answer will help astronomers understand how galaxies
Decades-long trends, not flawed vaccine, explain resurgent whooping cough :: Researchers and public health officials have struggled to explain the resurgence of whooping cough in the US since the late 1970s, and the suspected shortcomings of the current generation of vaccines are often blamed. But a new University of Michigan-led study concludes that the resurgence of the highly contagious respiratory disease is the result of factors that began in the middle of the last ce
Decades-long trends, not flawed vaccine, explain resurgent whooping cough :: Researchers and public health officials have struggled to explain the resurgence of whooping cough in the US since the late 1970s, and the suspected shortcomings of the current generation of vaccines are often blamed. But a new University of Michigan-led study concludes that the resurgence of the highly contagious respiratory disease is the result of factors that began in the middle of the last ce
Decades-long trends, not flawed vaccine, explain resurgent whooping cough :: Researchers and public health officials have struggled to explain the resurgence of whooping cough in the US since the late 1970s, and the suspected shortcomings of the current generation of vaccines are often blamed. But a new study concludes that the resurgence of the highly contagious respiratory disease is the result of factors that began in the middle of the last century, long before the late
Decades-long trends, not flawed vaccine, explain resurgent whooping cough :: Researchers and public health officials have struggled to explain the resurgence of whooping cough in the US since the late 1970s, and the suspected shortcomings of the current generation of vaccines are often blamed. But a new study concludes that the resurgence of the highly contagious respiratory disease is the result of factors that began in the middle of the last century, long before the late
Deciphering the reading of the genetic code by near-cognate tRNA [Biochemistry :: ]Some codons of the genetic code can be read not only by cognate, but also by near-cognate tRNAs. This flexibility is thought to be conferred mainly by a mismatch between the third base of the codon and the first of the anticodon (the so-called “wobble” position). However, this simplistic explanation…
Decision-making is shaped by individual differences in the functional brain connectome :: Each day brings with it a host of decisions to be made, and each person approaches those decisions differently. A new study by University of Illinois researchers found that these individual differences are associated with variation in specific brain networks — particularly those related to executive, social and perceptual processes.
Decision-making is shaped by individual differences in the functional brain connectome :: Each day brings with it a host of decisions to be made, and each person approaches those decisions differently. A new study found that these individual differences are associated with variation in specific brain networks — particularly those related to executive, social and perceptual processes.
Declines in lung cancer death rates among US women have lagged in 2 hot spots :: While lung cancer death rates among women in most of the United States have declined substantially in recent years, progress among women in a region covering central Appalachia and southern parts of the Midwest and in northern parts of the Midwest has lagged.
Deep impact: Deep-sea wildlife more vulnerable to extinction than first thought :: The existence of the unusual yeti crabs (Kiwaidae) — a family of crab-like animals whose hairy claws and bodies are reminiscent of the abominable snowman — since 2005, but already their future survival could be at risk.New Oxford University research suggests that past environmental changes may have profoundly impacted the geographic range and species diversity of this family. The findings indica
Deep impact: Deep-sea wildlife more vulnerable to extinction than first thought :: The existence of the unusual yeti crabs (Kiwaidae) — a family of crab-like animals whose hairy claws and bodies are reminiscent of the abominable snowman — since 2005, but already their future survival could be at risk. New Oxford University research suggests that past environmental changes may have profoundly impacted the geographic range and species diversity of this family. The findings indic
Deep impact: Deep-sea wildlife more vulnerable to extinction than first thought :: We have only known about the existence of the unusual yeti crabs (Kiwaidae)—a family of crab-like animals whose hairy claws and bodies are reminiscent of the abominable snowman—since 2005, but already their future survival could be at risk.
Deeper insight into viral infections :: An infection with cytomegalovirus is usually harmless for adults. However, during pregnancy, the virus can be transmitted to the unborn baby and cause malformations. Once the viruses have invaded a human cell, they start to produce large amounts of viral proteins. This includes more than 500 proteins and peptides, including 200 previously unknown to science.
Defaunation shadow on mutualistic interactions [Biological Sciences :: ]Tregidgo et al. (1) show that size-selective overfishing has drastically depleted and downsized populations of tambaqui (Colossoma macropomum) along the Purus River, Amazonia. Because fishers have historically targeted the largest individuals, tambaqui ∼1,000 km upriver are twofold larger than those near the Manaus rainforest metropolis (1). Here, we demonstrate that…
Delete Facebook? That’s as hard as giving up sugar |Dean Burnett :: Plenty of people say they’re going to do it, but in the end can’t. So why do social networks have such a hold? The recently exposed Cambridge Analytica scandal, where intrepid Observer journalists revealed that more than 50 million Facebook profiles were harvested without consent for political ends, has shaken the worlds of media, politics, even international relations . Facebook itself has also t
Democrats Bet on a Billionaire in Illinois :: Democrats have for more than a year gone to bat against a billionaire president and his Cabinet full of wealthy executives, railing against their conflicts of interest and accusing them of satisfying their lavish tastes on the taxpayers’ dime. But in their quest to reclaim the governorship of the nation’s third-largest blue state, Democrats in Illinois have turned to a billionaire of their own to
'Demonic' Fish Glows in Eerie Photo :: An unsettling image of a very strange fish skeleton seems more suited to a conversation about demonology than one about marine biology.
'Demonic' Fish Glows in Eerie Photo :: An unsettling image of a very strange fish skeleton seems more suited to a conversation about demonology than one about marine biology.
Den jyske vestkyst kan blive knudepunkt for internettet i Norden :: Nye søkabler til Holland og USA vil i de kommende år gå i land på kysten nord for Esbjerg. Hvis der bliver etableret netværksneutrale datacentre, kan Esbjerg overhale både Hamborg og København som trafikknudepunkt for internettet i Norden. Sådan lyder forudsigelsen fradet største europæiske netvæ…
Dental oral craniofacial tissue regeneration consortia: A new paradigm :: The 47th Annual Meeting of the American Association for Dental Research (AADR), held in conjunction with the 42nd Annual Meeting of the Canadian Association for Dental Research (CADR), featured a symposium titled 'Dental Oral Craniofacial Tissue Regeneration Consortia: A New Paradigm.' The AADR/CADR Annual Meeting is in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., USA from March 21-24, 2018.
Dental oral craniofacial tissue regeneration consortia :: The ability to robustly and predictably regenerate dental, oral and craniofacial (DOC) tissues through tissue engineering and/or regenerative medicine strategies is a major goal for clinicians. While many technologies have shown proof of principle in small animals, few have made it into the clinic.
Depth-sensing imaging system can peer through fog :: In a study that holds promise for self-driving cars, MIT researchers have developed a system that can image and gauge the distance of objects shrouded by fog so thick that human vision can't penetrate it.
Depth-sensing imaging system can peer through fog :: In a study that holds promise for self-driving cars, researchers have developed a system that can image and gauge the distance of objects shrouded by fog so thick that human vision can't penetrate it.
Depth-sensing imaging system can peer through fog :: MIT researchers have developed a system that can produce images of objects shrouded by fog so thick that human vision can't penetrate it. It can also gauge the objects' distance.
Derfor er flydende biobrændsel blevet henvist til et liv i skyggen :: Analyse: El fra vind og sol har stjålet rampelyset i debatten om fremtidens transportsystem. Men eksperter er enige om, at der er brug for flydende biobrændsler for at sikre bæredygtighed i transporten.
Dermatology scale validates quality of life :: Can having a skin condition impact the quality of your life? Absolutely, claim Boston University School of Medicine researchers who have set out to find the best tool to measure the impact on patients.
Dermatology scale validates quality of life :: Can having a skin condition impact the quality of your life? Absolutely, claim researchers who have set out to find the best tool to measure the impact on patients.
Design approach developed for important new catalysts for energy conversion and storage :: Northwestern University researchers have discovered a new approach for creating important new catalysts to aid in clean energy conversion and storage. The method also has the potential to impact the discovery of new optical and data storage materials and catalysts for higher efficiency processing of petroleum products at lower cost. The researchers created a catalyst that is seven times more activ
Design approach developed for new catalysts for energy conversion and storage :: Northwestern University researchers have discovered a new approach for creating important new catalysts to aid in clean energy conversion and storage. The design method also has the potential to impact the discovery of new optical and data storage materials, catalysts that impact pharmaceutical synthesis and catalysts that allow for higher efficiency processing of petroleum products at much lower
Designerstjerne brænder ud syv måneder for tidligt :: Kunstprojektet 'The Humanity Star' drev tilbage til Jordens atmosfæren og brændte op efter kun to måneder i rummet.
Designing a new material for improved ultrasound :: Development of a theoretical basis for ultrahigh piezoelectricity in ferroelectric materials led to a new material with twice the piezo response of any existing commercial ferroelectric ceramics, according to an international team of researchers from Penn State, China and Australia.
Designing a new material for improved ultrasound :: Development of a theoretical basis for ultrahigh piezoelectricity in ferroelectric materials led to a new material with twice the piezo response of any existing commercial ferroelectric ceramics, according to an international team of researchers from Penn State, China and Australia.
Designing a new material for improved ultrasound :: Development of a theoretical basis for ultrahigh piezoelectricity in ferroelectric materials led to a new material with twice the piezo response of any existing commercial ferroelectric ceramics, according to researchers.
Despite Court Ruling, There's No Certain Science Linking Coffee to Cancer :: Attention coffee drinkers: a judge in California has ruled that coffee companies in the Golden State must label each cup of joe with a cancer warning label.
Despite high blood sugar, cavefish live long, healthy lives :: Mexican cavefish have insulin resistance, a hallmark of many human metabolic disorders and a precursor to type 2 diabetes that can lead to an overworked pancreas, excess fat storage and chronically elevated blood sugar. Despite dysregulated blood sugar, the fish don't suffer the same health consequences people do. Study offers a fresh opportunity to understand how animals thrive with traits that s
Destabilizing mutations encode nongenetic variation that drives evolutionary innovation :: Evolutionary innovations are often achieved by repurposing existing genes to perform new functions; however, the mechanisms enabling the transition from old to new remain controversial. We identified mutations in bacteriophage ’s host-recognition gene J that confer enhanced adsorption to ’s native receptor, LamB, and the ability to access a new receptor, OmpF. The mutations destabilize particles
Destabilizing mutations encode nongenetic variation that drives evolutionary innovation :: Evolutionary innovations are often achieved by repurposing existing genes to perform new functions; however, the mechanisms enabling the transition from old to new remain controversial. We identified mutations in bacteriophage ’s host-recognition gene J that confer enhanced adsorption to ’s native receptor, LamB, and the ability to access a new receptor, OmpF. The mutations destabilize particles
Det skal være lettere at sikkerhedsgodkende samarbejdende robotter :: Nyt europæisk samarbejde skal gøre samarbejdende robotter mere sikre og hur­tigere at få godkendt.
Det skal være lettere at sikkerhedsgodkende samarbejdende robotter :: Nyt europæisk samarbejde skal gøre samarbejdende robotter mere sikre og hur­tigere at få godkendt.
Detailed structure illuminates brain-enhancing drug's action :: A drug that reverses the effects of a cellular stress response restores learning and memory in mice with concussions. Now researchers can see the atomic-scale details of how the drug interacts with its protein target.
Detailed structure illuminates brain-enhancing drug's action :: A drug that reverses the effects of a cellular stress response restores learning and memory in mice with concussions. Now researchers can see the atomic-scale details of how the drug interacts with its protein target.
Detailed structure illuminates brain-enhancing drug's action :: A drug that reverses the effects of a cellular stress response restores learning and memory in mice with concussions. Now researchers can see the atomic-scale details of how the drug interacts with its protein target.
Detailed structure illuminates brain-enhancing drug's action :: A drug that reverses the effects of a cellular stress response restores learning and memory in mice with concussions. Now researchers can see the atomic-scale details of how the drug interacts with its protein target.
Detail-gigant: Lad være med at antage, at du kan stole på noget som helst data :: Den hollandske detailhandel-kæmpe Albert Heijn har 1.000 butikker i Holland, og ingen af dem har noget lager. Det kræver præcise data.
Detail-gigant: Lad være med at antage, at du kan stole på noget som helst data :: Den hollandske detailhandel-kæmpe Albert Heijn har 1.000 butikker i Holland, og ingen af dem har noget lager. Det kræver præcise data.
Detecting volcanic eruptions :: A case study of an eruption of Calbuco in Chile was used to evaluate data delivered by infrasound sensors.
Detecting volcanic eruptions :: Geophysicist Robin Matoza leads a case study of an eruption of Calbuco in Chile to evaluate data delivered by infrasound sensors
Detecting volcanic eruptions :: Geophysicist Robin Matoza leads a case study of an eruption of Calbuco in Chile to evaluate data delivered by infrasound sensors
Detecting volcanic eruptions :: To borrow from a philosophical thought experiment: If a volcano erupts in a remote part of the world and no one hears it, does it still make a sound?
Detecting volcanic eruptions :: To borrow from a philosophical thought experiment: If a volcano erupts in a remote part of the world and no one hears it, does it still make a sound?
Detection of a new reaction path in the atmosphere :: Scientists have now observed a particularly rapid type of pair production in the laboratory: Hydrocarbons double when two peroxyl radicals react with each other. This means that stable products with the carbon skeleton of both peroxyl radicals are formed, which very likely will have a peroxide structure. Proof of this reaction path has now become possible with the aid of state-of-the-art measuring
Detection of a new reaction path in the atmosphere :: Scientists have now observed a particularly rapid type of pair production in the laboratory: Hydrocarbons double when two peroxyl radicals react with each other. This means that stable products with the carbon skeleton of both peroxyl radicals are formed, which very likely will have a peroxide structure. Proof of this reaction path has now become possible with the aid of state-of-the-art measuring
Dette bør I se på, nye regionsmedlemmer :: Læsernes dom er ganske tydelig. Sundheden er plaget af manglende ressourcer, både i form af penge og personale. Det påvirker tydelig trivslen blandt de ansatte.
Diagnosing breast cancer using red light :: At the OSA Biophotonics Congress: Biomedical Optics meeting, held 3-6 April in Hollywood, Florida, USA, researchers from Milan, Italy, will report an advance in instrument development that increases the sensitivity of OM by as much as 1000-fold.
Diagnosing breast cancer using red light :: Optical Mammography, or OM, which uses harmless red or infrared light, has been developed for use in conjunction with X-rays for diagnosis or monitoring in cases demanding repeated imaging where high amounts of ionizing radiation should be avoided. At the OSA Biophotonics Congress: Biomedical Optics meeting, held 3-6 April in Hollywood, Florida, USA, researchers from Milan, Italy, will report an a
Diagnosing breast cancer using red light :: Optical Mammography, which uses harmless red or infrared light, has been developed for use in conjunction with X-rays for diagnosis or monitoring in cases demanding repeated imaging where high amounts of ionizing radiation should be avoided.
Diamond origins: 4 fascinating ways natural diamonds form :: Diamonds can be formed in one of four fascinating ways. Read More
Diamond origins: 4 fascinating ways natural diamonds form :: Diamonds can be formed in one of four fascinating ways. Read More
Did highest known sea levels create the iconic shape of Mount Etna? :: New research by Professor Iain Stewart from the University of Plymouth suggests the Mediterranean Sea may have played a major role in the development of its iconic shape tens of thousands of years ago.
Did highest known sea levels create the iconic shape of Mount Etna? :: The iconic cone-like structure of Mount Etna could have been created after water levels in the Mediterranean Sea rose following an extended period of deglaciation, according to new research.
Did Human Noise Pollution Drive 150 Whales To Beach Themselves in Australia? :: A commercial fisherman in Australia spotted an alarming site this morning: Upward of 100 whales were stranded and dying on a beach at Hamelin Bay, about 180 miles south of Perth.
Did Iraq Ever Become A Just War? :: The week of the 15th anniversary of the Iraq War is ending. If past anniversaries are any guide, as that period closes, so will end the brief moment of reflection on the causes and consequences of the war—the mistakes that led to it and the damage that followed. All these years later, we’re still grappling with how it began, but that shouldn’t overshadow questions about how the justice of the cau
Did Prehistoric 'Astronomers' Build Stonehenge? :: Ever since humans could look up to see the sky, we have been amazed by its beauty and untold mysteries. Naturally then, astronomy is often described as the oldest of the sciences, inspiring people for thousands of years.
Did scientists accidentally push ‘science in crisis’ story? :: The available evidence doesn’t justify the media’s generalizations about a crisis in science, argues a new essay. One of the recurring media narratives about the nature of science today is that it is “broken” or “in crisis.” Some stories about the failure to reproduce study results or the rising retraction rate or incidents of scientific fraud have also involved assertions about a “systemic crisi
Did These Children Have Their Hearts Ripped Out as a Sacrifice to an Ancient Rain God? :: Construction workers in northern Peru recently uncovered a grisly discovery: The skeletal remains of 47 ancient people, including those of at least 12 children who were likely sacrificed by the ancient Chimú culture about 1,500 years ago.
Dietary supplement shows promise for reversing cardiovascular aging :: A novel nutraceutical called nicotinomide riboside has been found to kick-start the same biological pathways as calorie restriction does, and boost arterial health in people with mild hypertension.
Dietary supplement shows promise for reversing cardiovascular aging :: A novel nutraceutical called nicotinomide riboside has been found to kick-start the same biological pathways as calorie restriction does, and boost arterial health in people with mild hypertension.
Dietary supplement shows promise for reversing cardiovascular aging :: A novel nutraceutical called nicotinomide riboside has been found to kick-start the same biological pathways as calorie restriction does, and boost arterial health in people with mild hypertension.
Dietary supplement shows promise for reversing cardiovascular aging :: A novel nutraceutical called nicotinomide riboside has been found to kick-start the same biological pathways as calorie restriction does, and boost arterial health in people with mild hypertension.
Different neural strategies for junior high school male and female English learners :: Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University studied the neural response of Japanese junior high school students learning English as a second language, while listening to English sentences. More proficient boys showed more activation in parts of the brain associated with grammatical rules (syntax); girls used a wider range of language information, including speech sounds (phonology) and meaning
Different neural strategies for junior high school male and female English learners :: Researchers have studied the neural response of Japanese junior high school students learning English as a second language, while listening to English sentences. More proficient boys showed more activation in parts of the brain associated with grammatical rules (syntax); girls used a wider range of language information, including speech sounds (phonology) and meaning of words and sentences (semant
Diffusiophoresis found to be critical factor for getting clothes clean :: A team of researchers with members from the University of Hawaii, the Unilever company and Princeton University has found that the critical factor involved in cleaning clothes in a washing machine is a phenomenon called diffusiophoresis, a type of diffusion caused by electric fields, combined with chemophoresis, diffusion caused by differences in concentration gradients. They have published their
Digital innovation can enhance cultural heritage, hears conference :: Digitalisation has a role to play in the conservation and promotion of modern-day cultural heritage but should enhance real-life experiences, rather than replace them, experts say.
Dining out associated with increased exposure to harmful chemicals called Phthalates :: Dining out more at restaurants, cafeterias and fast-food outlets may boost total levels of potentially health-harming chemicals called phthalates in the body, according to a study out today.
Dining out associated with increased exposure to harmful chemicals called Phthalates :: Dining out more at restaurants, cafeterias and fast-food outlets may boost total levels of potentially health-harming chemicals called phthalates in the body, according to a study out today.
Dining out associated with increased exposure to harmful chemicals :: Dining out more at restaurants, cafeterias and fast-food outlets may boost total levels of potentially health-harming chemicals called phthalates in the body, according to a study out today.
Dining out associated with increased exposure to harmful chemicals :: Dining out more at restaurants, cafeterias and fast-food outlets may boost total levels of potentially health-harming chemicals called phthalates in the body, according to a study out today.
Dinosaur frills and horns did not evolve for species recognition :: The elaborate frills and horns of a group of dinosaurs including Triceratops and Styracosaurus did not evolve to help species recognise each other, according to researchers at Queen Mary University of London.
Dinosaur frills and horns did not evolve for species recognition :: The elaborate frills and horns of a group of dinosaurs including Triceratops and Styracosaurus did not evolve to help species recognise each other, according to researchers at Queen Mary University of London.
Dinosaur frills and horns did not evolve for species recognition :: The elaborate frills and horns of a group of dinosaurs including Triceratops and Styracosaurus did not evolve to help species recognise each other, according to researchers.
Direct evidence of exposure of pregnant women to herbicide ingredient :: The first birth cohort study of its kind has found more than 90 percent of a group of pregnant women in Central Indiana had detectable levels of glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup, the most heavily used herbicide worldwide.
Direct Primary Care Agreements and Chiropractors: A bad deal for patients :: Chiropractors are not "primary care physicians" and shouldn't be allowed to pretend otherwise by entering into "direct primary care" agreements with their patients.
Direct Primary Care Agreements and Chiropractors: A bad deal for patients :: Chiropractors are not "primary care physicians" and shouldn't be allowed to pretend otherwise by entering into "direct primary care" agreements with their patients.
Discover the Science of 'Star Wars' and 'Black Panther' at Future Con :: Delve into the science of science fiction as Live Science visits Future Con in Washington, D.C.
Discover the Science of 'Star Wars' and 'Black Panther' at Future Con :: Delve into the science of science fiction as Live Science visits Future Con in Washington, D.C.
Discovered mode of drinking in mosquitoes carries biomedical implications :: 'Mosquitoes are not just a nuisance, but also a health threat,' said Virginia Tech's Mark Stremler, a study co-author. 'The more we can understand about their robustness and how they survive, the better chance we have of figuring out ways to control them.'
Discovered mode of drinking in mosquitoes carries biomedical implications :: Mosquitoes may have a reputation for being one of the world's most intractable pests, but they're actually quite tiny and fragile. So when an international team of scientists, including several at Virginia Tech, wanted to observe the underlying mechanisms of how the insects feed, they had to get creative.
Discovered mode of drinking in mosquitoes carries biomedical implications :: Mosquitoes may have a reputation for being one of the world's most intractable pests, but they're actually quite tiny and fragile. So when an international team of scientists wanted to observe the underlying mechanisms of how the insects feed, they had to get creative.
Discovery of a hexagonal ultradense hydrous phase in (Fe,Al)OOH [Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences :: ]A deep lower-mantle (DLM) water reservoir depends on availability of hydrous minerals which can store and transport water into the DLM without dehydration. Recent discoveries found hydrous phases AlOOH (Z = 2) with a CaCl2-type structure and FeOOH (Z = 4) with a cubic pyrite-type structure stable under the high-pressure–temperature…
Discovery of MRSA-busting antibiotic gives hope against resistant superbugs :: New drug tested on mice could be used to treat human infections that no longer respond to routine antibiotics, say scientists The discovery of a new class of antibiotics that can wipe out persistent infections of the hospital superbug MRSA has raised fresh hopes for progress in the fight against antimicrobial resistance . Health officials around the world have seen a steady rise in bacterial infe
Discovery of MRSA-busting antibiotic gives hope against resistant superbugs :: New drug tested on mice could be used to treat human infections that no longer respond to routine antibiotics, say scientists The discovery of a new class of antibiotics that can wipe out persistent infections of the hospital superbug MRSA has raised fresh hopes for progress in the fight against antimicrobial resistance . Health officials around the world have seen a steady rise in bacterial infe
Discovery offers hope for improving physical performance as we age :: Leading researchers from UNSW and Harvard have identified that replacing two naturally molecules in mice can reverse the aging process of blood vessels, boosting their exercise capacity and physical endurance.
Dissecting artificial intelligence to better understand the human brain :: In the natural world, intelligence takes many forms. It could be a bat using echolocation to expertly navigate in the dark, or an octopus adapting its behavior to survive in the deep ocean. Likewise, in the computer science world, multiple forms of artificial intelligence are emerging. As will be presented at the CNS conference, cognitive neuroscientists are using those emerging networks to enhanc
Dissecting artificial intelligence to better understand the human brain :: In the natural world, intelligence takes many forms. It could be a bat using echolocation to expertly navigate in the dark, or an octopus adapting its behavior to survive in the deep ocean. Likewise, in the computer science world, multiple forms of artificial intelligence are emerging. Cognitive neuroscientists are using those emerging networks to enhance understanding of one of the most elusive i
DJI's commercial drones can now carry more sensors into dangerous situations :: Technology The Payload SDK allows tech companies to make gadgets that integrate into DJI's drones. If you have ever wanted a drone that can detect radiation, you may soon be in…
DJI's commercial drones can now carry more sensors into dangerous situations :: Technology The Payload SDK allows tech companies to make gadgets that integrate into DJI's drones. If you have ever wanted a drone that can detect radiation, you may soon be in…
DMI-strejke kan lamme lufthavnene :: De danske lufthavne er afhængige af vejrdata fra DMI, så når meteorologerne strejker, betyder det reelt, at der ikke kan flyves til eller fra danske lufthavne.
DNA in the water could help reveal where endangered manatees live :: As big as they are, Florida manatees aren't always so easy to find.
DNA sequencing of babies is here: Should it be available to all? :: A new bioethics report suggests restricting genomic screening of newborn children. Should it be tightly controlled, wonders Alex Pearlman
DNA sequencing of babies is here: Should it be available to all? :: A new bioethics report suggests restricting genomic screening of newborn children. Should it be tightly controlled, wonders Alex Pearlman
Do young children learn anything from YouTube videos? :: In a new Acta Paediatrica study, children up to 2 years of age could be entertained and kept busy by their parents showing them YouTube clips on smartphones, but they did not learn anything from the videos.
Do young children learn anything from YouTube videos? :: In a new study, children up to 2 years of age could be entertained and kept busy by their parents showing them YouTube clips on smartphones, but they did not learn anything from the videos.
Doctors Don't Know Why This Synthetic Pot Is Making People's Eyes Bleed :: Health officials in Illinois are warning people that synthetic marijuana can cause bleeding from the ears and eyes, according to news reports.
Does genome sequencing increase downstream costs? :: The MedSeq Project, led by investigators at Brigham Women's Hospital, is the first randomized trial to provide whole genome sequencing to both presumably healthy patients as well as those with a known cardiology issue. The research team found that after six months, downstream health care costs did not significantly differ between patients who had received whole genome sequencing and those that did
Does menopausal hormone therapy maintain the brain? :: Taking menopausal hormone therapy soon after menopause to relieve symptoms may also benefit the brain, according to a study published in the March 21, 2018, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.
Does your kids’ DNA matter more than which school they go to? :: How well your kids do at school depends in part on the DNA you bequeathed them. What’s not clear is what we should do about this
Dog brain scans show if they are looking at a happy or sad face :: Dogs can recognise different human facial expressions, like happy or sad, and now a simple brain scan can reveal which expression a dog is looking at
Dog brain scans show if they are looking at a happy or sad face :: Dogs can recognise different human facial expressions, like happy or sad, and now a simple brain scan can reveal which expression a dog is looking at
Dogs with noise sensitivity should be routinely assessed for pain by vets :: Dogs which show fear or anxiety when faced with loud or sudden noises should be routinely assessed for pain by veterinarians, a new study has found.
Dogs with noise sensitivity should be routinely assessed for pain by vets :: Dogs which show fear or anxiety when faced with loud or sudden noises should be routinely assessed for pain by veterinarians, according to new research from the UK and Brazil. Researchers believe that pain, which could be undiagnosed, could be exacerbated when a noise makes the dogs tense up or 'start,' putting extra stress on muscles or joints which are already inflamed leading to an associated w
Dogs with noise sensitivity should be routinely assessed for pain by vets :: Dogs which show fear or anxiety when faced with loud or sudden noises should be routinely assessed for pain by veterinarians, according to new research. Researchers believe that pain, which could be undiagnosed, could be exacerbated when a noise makes the dogs tense up or 'start', putting extra stress on muscles or joints which are already inflamed leading to and associated with a loud or startlin
DOJ Indicts 9 Iranians For Brazen University Cyberattacks :: Iranian US DoJA new indictment asserts a long string of attacks against hundreds of universities and private companies, in which Iran pilfered more than $3 billion worth of intellectual property.
Dolphins tear up nets as fish numbers fall :: Fishing nets suffer six times more damage when dolphins are around – and overfishing is forcing dolphins and fishermen ever closer together, new research shows.
Dolphins tear up nets as fish numbers fall :: Fishing nets suffer six times more damage when dolphins are around – and overfishing is forcing dolphins and fishermen ever closer together, new research shows.
Dolphins tear up nets as fish numbers fall :: Fishing nets suffer six times more damage when dolphins are around – and overfishing is forcing dolphins and fishermen ever closer together, new research shows.
Dolphins tear up nets as fish numbers fall :: Fishing nets suffer six times more damage when dolphins are around – and overfishing is forcing dolphins and fishermen ever closer together, new research shows.
Dolphins tear up nets as fish numbers fall :: Fishing nets suffer six times more damage when dolphins are around – and overfishing is forcing dolphins and fishermen ever closer together, new research shows.
Dolphins tear up nets as fish numbers fall :: Fishing nets suffer six times more damage when dolphins are around – and overfishing is forcing dolphins and fishermen ever closer together, new research shows.
Donald Trump Doesn't Understand Community Colleges :: During a speech on Thursday, President Trump revealed a striking ignorance of one of the pillars of his country’s educational system. In the course of promoting his infrastructure plan, he, a bit perplexingly, dismissed the country’s community colleges, suggesting he doesn’t know what purpose they serve. “We do not know what a ‘community college’ means,” he told the crowd in an Ohio training faci
Donald Trump isn’t waging war on science. He just doesn’t care :: Under Trump, US science policy is on autopilot and largely directionless. Here is how to tackle this lack of leadership The first time the word “science” appeared in a tweet by Donald Trump was on 13 September 2012, long before he became US president, when he wrote : “Wake Up America! See article: ‘Israeli Science: Obama Birth Certificate is a Fake’.” Since becoming president, Trump has not menti
Double danger: The peril of childbirth for women with rheumatic heart disease :: Women of childbearing age who suffer from Rheumatic Heart Disease in low- to moderate-income countries like Uganda face a double danger: Increased risk of complications during pregnancy — including death — while also bearing a cultural burden and expectation that they'll become mothers.That was among the findings in a recent study led by researcher Allison Webel, an assistant professor at the Fr
Double danger: The peril of childbirth for women with rheumatic heart disease :: Women of childbearing age who suffer from Rheumatic Heart Disease in low- to moderate-income countries like Uganda face a double danger: Increased risk of complications during pregnancy — including death — while also bearing a cultural burden and expectation that they'll become mothers.That was among the findings in a recent study led by researcher Allison Webel, an assistant professor at the Fr
Double danger: The peril of childbirth for women with rheumatic heart disease :: Women of childbearing age who suffer from Rheumatic Heart Disease in low- to moderate-income countries like Uganda face a double danger: Increased risk of complications during pregnancy — including death — while also bearing a cultural burden and expectation that they'll become mothers, according to a new study.
Double danger: The peril of childbirth for women with rheumatic heart disease :: Women of childbearing age who suffer from Rheumatic Heart Disease in low- to moderate-income countries like Uganda face a double danger: Increased risk of complications during pregnancy — including death — while also bearing a cultural burden and expectation that they'll become mothers, according to a new study.
Double mastectomy to prevent breast cancer reduces risk of dying from the disease in BRCA1 mutation carriers – but does not reduce further the already low risk in BRCA2 carriers :: Healthy women who carry a breast cancer-causing mutation in the BRCA1 gene, not only reduce their risk of developing the disease but also their chances of dying from it if they have both breasts removed.
Double mastectomy to prevent cancer reduces risk of dying in BRCA1 mutation carriers :: Healthy women who carry a breast cancer-causing mutation in the BRCA1 gene, not only reduce their risk of developing the disease but also their chances of dying from it if they have both breasts removed, according to new research presented at the 11th European Breast Cancer Conference. However, the study also found that for women with a mutation in the BRCA2 gene, there was no difference in their
DowDuPont Signs a Deal to Surveil Farms With Satellites :: Photos from a network of 200 satellites will go into agricultural analytics tools, which could give farmers new insight.
Down’s syndrome has become the newest front in the abortion wars :: Abortions on the basis of disability are back in the spotlight thanks to a new test for Down's syndrome during pregnancy and law changes around the world
Dragonfly-inspired nano coating kills bacteria upon contact :: Studies have shown that the wings of dragonflies and cicadas prevent bacterial growth due to their natural structure. The surfaces of their wings are covered in nanopillars making them look like a bed of nails. When bacteria come into contact with these surfaces, their cell membranes get ripped apart immediately and they are killed. This inspired researchers from the Institute of Bioengineering an
Dragonfly-inspired nano coating kills bacteria upon contact :: Studies have shown that the wings of dragonflies and cicadas prevent bacterial growth due to their natural structure. The surfaces of their wings are covered in nanopillars making them look like a bed of nails. When bacteria come into contact with these surfaces, their cell membranes get ripped apart immediately and they are killed. This inspired researchers from the Institute of Bioengineering an
Draining peatlands gives global rise to greenhouse laughing-gas emissions :: Drained fertile peatlands around the globe are hotspots for the atmospheric emission of laughing-gas – a powerful greenhouse gas called nitrous oxide, which is partly responsible for global warming and destruction of the ozone layer, a new study shows.
Draining peatlands gives global rise to greenhouse laughing-gas emissions :: Drained fertile peatlands around the globe are hotspots for the atmospheric emission of laughing-gas – a powerful greenhouse gas called nitrous oxide, which is partly responsible for global warming and destruction of the ozone layer, a new study shows.
Draining peatlands gives global rise to greenhouse laughing-gas emissions :: Drained fertile peatlands around the globe are hotspots for the atmospheric emission of laughing-gas – a powerful greenhouse gas called nitrous oxide, which is partly responsible for global warming and destruction of the ozone layer, a new study shows.
Draining peatlands gives global rise to greenhouse laughing-gas emissions :: Drained fertile peatlands around the globe are hotspots for the atmospheric emission of laughing-gas – a powerful greenhouse gas called nitrous oxide, which is partly responsible for global warming and destruction of the ozone layer, a new study shows.
Draining peatlands gives global rise to greenhouse laughing-gas emissions :: Drained fertile peatlands around the globe are hotspots for the atmospheric emission of laughing-gas—a powerful greenhouse gas called nitrous oxide, which is partly responsible for global warming and destruction of the ozone layer, a new study shows.
Draining peatlands gives global rise to greenhouse laughing-gas emissions :: Drained fertile peatlands around the globe are hotspots for the atmospheric emission of laughing-gas—a powerful greenhouse gas called nitrous oxide, which is partly responsible for global warming and destruction of the ozone layer, a new study shows.
Dramatic increase in flooding on coastal roads :: Researchers have found that in the past 20 years roads along the East Coast have experienced a 90 percent increase in flooding — often making the roads in these communities impassable, causing delays, as well as stress, and impacting transportation of goods and services.
Dramatic increase in flooding on coastal roads :: Researchers have found that in the past 20 years roads along the East Coast have experienced a 90 percent increase in flooding — often making the roads in these communities impassable, causing delays, as well as stress, and impacting transportation of goods and services.
Dravidian language family is approximately 4,500 years old, new linguistic analysis finds :: The origin of the Dravidian language family, consisting of about 80 varieties spoken by 220 million people across South Asia, can be dated to about 4,500 years ago, based on new linguistic analyses. An international team used data collected first-hand from native speakers and analyzed these using cutting-edge computational methods. The findings shed light on the prehistory of these languages and t
Dream-Like Video Captures Minke Whale Gliding Beneath Antarctic Ice :: It looks like a stereotypical hallucination of a whale floating beneath puffy clouds.
Drinking sugary drinks may be associated with greater risk of death :: Being among the highest vs. the lowest 25 percent of consumers of sugary beverages was associated with increased risk of death in people over 45 in an observational study which establishes a trend but does not prove cause and effect. There was no increased risk of death from consumption of sugar-sweetened foods.
Drinks bottles and can deposit return scheme proposed :: A money-back scheme for returning glass, plastic bottles and cans in England is to be introduced.
Drinks bottles and can deposit return scheme proposed :: A money-back scheme for returning glass, plastic bottles and cans in England is to be introduced.
Dropbox raises price range ahead of stock debut :: Cloud data service Dropbox defied recent volatility among technology shares and raised its expected stock price range ahead of this week's initial public offering, suggesting strong appetite among investors.
Drought-induced changes in forest composition amplify effects of climate change :: The face of American forests is changing, due to climate change-induced shifts in rainfall and temperature that are causing shifts in the abundance of numerous tree species, according to a new article. The result means some forests in the eastern U.S. are already starting to look different, but more important, it means the ability of those forests to soak up carbon is being altered as well, which
Drought-induced changes in forest composition amplify effects of climate change :: The face of American forests is changing, thanks to climate change-induced shifts in rainfall and temperature that are causing shifts in the abundance of numerous tree species, according to a new paper by University of Florida researchers.
Drought-induced changes in forest composition amplify effects of climate change :: The face of American forests is changing, thanks to climate change-induced shifts in rainfall and temperature that are causing shifts in the abundance of numerous tree species, according to a new paper by University of Florida researchers.
Drug may dial down arthritis inflammation :: Scientists have designed a new drug compound that dials down inflammation, suggesting possible future uses against autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis. The new inhibitor is more selective than other compounds designed to target the same inflammatory pathway. Such precision, along with other beneficial characteristics of the new inhibitor, may improve upon some of the downsides of cu
Drug may halt cancer-causing gene linked to obesity :: Scientists are testing a drug that may stop a gene associated with obesity from triggering breast and lung cancer. The findings, which also suggest the drug could prevent these cancers from growing, are based on two studies in Cancer Prevention Research . The first preclinical study , led by Karen Liby, associate professor in the pharmacology and toxicology department at Michigan State University
Drug may halt cancer-causing gene linked to obesity :: Scientists are testing a drug that may stop a gene associated with obesity from triggering breast and lung cancer. The findings, which also suggest the drug could prevent these cancers from growing, are based on two studies in Cancer Prevention Research . The first preclinical study , led by Karen Liby, associate professor in the pharmacology and toxicology department at Michigan State University
Drug that kills mosquitoes could be used to fight malaria :: Researchers have shown the large potential impact of a completely new type of antimalarial drug that kills mosquitoes, as opposed to existing drugs that target the parasite, to reduce the spread of malaria.
Drug that kills mosquitoes could be used to fight malaria :: Researchers have shown the large potential impact of a completely new type of antimalarial drug that kills mosquitoes, as opposed to existing drugs that target the parasite, to reduce the spread of malaria.
Dutch to shut EU's largest gas field over quake risk :: The Dutch government plans to rapidly cut production at Europe's biggest gas field after a raft of damaging earthquakes, aiming to eventually the shut the taps by 2030, top officials announced on Thursday.
Dutch to shut EU's largest gas field over quake risk :: The Dutch government plans to rapidly cut production at Europe's biggest gas field after a raft of damaging earthquakes, aiming to eventually the shut the taps by 2030, top officials announced on Thursday.
Dynamic patterns of cortical expansion during folding of the preterm human brain [Biophysics and Computational Biology :: ]During the third trimester of human brain development, the cerebral cortex undergoes dramatic surface expansion and folding. Physical models suggest that relatively rapid growth of the cortical gray matter helps drive this folding, and structural data suggest that growth may vary in both space (by region on the cortical surface)…
Eager to dye your hair with 'nontoxic' graphene nanoparticles? Not so fast! :: Graphene is something of a celebrity in the world of nanoscale materials. Isolated in 2004 by Nobel Prize winners Andre Geim and Konstantin Novoselov, these ultrathin sheets of carbon atoms are already finding novel uses in areas like electronics, high-efficiency heating systems, water purification technologies and even golf balls. According to recent research published in the journal Chem, hair d
Earlier detection of Ebola may be possible :: In a new study with monkeys with Ebola, scientists discovered a common pattern of immune response among the ones that got sick, occurring four days before the onset of fever—the first observable symptom of infection. The finding raises the possibility of a biomarker for early diagnosis of the disease. Currently, there is no way to diagnose Ebola until symptoms arrive. “Four days! Think about it.
Earlier detection of Ebola may be possible :: In a new study with monkeys with Ebola, scientists discovered a common pattern of immune response among the ones that got sick, occurring four days before the onset of fever—the first observable symptom of infection. The finding raises the possibility of a biomarker for early diagnosis of the disease. Currently, there is no way to diagnose Ebola until symptoms arrive. “Four days! Think about it.
Early growth after pre­term birth is linked to cog­nit­ive func­tion­ing in adult­hood :: Preterm born children are more likely to have problems in cognitive functioning and mental health. Then again, most preterm infants grow up to be just as happy, healthy and smart as their peers. Among the preterm infants, who are at risk?
Early growth after pre­term birth is linked to cog­nit­ive func­tion­ing in adult­hood :: Preterm born children are more likely to have problems in cognitive functioning and mental health. Then again, most preterm infants grow up to be just as happy, healthy and smart as their peers. Among the preterm infants, who are at risk?
Early life experience drives structural variation of neural genomes in mice :: The brain is a genomic mosaic owing to somatic mutations that arise throughout development. Mobile genetic elements, including retrotransposons, are one source of somatic mosaicism in the brain. Retrotransposition may represent a form of plasticity in response to experience. Here, we use droplet digital polymerase chain reaction to show that natural variations in maternal care mediate the mobiliz
Early life experience shapes neural genome ::
Early life experiences influence DNA in the adult brain :: In the perennial question of nature versus nurture, a new study suggests an intriguing connection between the two. Scientists report that the type of mothering a female mouse provides her pups actually changes their DNA. The work lends support to studies about how childhood environments affect brain development in humans and could provide insights into neuropsychiatric disorders such as depression
Early life experiences influence DNA in the adult brain :: Salk scientists discover how maternal behavior changes brain cells in mice.
Early numeracy performance of young kids linked to specific math activities at home :: New research finds links between certain math skills in young children and specific numerical activities undertaken at home with parents. The study also finds that the more parents engage in mathematical activities with their children, the higher their early numeracy performance.
Early numeracy performance of young kids linked to specific math activities at home :: New research finds links between certain math skills in young children and specific numerical activities undertaken at home with parents. The study also finds that the more parents engage in mathematical activities with their children, the higher their early numeracy performance.
Earth had water even before the collision that made the moon :: Comparing moon rocks to volcanic ones from the ocean floor shows that Earth’s water may have stuck around even through the giant impact that formed the moon
Earth had water even before the collision that made the moon :: Comparing moon rocks to volcanic ones from the ocean floor shows that Earth’s water may have stuck around even through the giant impact that formed the moon
Earwigs and the art of origami :: ETH Zurich researchers have developed multifunctional origami structures, which they then fabricated into 4-D printed objects. The design principle mimics the structure of an earwig's wing.
Earwigs and the art of origami :: ETH Zurich researchers have developed multifunctional origami structures, which they then fabricated into 4-D printed objects. The design principle mimics the structure of an earwig's wing.
Earwigs take origami to extremes to fold their wings :: Stretchy joints let earwig wings flip quickly between folded and unfurled.
Easy pets or fast dogs? The problem with labelling greyhounds :: Racing greyhounds suffered around 5,000 injuries last year, and more than 900 were put down. As many as 257 animals were destroyed at the trackside, another 333 were killed due to the cost of treatment or a poor prognosis, and at least 348 were destroyed because they could not be rehomed.
EasyJet chief says European airline shakeup is not over :: The European aviation sector is likely to see further consolidation after a number of airline bankruptcies, the new chief executive of British low-cost airline EasyJet said on Wednesday.
EasyJet chief says European airline shakeup is not over :: The European aviation sector is likely to see further consolidation after a number of airline bankruptcies, the new chief executive of British low-cost airline EasyJet said on Wednesday.
Eating out boosts your exposure to this harmful chemical :: People who eat more fast food are exposed to higher levels of potentially harmful chemicals known as phthalates than people who ate more home-cooked meals, a new study shows. “People who ate the most fast food had phthalate levels that were as much as 40 percent higher…” Researchers studied data from 10,253 participants in a national survey. They asked participants to recall what they ate and whe
Eating pecans had significant effect on biomarkers of heart disease and type 2 diabetes :: A new study published in Nutrients shows that eating just 1.5 ounces of pecans — one small handful — every day may protect adults at risk for developing cardiovascular disease (CVD) and type 2 diabetes (T2D).
E-cigarette aerosol exposure causes craniofacial abnormalities in mice :: At the 47th Annual Meeting of the American Association for Dental Research (AADR), held in conjunction with the 42nd Annual Meeting of the Canadian Association for Dental Research (CADR), Suraj Kandalam, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, presented a poster titled 'E-cigarette Aerosol Exposure Causes Craniofacial Abnormalities in Mice.' The AADR/CADR Annual Meeting is in Fort Lauderdale,
E-cigaretter kan måske give fedtlever :: Nikotin i e-cigaretter kan få fedt til at ophobe sig i leveren, viser museforsøg. Men drop ikke e-smøgen, hvis du bruger den som erstatning for cigaretterne, siger forsker.
Economic justice was always part of MLK Jr.’s message :: As the 50th anniversary of the murder of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. approaches, historian Michael Honey reminds us in a new book that labor rights and economic justice were always part of his progressive message. The book, To the Promised Land: Martin Luther King and the Fight for Economic Justice , (W.W. Norton, 2018) comes out on April 3—the day before the 50-year anniversar
Economic justice was always part of MLK Jr.’s message :: As the 50th anniversary of the murder of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. approaches, historian Michael Honey reminds us in a new book that labor rights and economic justice were always part of his progressive message. The book, To the Promised Land: Martin Luther King and the Fight for Economic Justice , (W.W. Norton, 2018) comes out on April 3—the day before the 50-year anniversar
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Effect of an opioid prescribing protocol on provider prescribing behavior :: At the 47th Annual Meeting of the American Association for Dental Research (AADR), held in conjunction with the 42nd Annual Meeting of the Canadian Association for Dental Research (CADR), Chad Lowell Wagner, University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, Minneapolis, presented a poster titled 'Effect of an Opioid Prescribing Protocol on Provider Prescribing Behavior.' The AADR/CADR Annual Meeting is
Effect of deployment on use of e-cigarettes in US military :: At the 47th Annual Meeting of the American Association for Dental Research (AADR), held in conjunction with the 42nd Annual Meeting of the Canadian Association for Dental Research (CADR), Prescott McWilliams, United States Air Force, San Antonio, Texas and the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU), Postgraduate Dental College (PDC), presented a poster titled 'Effect of Deploym
Effective parenting strategies to reduce disruptive behavior in children :: Most parenting programs aim to teach parents how to reduce their children's disruptive behavior. New research looked at more than 150 studies of these programs, finding differences in what works best according to whether or not children already showed behavior problems.
Effective rehabilitation in COPD :: By 2020, COPD will be the third most common cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. In the current issue of Deutsches Ärzteblatt International (Dtsch Arztebl Int 2018; 115: 117-23), the group of authors led by Rainer Gloeckl investigates the question to which extent pulmonary rehabilitation can contribute to improving the quality of life of persons with COPD.
Effective rehabilitation in COPD :: By 2020, COPD will be the third most common cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. In the current issue of Deutsches Ärzteblatt International (Dtsch Arztebl Int 2018; 115: 117-23), the group of authors led by Rainer Gloeckl investigates the question to which extent pulmonary rehabilitation can contribute to improving the quality of life of persons with COPD.
Effects of periodontitis on the colon microbiome :: At the 47th Annual Meeting of the American Association for Dental Research (AADR), held in conjunction with the 42nd Annual Meeting of the Canadian Association for Dental Research (CADR), Miriam Walker, Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry, Nashville, Tenn., presented a poster titled 'Effects of Periodontitis on the Colon Microbiome.' The AADR/CADR Annual Meeting is in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Efter sne og frost: Skovflåterne er allerede dukket op :: Forskere har fundet årets første skovflåter. Der er ikke mange, men du bør alligevel være opmærksom, lyder meldingen.
Egyptian court rules Uber, Careem illegal; appeal expected :: An Egyptian court on Tuesday ordered authorities to revoke the operating licenses of the Uber and Careem ride-hailing services and block their mobile apps and software.
Eksperter foreslår sundhedsklynger for bedre sammenhængskraft :: Frede Olesen, Kjeld Møller Pedersen og Leif Vestergaard Petersen mener, at der mangler sammenhæng i sundhedsvæsenet. De foreslår, at der bliver oprettet klynger, som politikere i regionerne og kommunerne skal rette sig efter.
Eksperter: Uber skyld i dødsulykke med førerløs bil :: En almindelig bilist ville have undgået fodgængeren, lyder vurderingen fra flere eksperter, efter politiet har frigivet en video af dødsulykken.
Elderly Woman – socalled – Is Not a Synonym for "Clueless Person" :: Yet somehow that's often who we're asked to imagine we're aiming at when trying to simplify complex ideas — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Electric textile lights a lamp when stretched :: Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have developed a fabric that converts kinetic energy into electric power. The greater the load applied to the textile and the wetter it becomes, the more electricity it generates. The results are now published in Flexible Electronics.
Electric textile lights a lamp when stretched :: Working up a sweat from carrying a heavy load? That is when the textile works at its best. Researchers have developed a fabric that converts kinetic energy into electric power. The greater the load applied to the textile and the wetter it becomes the more electricity it generates.
Electric textile lights a lamp when stretched :: Working up a sweat from carrying a heavy load? That is when the textile works at its best. Swedish researchers have developed a fabric that converts kinetic energy into electric power. The greater the load applied to the textile and the wetter it becomes the more electricity it generates. The results are now published in the Nature Partner journal Flexible Electronics.
Elephant and cow manure for making paper sustainably :: It's likely not the first thing you think of when you see elephant dung, but this material turns out to be an excellent source of cellulose for paper manufacturing in countries where trees are scarce, scientists report. And in regions with plenty of farm animals such as cows, upcycling manure into paper products could be a cheap and environmentally sound method to get rid of this pervasive agricul
Elephant and cow manure for making paper sustainably :: It's likely not the first thing you think of when you see elephant or cow dung, but this material turns out to be an excellent source of cellulose for paper manufacturing. Upcycling manure into paper products could be a cheap and environmentally sound method to get rid of this pervasive agricultural waste. The researchers will present their results today at the 255th National Meeting & Exposition
Elephant and cow manure for making paper sustainably :: It's likely not the first thing you think of when you see elephant or cow dung, but this material turns out to be an excellent source of cellulose for paper manufacturing. Upcycling manure into paper products could be a cheap and environmentally sound method to get rid of this pervasive agricultural waste.
Elon Musk Deletes Facebook Pages for SpaceX and Tesla :: SpaceX founder and CEO Elon Musk has joined the #deletefacebook movement. He's deleted the Facebook pages for both SpaceX and Tesla.
Elon Musk deletes SpaceX and Tesla Facebook pages after Cambridge Analytica scandal :: Elon Musk FacebookAfter concerns over data security, Elon Musk has elected to remove his companies from Facebook entirely. Read More
Elon Musk Joins #DeleteFacebook With a Barrage of Tweets :: Elon Musk FacebookMr. Musk deleted the Facebook pages of two of his companies, SpaceX and Tesla. He and the Facebook C.E.O., Mark Zuckerberg, have, er, not always gotten along.
Empty half the Earth of its humans. It's the only way to save the planet |Kim Stanley Robinson :: There are now twice as many people as 50 years ago. But, as EO Wilson has argued, they can all survive – in cities Discussing cities is like talking about the knots in a net: they’re crucial, but they’re only one part of the larger story of the net and what it’s supposed to do. It makes little sense to talk about knots in isolation when it’s the net that matters. Related: The 100 million city: is
Enacting a program's plans for synthesis ::
Enacting a program's plans for synthesis ::
Energidebat: Skal landbruget tvinges ind i klimakampen? :: Skal landbruget pålægges at reducere deres CO2-udledning – for eksempel via en afgift på dyrehold og kunstgødning? Som optakt til forhandlingerne om et nyt energiforlig har vi bedt to centrale aktører og de politiske partier om et bud.
Energidebat: Skal solceller have en langt større plads i energisystemet? :: Vi har, som led i optakten til forhandlingerne om et nyt energiforlig, stillet to centrale aktører og de politiske partier spørgsmålet: Bør forliget arbejde frem mod de 15-20 procent solcellestrøm i energiforsyningen, som forskere finder optimalt for energisystemet?
Energimastodonter: Sæt fokus på energibesparelser frem for VE :: Danfoss, Grundfos, Velux og Rockwool etablerer ny interesseorganisation, der vil dreje fokus væk fra grøn energi og mere over mod energieffektivitet.
Energinet: Vi har ikke et sikkert sted til it-beredskabsplaner :: Den danske energisektor risikerer at blive mere sårbar end sikker, når Energinet kræver at få tilsendt komplette it-beredskabsplaner for 62 el- og gasselskaber. Sådan lyder kritikken fra Dansk Energi.
Energitilsynet politianmelder to energiselskaber for markedsmanipulation :: På baggrund af en konkret mistanke til to markedsaktører om markedsmanipulation har Energitilsynet – højst usædvanligt – overgivet to sager til politimæssig efterforskning.
Energy reduction in public buildings: learning to lead from the front :: Buildings in EU-27 Member States represent up to 24 billion m2 of floor space, responsible for 40 percent of Europe's energy consumption and 36 percent of CO2 emissions – both key contributors to climate change. In response, a number of European directives promoting energy efficiency and ambitious goals for achieving nearly zero-energy buildings will be enforced in the coming years.
Energy reduction in public buildings: learning to lead from the front :: Buildings in EU-27 Member States represent up to 24 billion m2 of floor space, responsible for 40 percent of Europe's energy consumption and 36 percent of CO2 emissions – both key contributors to climate change. In response, a number of European directives promoting energy efficiency and ambitious goals for achieving nearly zero-energy buildings will be enforced in the coming years.
Engineering giant :: A new museum dedicated to IK Brunel reveals the man behind the carefully cultivated public image.
Engineering Yeast to Make Hoppy Beer :: Engineering Yeast to Make Hoppy Beer Genetically modified yeast with basil and mint genes added gives beer a hoppy flavor without the need to add the actual flowers. BeerBrewing_topNteaser.jpg Image credits: Allagash Brewing via flickr Rights information: CC BY 2.0 Culture Tuesday, March 20, 2018 – 12:00 Jason Socrates Bardi, Editor (Inside Science) — The bad news for environmentally conscious b
Engineering yeast tolerance to a promising biomass deconstruction solvent :: To convert plant matter to fuel and other sustainable bioproducts, it must first be broken into digestible sugars for microbes. Gamma-valerolactone (GVL) is a promising chemical solvent for biomass degradation. However, it is toxic to fermentative microbes. Scientists discovered the mechanisms of GVL toxicity to fermentative microbes. They identified gene deletions that created sensitivity or tole
Enough With the Trolley Problem :: You know the drill by now: A runaway trolley is careening down a track. There are five workers ahead, sure to be killed if the trolley reaches them. You can throw a lever to switch the trolley to a neighboring track, but there’s a worker on that one as well who would likewise be doomed. Do you hit the switch and kill one person, or do nothing and kill five? That’s the most famous version of the t
Enzymatic reconstitution of ribosomal peptide backbone thioamidation [Biochemistry :: ]Methyl-coenzyme M reductase (MCR) is an essential enzyme found strictly in methanogenic and methanotrophic archaea. MCR catalyzes a reversible reaction involved in the production and consumption of the potent greenhouse gas methane. The α-subunit of this enzyme (McrA) contains several unusual posttranslational modifications, including the only known naturally occurring example…
Enzymetic activities based on nanocomplex sensors explored :: Researchers compared the susceptibility of different triangle silver nanoprisms (TSNPRs) towards H2O2 and elucidated the influence of capping agents and structural size on the etching process, with the aim of optimizing TSNPRs for H2O2 etching-based biosensors, such as glucose and glucose oxidase.
Epidural stimulation shown to normalize blood pressure following spinal cord injury :: Working with human research participants, researchers have found that spinal cord epidural stimulation can safely and effectively elevate blood pressure in individuals with SCI along with chronic hypotension.
Epilepsy drug exposure in womb is linked to poorer school test results, study reveals :: Researchers have found that exposure to epilepsy drugs in the womb is linked to significantly poorer school test results among 7-year-olds.
Epilepsy drug exposure in womb is linked to poorer school test results, study reveals :: Researchers have found that exposure to epilepsy drugs in the womb is linked to significantly poorer school test results among 7-year-olds.
Eradicating poverty would dramatically reduce TB cases, study finds :: Preventative measures, like poverty reduction, could be just as effective in tackling the disease as drugs and vaccines Programmes to tackle poverty could be just as effective in the fight against tuberculosis as medicines and vaccines, research has found. Eradicating extreme poverty would lead to an 84% reduction in TB cases by 2035, according to a report published to coincide with World Tubercu
Erythrocytic ferroportin reduces intracellular iron accumulation, hemolysis, and malaria risk :: Malaria parasites invade red blood cells (RBCs), consume copious amounts of hemoglobin, and severely disrupt iron regulation in humans. Anemia often accompanies malaria disease; however, iron supplementation therapy inexplicably exacerbates malarial infections. Here we found that the iron exporter ferroportin (FPN) was highly abundant in RBCs, and iron supplementation suppressed its activity. Con
Erythrocytic ferroportin reduces intracellular iron accumulation, hemolysis, and malaria risk :: Malaria parasites invade red blood cells (RBCs), consume copious amounts of hemoglobin, and severely disrupt iron regulation in humans. Anemia often accompanies malaria disease; however, iron supplementation therapy inexplicably exacerbates malarial infections. Here we found that the iron exporter ferroportin (FPN) was highly abundant in RBCs, and iron supplementation suppressed its activity. Con
ESA testing detection of floating plastic litter from orbit :: The millions of tonnes of plastic ending up in the oceans every year are a global challenge. ESA is responding by looking at the detection of marine plastic litter from space, potentially charting its highest concentrations and understanding the gigantic scale of the problem.
ESA's next science mission to focus on nature of exoplanets :: The nature of planets orbiting stars in other systems will be the focus for ESA's fourth medium-class science mission, to be launched in mid 2028.
Estimating the effect of genetic mutations on neurodevelopmental disorders more accurately :: A recent study, co-edited by Canadian researchers (CHU Sainte-Justine, the Université de Montréal) and French researchers (the Institut Pasteur and the university Paris-Diderot), presents a model that can predict the effect of a genetic variant on a person's cognitive traits and estimate the impact of genetic mutations on IQ. This discovery opens the way to a better interpretation of genetic analy
Estimating the effect of genetic mutations on neurodevelopmental disorders more accurately :: A recent study, co-edited by Canadian researchers (CHU Sainte-Justine, the Université de Montréal) and French researchers (the Institut Pasteur and the university Paris-Diderot), presents a model that can predict the effect of a genetic variant on a person's cognitive traits and estimate the impact of genetic mutations on IQ. This discovery opens the way to a better interpretation of genetic analy
Estimating the effect of genetic mutations on neurodevelopmental disorders more accurately :: About 3% to 7% of the general population have neurodevelopmental and psychiatric disorders, including intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder and schizophrenia. Genetic tests commonly performed in these patients identify in 10-15% of cases, mutations contributing to neurodevelopmental disorders. However, the effect of 90% of these mutations is not known because they are very rare. How
Estimating the effect of genetic mutations on neurodevelopmental disorders more accurately :: About 3% to 7% of the general population have neurodevelopmental and psychiatric disorders, including intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder and schizophrenia. Genetic tests commonly performed in these patients identify in 10-15% of cases, mutations contributing to neurodevelopmental disorders. However, the effect of 90% of these mutations is not known because they are very rare. How
Ethical hacking: Må man dele en it-sårbarhed? :: Har man ret til at bringe andre folks system-integritet i fare, hvis det er for at forhindre et større angreb, eller er det endda en undladelsessynd, hvis man lader være? Version2 har snakket Responsible Disclosure Policy med Claus Vesthammer, COO i Improsec.
EU greenlights controversial Bayer-Monsanto takeover :: The EU on Wednesday approved the proposed blockbuster buyout of US agri-giant Monsanto by German chemical firm Bayer after securing concessions in order to win approval.
EU klar til at finansiere gratis wifi i 1.000 europæiske kommuner :: Nu kan danske kommuner søge om midler til at etablere gratis wifi i form af internethotspots. EU står klar med knap 900 millioner kroner til etablering af nye gratis hotspots uden reklamer eller høst af personlige oplysninger.
EU lawmakers, UK regulator press Facebook on data breach :: European lawmakers demanded answers from Facebook on Tuesday over a major data breach, as Britain's information watchdog sought a warrant to search the London offices of the analysis firm involved.
EU to greenlight Bayer-Monsanto takeover: source :: The EU is set to greenlight the proposed blockbuster buyout of US agri-giant Monsanto by German chemical firm Bayer after securing concessions in order to win approval, sources close to the matter said on Tuesday.
EU to unveil digital tax targeting Facebook, Google :: The EU will unveil proposals for a digital tax on US tech giants on Wednesday, bringing yet more turmoil to Facebook after revelations over misused data of 50 million users shocked the world.
EU: new rules will make data breaches 'very expensive' for firms :: EU justice commissioner Vera Jourova warned Wednesday that data protection scandals such as that currently engulfing Facebook would become "very expensive" for companies from May under new EU regulations.
European Space Agency Picks Exoplanet-Studying Spacecraft for 2028 Launch :: The ARIEL mission will peer into the atmospheres of thousands of exoplanets to learn more about their formation and evolution — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Evading detection by an infrared camera, octopus style :: Inspired by organisms that can change the nature of their skin, such as octopuses, researchers have developed a device with tunable infrared reflectivity. The advancement could help hide objects from infrared (heat-sensing) cameras, among other applications.
Evading detection by an infrared camera, octopus style :: Inspired by organisms that can change the nature of their skin, such as octopuses, researchers have developed a device with tunable infrared reflectivity. The advancement could help hide objects from infrared (heat-sensing) cameras, among other applications.
Even flies like a familiar song :: The process that allows sounds experienced during infancy to shape language is poorly understood. Researchers at Nagoya University found that courtship behavior in Drosophila melanogaster can be shaped by earlier auditory experiences. Their findings allowed them to develop a novel and simple neurological model to study how experiences of sound can shape complex modes of communication in animals.
Even flies like a familiar song :: The process that allows sounds experienced during infancy to shape language is poorly understood. Researchers have found that courtship behavior in Drosophila melanogaster can be shaped by earlier auditory experiences. Their findings allowed them to develop a novel and simple neurological model to study how experiences of sound can shape complex modes of communication in animals.
Even flies like a familiar song—how auditory learning shapes fly behavior :: The ability to learn and speak language depends heavily on the sounds and language we experience during early infancy. While this may sound self-evident, we still do not understand exactly what happens neurologically as a developing infant learns how to speak. In a study published in eLife, researchers at Nagoya University devised a new neurological model in fruit flies that may illuminate this pr
Even in best-case emission scenarios, sea levels may still rise until 2300 :: Scientists have long warned of rising sea levels as a major consequence of human-driven climate change, and the effects can already be seen today. Higher temperatures generated by our greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are increasing the volume of ocean waters and melting mountain glaciers, ice caps and ice sheets. Even more daunting, the full impact of our current emissions will only be felt centurie
Everyone Knows How to Secure Elections. So Do It :: With $380 million in the spending bill earmarked for securing digital elections, the time for talk is over.
Everything You Need to Know About Facebook and Cambridge Analytica :: All of WIRED's coverage on the scandal plaguing the social media giant.
Evidence for a giant flood in the central Mediterranean Sea :: Marine scientists have uncovered evidence of one of the largest floods in Earth's history in the central Mediterranean seafloor. The flood, known as the Zanclean flood, is thought to have ended the Messinian Salinity Crisis (MSC), a period during which the Mediterranean Sea became partially dried up. Due to shrinkage of its connection with the Atlantic Ocean, the Mediterranean Sea was transformed
Evidence for a giant flood in the central Mediterranean Sea :: Marine scientists have uncovered evidence of one of the largest floods in Earth's history in the central Mediterranean seafloor. The flood, known as the Zanclean flood, is thought to have ended the Messinian Salinity Crisis (MSC), a period during which the Mediterranean Sea became partially dried up.
Evidence for a giant flood in the central Mediterranean Sea :: Marine scientists have uncovered evidence of one of the largest floods in Earth's history in the central Mediterranean seafloor. The flood, known as the Zanclean flood, is thought to have ended the Messinian Salinity Crisis (MSC), a period during which the Mediterranean Sea became partially dried up.
Evidence that a star disturbed prehistory solar system comets :: About 70,000 years ago, during human occupation of the planet, a small, reddish star approached our solar system and gravitationally disturbed comets and asteroids. Astronomers from the Complutense University of Madrid and the University of Cambridge have verified that the movement of some of these objects is still marked by that stellar encounter.
Exceptionally efficient extraction may improve management of nuclear fuel :: After used nuclear fuel is removed from a reactor, it emits heat for decades and remains radioactive for thousands of years. The used fuel is a mixture of major actinides (uranium, plutonium), fission products (mainly assorted metals, including lanthanides) and minor actinides (i.e., americium, curium and neptunium). After the cesium-137 and strontium-90 fission products decay in a few hundred yea
Exceptionally efficient extraction may improve management of nuclear fuel :: After used nuclear fuel is removed from a reactor, it emits heat for decades and remains radioactive for thousands of years. The used fuel is a mixture of major actinides (uranium, plutonium), fission products (mainly assorted metals, including lanthanides) and minor actinides (i.e., americium, curium and neptunium). After the cesium-137 and strontium-90 fission products decay in a few hundred yea
Excess phosphorus in cat food damages the kidney :: A new study carried out by LMU veterinarians shows that high phosphorus intake, comparable to the average level provided by prepared cat food, can be deleterious to kidney function in healthy cats.
Excitations: First steps of photosynthesis :: Photosynthesis has driven life on this planet for more than 3 billion years — first in bacteria, then in plants — but we don't know exactly how it works.
Exclusive: Other countries could have made ‘Russian’ nerve agent :: Weapons experts have told New Scientist that a number of countries legally created small amounts of Novichok after it was revealed in 1992 and a production method was later published
Exotic material exhibits an optical response in enormous disproportion to the stimulus :: No earlier theory had envisioned that the responses would be so large! Scientists "poked" three crystals with pulses of light. Unexpectedly, the crystals exhibited the largest nonlinear optical response of any known crystal. The response was a huge amount of different colored light with twice the frequency of the pulse. These crystals are members of a new class of materials known as Weyl semimetal
Expanded health systems for sustainable development ::
Expanding rings vital for viable embryos :: Scientists have discovered a process during mammalian embryonic development that is critical for early embryos to develop into healthy blastocysts.
Experimental evolution heals the scars of genome-scale recoding [Evolution :: ]Much of the dramatic plot of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein resulted from the apparent scars and imperfections of the creature her hero brought to life. Similarly, organisms highly modified by synthetic biologists suffer from scars and imperfect functioning that their creators had not intended. However, as presented in PNAS by Wannier…
Experiments underway to turn light into matter :: In laser facilities in the UK, Imperial physicists are testing an 84-year-old theory which was once thought impossible to prove.
Expert panel reliable and accurate in identifying injuries in young children :: The reliability and accuracy of a nine — member expert panel was measured in determining the likelihood of abuse in more than 2,000 cases. The results of the study that published recently in the Journal of Pediatrics found nearly perfect reliability and accuracy of the panel both individually and as a composite.
Expert panel reliable and accurate in identifying injuries in young children :: The reliability and accuracy of a nine — member expert panel was measured in determining the likelihood of abuse in more than 2,000 cases. The results of the study that published recently in the Journal of Pediatrics found nearly perfect reliability and accuracy of the panel both individually and as a composite.
Expert panel reliable and accurate in identifying injuries in young children :: The reliability and accuracy of a nine-member expert panel was measured in determining the likelihood of abuse in more than 2,000 cases. The results of the study found nearly perfect reliability and accuracy of the panel both individually and as a composite.
Expert panel reliable and accurate in identifying injuries in young children :: The reliability and accuracy of a nine-member expert panel was measured in determining the likelihood of abuse in more than 2,000 cases. The results of the study found nearly perfect reliability and accuracy of the panel both individually and as a composite.
Experts: Lift the ban on mitochondrial replacement :: Experts in medicine and law are urging the US to allow for the replacement of mutation-bearing mitochondria to prevent fatal illnesses in children. Mothers with mitochondrial DNA mutations often give birth to children who face incurable and fatal illnesses. But a much-studied form of mitochondrial replacement (MR) could prevent the transmission of such diseases from mothers to children, researche
Experts: Lift the ban on mitochondrial replacement :: Experts in medicine and law are urging the US to allow for the replacement of mutation-bearing mitochondria to prevent fatal illnesses in children. Mothers with mitochondrial DNA mutations often give birth to children who face incurable and fatal illnesses. But a much-studied form of mitochondrial replacement (MR) could prevent the transmission of such diseases from mothers to children, researche
Experts: Uber SUV's autonomous system should have seen woman :: Two experts say video of a deadly crash involving a self-driving Uber vehicle shows the sport utility vehicle's laser and radar sensors should have spotted a pedestrian, and computers should have braked to avoid the crash.
Exploring modular allostery via interchangeable regulatory domains [Biochemistry :: ]Most proteins comprise two or more domains from a limited suite of protein families. These domains are often rearranged in various combinations through gene fusion events to evolve new protein functions, including the acquisition of protein allostery through the incorporation of regulatory domains. The enzyme 3-deoxy-d-arabino-heptulosonate 7-phosphate synthase (DAH7PS) is…
Exploring the Personal Side of Science :: A collegiate swim team, uncontrollable diarrhea, an uncle’s drum solo, green Jell-O, and getting lost in the streets of Bogotá, Colombia, may seem like unlikely elements at a Brain Awareness Week event. But not at the annual “Studying the Brain: A Storytelling Event hosted by The Friedman Brain Institute ,” which highlights personal stories from Mount Sinai students, fellows, and professors. Five
Exploring the thermoelectric properties of tin selenide nanostructures :: Single crystal tin selenide is a semiconductor and an ideal thermoelectric material; it can directly convert waste heat to electrical energy or be used for cooling. When a group of researchers saw the graphene-like layered crystal structure of SnSe, they had one of those magical 'aha!' moments.
Exploring the thermoelectric properties of tin selenide nanostructures :: Single crystal tin selenide is a semiconductor and an ideal thermoelectric material; it can directly convert waste heat to electrical energy or be used for cooling. When a group of researchers saw the graphene-like layered crystal structure of SnSe, they had one of those magical 'aha!' moments.
Exploring the vast potential of non-edible seed oils :: Biomass remains the primary source of energy for developing countries in the South-East Asian region. The share of biomass utilization for energy varies from as large as 50-75 percent in Laos, Myanmar, Cambodia and Vietnam to a much lower percentage (below 15 percent) in Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand and Malaysia. Previously, biomass was used only as primary energy source. However, the current
Exposed: The path of ransomware payments :: The murky ecosystem of ransomware payments comes into focus in a forthcoming paper by university and industry researchers. It provides the first detailed account of the ransomware payment ecosystem, from initial attack to cash-out. Ransomware attacks, which encrypt and hold a computer user's files hostage in exchange for payment, extort millions of dollars from individuals each month, and comprise
Exposed: The path of ransomware payments :: The murky ecosystem of ransomware payments comes into focus in new research led by Damon McCoy, an assistant professor of computer science and engineering at the NYU Tandon School of Engineering. Ransomware attacks, which encrypt and hold a computer user's files hostage in exchange for payment, extort millions of dollars from individuals each month, and comprise one of the fastest-growing forms of
Extent of cross-breeding between wild wolves and domestic dogs across Europe and Asia :: Mating between domesticated dogs and wild wolves over hundreds of years has left a genetic mark on the wolf gene pool, new research has shown.
Extra fiber with meals may boost insulin in type 2 diabetes :: A fiber supplement can help patients with type 2 diabetes increase their insulin secretion, even after a high-fat, high-carbohydrate meal, a small study shows. “Dietary fiber is known to reduce the incidence of diabetes and cardiovascular disease in large epidemiological studies,” says Paresh Dandona, professor and chief of the division of endocrinology in the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomed
Extreme weather brings kelp rafts from the sub-Antarctic to New Zealand :: An unusually large amount of storm activity in southern New Zealand over the past 12 months has provided new insights into how extreme weather events can impact marine biology.
Extreme winter weather, such as 'Beast from the East', can be linked to solar cycle :: Periods of extreme cold winter weather and perilous snowfall, similar to those that gripped the UK in a deep freeze with the arrival of the 'Beast from the East', could be linked to the solar cycle, pioneering new research has shown.
Extreme winter weather, such as 'Beast from the East', can be linked to solar cycle :: Periods of extreme cold winter weather and perilous snowfall, similar to those that gripped the UK in a deep freeze with the arrival of the 'Beast from the East,' could be linked to the solar cycle, pioneering new research has shown.
Eye Tracking Is Coming to Virtual Reality Sooner Than You Think. What Now? :: VR Game Oculus GoThis week made it clear that the technology is racing into to our consumer immersive-tech devices. But with great power comes great responsibility.
Facebook apologises for data scandal in UK newspaper ads :: Facebook Mark ZuckerbergFacebook chief Mark Zuckerberg took out full-page ads in almost all of Britain's national newspapers Sunday to apologise for a huge data privacy scandal.
Facebook apologizes for offensive autocomplete search results :: Facebook search was not safe for work or home on Thursday night.
Facebook as an election weapon, from Obama to Trump :: The use of Facebook data to target voters has triggered global outrage with the Cambridge Analytica scandal. But the concept is nothing new: Barack Obama made extensive use of the social network in 2008 and stepped up "micro-targeting" in his 2012 re-election effort.
Facebook cooperating with New York probe: prosecutor :: Facebook Data PrivacyFacebook has begun to produce documents and wants to be "cooperative" with a New York investigation into the Cambridge Analytica data breach, state attorney general Eric Schneiderman said Thursday.
Facebook cooperating with New York probe: prosecutor :: Facebook Data PrivacyFacebook has begun to produce documents and wants to be "cooperative" with a New York investigation into the Cambridge Analytica data breach, state attorney general Eric Schneiderman said Thursday.
Facebook crisis prompts Silicon Valley soul-searching :: With Facebook mired in its worst-ever crisis, the rest of Silicon Valley is looking to come to terms with the dark side of its data-driven business model where tech titans have mined fortunes from what people reveal online.
Facebook exec says he didn't agree with his provocative memo :: Facebook Mark ZuckerbergFacebook executive Andrew Bosworth says he didn't agree with a provocative memo leaked to Buzzfeed in which he describes the company's mentality to grow and connect people at all costs.
Facebook faces 'Oppenheimer moment' over Trump scandal :: Facebook and psychologists who have worked with it are grappling with their "Oppenheimer moment", experts say, over revelations that its data may have been used to help elect US President Donald Trump.
Facebook fallout—Americans' privacy at risk across entire tech, information industry :: Facebook Data Cambridge AnalyticaAs fallout from the revelation of Cambridge Analytica's misuse of Facebook user information continues, many are mistakenly calling this incident a breach. Facebook is right to claim this incident was no breach — this is Facebook's platform working exactly as designed.
Facebook fined in South Korea for limiting user access :: Facebook Data Cambridge AnalyticaSouth Korea's telecoms regulator has fined Facebook for illegally limiting user access to its services from late 2016 to 2017.
Facebook gets thumbs down for handling of data scandal :: Facebook Mark ZuckerbergWhen it comes to its handling of the scandal over how its users' data was harvested to help elect US President Donald Trump, Facebook gets an almighty thumbs down from crisis management experts.
Facebook has overhauled its privacy settings :: Facebook Data Privacy
Facebook has overhauled its privacy settings :: Facebook Data Privacy
Facebook is killing democracy with its personality profiling data :: What state should you move to based on your personality? What character on "Downton Abbey" would you be? What breed of dog is best for you? Some enormous percentage of Facebook's 2.13 billion users must have seen Facebook friends sharing results of various online quizzes. They are sometimes annoying, senseless and a total waste of time. But they are irresistible. Besides, you're only sharing the r
Facebook is offering itself up for regulation. How would we do that? ::
Facebook is testing ways to compensate video creators so it can cut into YouTube's dominance :: If you're a die-hard fan of a Facebook video creator, the social network may soon give you a way to pay for exclusive content and award you with a digital badge to declare your fandom.
Facebook needed third-party apps to grow. Now it's left with a privacy crisis :: Facebook Data Cambridge AnalyticaFacebook had only 20 million users when it opened up its budding platform to outside app developers in 2007, giving them much-needed access to the social network's growing web of friends and family.
Facebook Privacy Settings: A Complete Guide to Making Your Account More Secure :: Facebook Data AccountDespite the repeated privacy lapses, Facebook offers a fairly robust set of tools to control who knows what about you.
Facebook revamps privacy tools as tighter EU rules draw near :: Facebook Data PrivacyFacebook is giving its privacy tools a makeover as it reels from criticisms over its data practices and faces tighter European regulations in the coming months.
Facebook revamps privacy tools as tighter EU rules draw near :: Facebook Data PrivacyFacebook is giving its privacy tools a makeover as it reels from criticisms over its data practices and faces tighter European regulations in the coming months.
Facebook Struggles to Respond to the Cambridge Analytica Scandal :: As the Cambridge Analytica story broke over the weekend, Facebook has struggled to formulate a response.
Facebook udskyder lyttende højtaler efter data-skandale :: En planlagt lancering af en højtaler, der kan se og lytte med indenfor hjemmets fire vægge, er udskudt på ubestemt tid.
Facebook udskyder lyttende højtaler efter data-skandale :: En planlagt lancering af en højtaler, der kan se og lytte med indenfor hjemmets fire vægge, er udskudt på ubestemt tid.
Facebook Will Make It Easier for You to Control Your Personal Data :: Facebook Data PrivacyThe changes put all the privacy settings in a single place, instead of being spread out across nearly 20 different screens.
Facebook Will Make It Easier for You to Control Your Personal Data :: Facebook Data PrivacyThe changes put all the privacy settings in a single place, instead of being spread out across nearly 20 different screens.
Facebook, Google warn Singapore against 'fake news' law :: Internet giants Facebook and Google on Thursday warned Singapore against introducing new laws to combat "fake news", saying that existing legislation is adequate to address the problem.
Facebook: A community like no other. Should you leave it? :: Facebook Data Cambridge AnalyticaSure. Take that quiz about which hair-metal band is your spirit animal. Share a few snaps of your toddler at the beach and watch the likes pile up. Comment on that pointed political opinion from the classmate you haven't seen since the Reagan administration.
Facebook’s New Data Restrictions Will Handcuff Even Honest Researchers :: Facebook Data Cambridge AnalyticaIt was already hard for researchers to use Facebook's data. It looks like it's about to get harder.
Facebook-misbrug: Sådan kan onlineværktøj afsløre din personlighed :: Metoder brugt i Facebook skandale er inspireret af forskning fra Cambridge University. Onlineværktøj kan aflure din personlighed ved brug af dine likes.
Facebook's Cambridge Analytica Scandal Tops This Week's Internet News Roundup :: Frustration with Mark Zuckerberg's company has dominated the chatter on social media.
Facebook's Election Safeguards Are Still a Work in Progress :: The social media giant Thursday outlined several attempts to help protect the midterm elections, but still has a long way to go.
Facebook's Election Safeguards Are Still a Work in Progress :: The social media giant Thursday outlined several attempts to help protect the midterm elections, but still has a long way to go.
Facebook's limits on using data brokers won't stop tracking :: Facebook's decision to stop working with third-party data collectors might earn it public-relations points, but it does little to protect your privacy.
Facebook's limits on using data brokers won't stop tracking :: Facebook's decision to stop working with third-party data collectors might earn it public-relations points, but it does little to protect your privacy.
Facebook's 'rat-catching team' spies on employees: report :: Facebook Data Cambridge AnalyticaSilicon Valley's tech giants are famously secretive—after all their proprietary products and services are worth billions—but a new report alleges that Facebook goes to Orwellian lengths to keep its workers from talking out of turn, even about their working conditions.
Facebooks sikkerhedschef siger op: Vil have mere gennemsigtighed :: Efter en række problematiske sager, hvor Facebook har været brugt på uhensigtsmæssige måder, har topsikkerhedschefen nu sagt op, da han ikke vil stå på mål for det sociale medies rolle.
Facebook's widening crisis over user data :: Facebook is facing the most serious crisis in its 14-year history as it deals with fallout from a major leak of user data to political consultants associated with the 2016 Trump campaign.
Facebook's Zuckerberg admits mistakes—but no apology (Update) :: Breaking more than four days of silence, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg admitted mistakes and outlined steps to protect user data in light of a privacy scandal involving a Trump-connected data-mining firm.
Facebooksag: Et flertal af brugerne kan også – uvidende – have fået deres data høstet :: Tirsdag får Facebooks ansatte mulighed for at spørge løs om Cambridge Analytica.
Facial expressions as tools for social influence :: A psychology professor reveals facial expressions as tools for social influence.
Facial expressions as tools for social influence :: A psychology professor reveals facial expressions as tools for social influence.
FACT CHECK: Science contradicts EPA warming memo :: Climate scientists say an internal U.S. Environmental Protection Agency memo on how officials should talk to the public about global warming doesn't reflect reality.
Facts About Rhinos :: Their horns are made of the same stuff as human fingernails!
Failure, A Modern Success Story :: Filmmaker Ryan Booth was idly scrolling through his Instagram feed when he saw something that stopped him in his tracks. It was a picture of his friend, Michael Stevenson, in the ICU. “I was completely shocked,” Booth told The Atlantic . “Like most of Mike’s friends and acquaintances, I had no clue that he had been sick.” Booth then contacted Stevenson to check in. “Thanks for letting me chase yo
Fair sharing of water resources is key, says expert :: To really do something about our massive overconsumption of water, we should limit the strain we put on rivers and freshwater basins. Information on the water use of our products should be transparent and clear. And in the end, individual citizens would have to change their lifestyle fundamentally. Taking shorter showers simply is not enough. Prof Arjen Hoekstra of the University of Twente, wrote
Fake news 2.0: personalized, optimized, and even harder to stop :: Artificial intelligence will automate and optimize fake news, warns a technology supplier to the CIA.
Fake news 2.0: personalized, optimized, and even harder to stop :: Artificial intelligence will automate and optimize fake news, warns a technology supplier to the CIA.
Fakta-tjek: Er dadelkugler sundere end slik? :: Der kan være flere kalorier i sundt slik end i vingummi og lakrids, men også flere næringsstoffer.
Fallout from cyberattack on Atlanta computers still unclear (Update) :: More than 24 hours after a ransomware cyberattack targeting the city of Atlanta's computer network was discovered, the fallout still wasn't clear.
Fallout from Facebook data scandal may hit health research :: Facebook Data Cambridge AnalyticaUse of social media data is important to research in many fields but the fallout over the Cambridge Analytica claims may hamper that, says Annabel Latham
False alarms may be a necessary part of earthquake early warnings :: To give enough time to take protective action, earthquake warning systems may have to issue alerts long before it’s clear how strong the quake will be.
False stories claim NASA 'confessed' to spreading lithium :: Some websites are falsely claiming that NASA has "confessed" to "dosing Americans" with lithium and other chemicals.
Famous Mathematician Joseph Fourier Would Have Been 250 Today. Here's Why He Matters :: Fourier's discoveries can still be felt in modern-day radiology, climate science and physics.
Fantastic beasts: everything you need to know about conservation studies :: The conservation sector requires postgrads with passion, curiosity and a commitment to science Giving a new tamarin monkey a health check or investigating why a gemsbok died are some of the more hands-on activities on the MSc in wild animal health at the Institute of Zoology, Zoological Society of London (ZSL). Wild animal care and conservation are fiercely competitive areas and a postgraduate co
Fantastiske patienter giver mig lyst til at gå på arbejde hver dag (citation) :: Overlæge Gitte Ahle er valgt som ny formand for Dansk Psykiatrisk Selskab. Hendes visioner er at forbedre behandlingen for patienterne og styrke rekrutteringen af yngre læger.
Far-off black hole appears to be shredding and devouring a star :: We may be watching a supermassive black hole rip a star limb from limb. As it swallows bits of the star, it will release enough energy to stay bright for months
Far-off black hole appears to be shredding and devouring a star :: We may be watching a supermassive black hole rip a star limb from limb. As it swallows bits of the star, it will release enough energy to stay bright for months
FASEB Journal: Study shows offspring response to maternal diet and male hormone :: A novel study published online in The FASEB Journal identifies sex-specific responses to maternal diet and androgen (male hormone) excess among male and female animal offspring.
Faster, faster, faster ::
'Fat finger' sends Formosa Petrochemical shares plunging in Taiwan :: Taiwan's third largest stock tumbled almost 10 percent in minutes Wednesday and lost $3 billion of its market value due to errors made when placing orders, the stock exchange said.
Fat-sensing hormone helps control tadpole metamorphosis :: When tadpoles are but tadpoles, they're voracious eaters, chomping down all of the plant matter in their paths.
Fat-sensing hormone helps control tadpole metamorphosis :: When tadpoles are but tadpoles, they're voracious eaters, chomping down all of the plant matter in their paths.
Fat-sensing hormone helps control tadpole metamorphosis :: When tadpoles are but tadpoles, they're voracious eaters, chomping down all of the plant matter in their paths.
Fat-sensing hormone helps control tadpole metamorphosis :: When tadpoles are but tadpoles, they're voracious eaters, chomping down all of the plant matter in their paths.
Fat-sensing hormone helps control tadpole metamorphosis :: When tadpoles are but tadpoles, they're voracious eaters, chomping down all of the plant matter in their paths.
Fat-sensing hormone helps control tadpole metamorphosis :: When tadpoles are but tadpoles, they're voracious eaters, chomping down all of the plant matter in their paths.
Fed up with Facebook? Here’s how to fix your online privacy :: Allegations about Cambridge Analytica have led some to rethink their relationship with social media. Here are some tips to calm your data worries
Fed up with Facebook? Here's how to break it off :: Facebook Data CambridgeFed up with Facebook? You're not alone. A growing number of people are deleting it, or at least wrestling with whether they should, in light of its latest privacy debacle—allegations that a Trump-linked data-mining firm stole information on tens of millions of users to influence elections.
Federal Government's Silence on Climate Could Stymie Disaster Planning :: Refusal to acknowledge warming could also widen partisan divide — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Federico Ardila's Favorite Theorem :: An audio tour of matroid theory and music — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Femtosecond laser fabrication—realizing dynamics control of electrons :: Femtosecond lasers are capable of processing any solid material with high quality and high precision using their ultrafast and ultra-intense characteristics. With the continuous development of laser technology, ultrafast laser manufacturing could become one of the primary methods employed in high-end manufacturing in the future.
Femtosecond laser fabrication—realizing dynamics control of electrons :: Femtosecond lasers are capable of processing any solid material with high quality and high precision using their ultrafast and ultra-intense characteristics. With the continuous development of laser technology, ultrafast laser manufacturing could become one of the primary methods employed in high-end manufacturing in the future.
Fewer breast cancer patients need radical surgery if they are pre-treated with targeted drugs :: Extensive surgery involving mastectomy and removal of several lymph nodes can be safely avoided for more women with some types of breast cancer, if they receive targeted drugs before surgery, according to research presented at the 11th European Breast Cancer Conference.
Fifth International Symposium on Arctic Research :: The Fifth International Symposium on Arctic Research (ISAR-5) was held in Tokyo from January 15 to 18, 2018, the largest of Asia's non-Arctic nations. The participants included 344 persons from 18 countries and regions, with 100 young researchers as well. Researchers from various research fields — natural sciences, engineering, social sciences, and humanities — participated in the symposium and
Fifth International Symposium on Arctic Research :: The Fifth International Symposium on Arctic Research (ISAR-5) was held in Tokyo from January 15 to 18, 2018, the largest of Asia's non-Arctic nations. The participants included 344 persons from 18 countries and regions, with 100 young researchers as well. Researchers from various research fields — natural sciences, engineering, social sciences, and humanities — participated in the symposium and
Figuring out how I belong ::
Figuring out how I belong ::
Filling lithium-ion cells faster :: Developers are using neutrons to analyze the filling of lithium ion batteries for hybrid cars with electrolytes. Their experiments show that electrodes are wetted twice as fast in a vacuum as under normal pressure.
Filling lithium-ion cells faster :: Developers from Bosch and scientists at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) are using neutrons to analyze the filling of lithium ion batteries for hybrid cars with electrolytes. Their experiments show that electrodes are wetted twice as fast in a vacuum as under normal pressure.
Filling lithium-ion cells faster :: Developers from Bosch and scientists at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) are using neutrons to analyze the filling of lithium ion batteries for hybrid cars with electrolytes. Their experiments show that electrodes are wetted twice as fast in a vacuum as under normal pressure.
Finally, the mysterious first part of photosynthesis comes into view :: Researchers have been able to capture the moment a photon sparks the first steps of energy conversion in photosynthesis. Photosynthesis has driven life on this planet for more than 3 billion years—first in bacteria, then in plants—but we don’t know exactly how it works. The new research could shed more light on the process. In photosynthesis, light strikes colored molecules that are embedded with
Find My Friends, Brain edition :: Have you ever felt hyper-aware of where another person is, almost like you’ve got some internal GPS that’s automatically tracking their location? Perhaps you’ve felt this way (however creepily) when you’ve had a major crush on someone, to the point that you’re exceptionally tuned in to where that person is in a room at any […]
Finding the Achilles heel of cancer :: A research team has discovered important features of cancer cells that may help clinicians fighting cancer. The researchers observed that the number and size of tiny structures that exist inside cells, called centrioles, are increased in the most aggressive subtypes of cancer.
Finding the Achilles heel of cancer :: A research team has discovered important features of cancer cells that may help clinicians fighting cancer. The researchers observed that the number and size of tiny structures that exist inside cells, called centrioles, are increased in the most aggressive subtypes of cancer.
Finding the Achilles heel of cancer :: A research team led by Monica Bettencourt Dias, from Instituto Gulbenkian de Ciencia, discovered important features of cancer cells that may help clinicians fighting cancer. The researchers observed that the number and size of tiny structures that exist inside cells, called centrioles, are increased in the most aggressive subtypes of cancer. This study will be published in Nature Communications on
Finding the Achilles heel of cancer :: A research team led by Monica Bettencourt Dias, from Instituto Gulbenkian de Ciencia, discovered important features of cancer cells that may help clinicians fighting cancer. The researchers observed that the number and size of tiny structures that exist inside cells, called centrioles, are increased in the most aggressive subtypes of cancer. This study will be published in Nature Communications on
Fins up! Georgia Aquarium to create shark habitat in Atlanta :: The Georgia Aquarium has announced it's adding a new shark exhibit featuring a viewing gallery to give visitors a close-up view of the animals. It's set to open in 2020, and the aquarium says it wants to showcase the important role sharks serve in oceans.
Fire alarm wallpaper detects, resists, and warns of house fires :: Researchers have designed a "fire alarm wallpaper" made of environmentally friendly, nonflammable materials—including some of the materials found in bone, teeth, and hormones—that can detect a fire, prevent the fire from spreading, and give off an alarm when a fire occurs. When exposed to heat, the wallpaper is transformed from an electrically insulating state into an electrically conductive one,
Fire alarm wallpaper detects, resists, and warns of house fires :: Researchers have designed a "fire alarm wallpaper" made of environmentally friendly, nonflammable materials—including some of the materials found in bone, teeth, and hormones—that can detect a fire, prevent the fire from spreading, and give off an alarm when a fire occurs. When exposed to heat, the wallpaper is transformed from an electrically insulating state into an electrically conductive one,
Fire lag asfaltpap kan afgøre Vikingeskibsmuseets fremtid :: Udgangen på en strid om tætheden af de fire lag asfaltpap, der udgør membranen under Vikingeskibsmuseet, kan blive afgørende for, om museet skal rives ned eller renoveres.
Firefox maker Mozilla to stop Facebook advertising because of data scandal :: Mozilla, the makers of the popular Firefox web browser, said it will stop advertising on Facebook following a data scandal impacting tens of millions of users.
First direct Australia-Europe passenger service takes off :: The "Kangaroo Route" from Australia to Britain became a shorter hop Saturday when the first direct passenger service left Perth for London, with the 17-hour flight set to break aviation records.
First in Fly: Drosophila Research and Biological Discovery ::
First in Fly: Drosophila Research and Biological Discovery ::
First 'non-gene' mutations behind neurodevelopmental disorders discovered :: In the largest study of its kind, genetic changes causing neurodevelopmental disorders have been discovered by scientists at the Wellcome Sanger Institute and their collaborators. The study of almost 8,000 families, published today in Nature, found for the first time that mutations outside of genes can cause rare developmental disorders of the central nervous system. The study is a positive step t
First 'non-gene' mutations behind neurodevelopmental disorders discovered :: In the largest study of its kind, genetic changes causing neurodevelopmental disorders have been discovered. The study of almost 8,000 families found for the first time that mutations outside of genes can cause rare developmental disorders of the central nervous system. The study is a positive step towards providing an explanation for children with undiagnosed neurodevelopmental disorders.
First population-scale sequencing project explores platypus history :: The platypus is the ultimate evolutionary mashup of birds, reptiles and mammals. The iconic, egg-laying, venom producing, duck-billed platypus first had its genome sequenced in 2008, revealing its unique genetic makeup and its divergence from the rest of the mammals around 160 million years ago.
First population-scale sequencing project explores platypus history :: The platypus is the ultimate evolutionary mashup of birds, reptiles and mammals. The iconic, egg-laying, venom producing, duck-billed platypus first had its genome sequenced in 2008, revealing its unique genetic makeup and its divergence from the rest of the mammals around 160 million years ago. Now, a greater effort to understand its ecological and population history has been made possible by the
First proof a synthesized antibiotic is capable of treating superbugs :: A 'game changing' new antibiotic which is capable of killing superbugs has been successfully synthesized and used to treat an infection for the first time — and could lead to the first new class of antibiotic drug in 30 years.
First proof a synthesized antibiotic is capable of treating superbugs :: A 'game changing' new antibiotic which is capable of killing superbugs has been successfully synthesized and used to treat an infection for the first time — and could lead to the first new class of antibiotic drug in 30 years.
First test success for largest Mars mission parachute :: The largest parachute ever to fly on a Mars mission has been deployed in the first of a series of tests to prepare for the upcoming ExoMars mission that will deliver a rover and a surface science platform to the Red Planet.
First test success for largest Mars mission parachute :: The largest parachute ever to fly on a Mars mission has been deployed in the first of a series of tests to prepare for the upcoming ExoMars mission that will deliver a rover and a surface science platform to the Red Planet.
First-ever observations of a living anglerfish, a female with her tiny mate, coupled for life :: Down deep off the south slope of São Jorge Island in the Azores, west of Portugal in the North Atlantic Ocean, a fearsome-looking fish and her parasitically attached mate drift almost helplessly, salvaging precious energy in their dark, food-scarce environment.
Fish accounted for surprisingly large part of the Stone Age diet :: New research at Lund University in Sweden can now show what Stone Age people actually ate in southern Scandinavia 10,000 years ago. The importance of fish in the diet has proven to be greater than expected. So, if you want to follow a Paleo diet, you could quite simply eat a lot of fish.
Fish hooks – socalled – speed up the search for new drugs :: Researchers have developed a new screening method that speeds up the search for drugs, making it cheaper and more efficient. At the center of the method is a new DNA-encoded chemical library (DECL) that contains 35 million different drug candidates. Such collections are nothing new, but the structure and scope of the substances contained in this one are something special. Going fishing Each of th
Fish hooks – socalled – speed up the search for new drugs :: Researchers have developed a new screening method that speeds up the search for drugs, making it cheaper and more efficient. At the center of the method is a new DNA-encoded chemical library (DECL) that contains 35 million different drug candidates. Such collections are nothing new, but the structure and scope of the substances contained in this one are something special. Going fishing Each of th
Five billion people face water shortages by 2050, warns UN :: Billions more will go thirsty unless we increase use of forests and soils to capture and recycle water
Five new species of frogs identified in museum collections :: Researchers from Yale-NUS College and the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences have discovered five new species of Southeast Asian frogs from a group of museum specimens that had long been considered to only contain two species. This research by lead author Yale-NUS College Assistant Professor of Science (Environmental Studies) Jennifer Sheridan and her co-author Dr Bryan Stuart, Research Cur
Five new species of frogs identified in museum collections :: Researchers from Yale-NUS College and the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences have discovered five new species of Southeast Asian frogs from a group of museum specimens that was believed to only contain two species. To distinguish the five new species from the original two, they examined almost 400 frogs from 11 natural history museum collections and sequenced five genes from close to 350 in
Five rad and random DIY kits I found this week :: Gadgets The end-of-week dispatch from PopSci's commerce editor. Vol. 43. Throughout the week I spend hours scouring the web for things that are ingenious or clever or ridiculously cheap.
Fixing soybean's need for nitrogen :: Soybean is rich in protein, which is great for the humans and animals eating it. But this high protein content comes at a cost.
Fixing soybean's need for nitrogen :: To make protein, soybean plants need a lot of nitrogen. Beneficial bacteria in root nodules typically assist. A new study shows it's possible to increase the number of soybean root nodules–and the bacteria that live there–to further increase crop yields. This could remove the need to apply additional nitrogen fertilizers.
Fixing soybean's need for nitrogen :: To make protein, soybean plants need a lot of nitrogen.Beneficial bacteria in root nodules typically assist. A new study shows it's possible to increase the number of soybean root nodules–and the bacteria that live there–to further increase crop yields. This could remove the need to apply additional nitrogen fertilizers.
Fjerne exoplaneter har vand – men alt for meget af det :: Et solsystem med jordlignende planeter har formentlig vand på overfladen. Men nye beregninger viser, at der måske er så meget vand, at liv ikke kan eksistere.
Flat-Earther Blasts Himself into the Sky on Homemade Rocket (and He Survives) :: "Mad" Mike Hughes launched himself from the Mojave Desert on a self-made rocket before landing back to Earth, a little dinged up.
Fleet of automated electric taxis could deliver environmental and energy benefits :: It may be only a matter of time before urban dwellers can hail a self-driving taxi, so researchers at the Department of Energy's Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) and UC Berkeley decided to analyze the cost, energy, and environmental implications of a fleet of self-driving electric vehicles operating in Manhattan.
Fleet of automated electric taxis could deliver environmental and energy benefits :: It may be only a matter of time before urban dwellers can hail a self-driving taxi, so researchers at the Department of Energy's Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) and UC Berkeley decided to analyze the cost, energy, and environmental implications of a fleet of self-driving electric vehicles operating in Manhattan.
Fleet of automated electric taxis could deliver environmental and energy benefits :: It may be only a matter of time before urban dwellers can hail a self-driving taxi, so researchers at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and UC Berkeley decided to analyze the cost, energy, and environmental implications of a fleet of self-driving electric vehicles operating in Manhattan. They found that shared automated electric vehicles, or SAEVs, could get the job done at a lower cost – by a
Fleet of automated electric taxis could deliver environmental and energy benefits :: It may be only a matter of time before urban dwellers can hail a self-driving taxi, so researchers at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and UC Berkeley decided to analyze the cost, energy, and environmental implications of a fleet of self-driving electric vehicles operating in Manhattan. They found that shared automated electric vehicles, or SAEVs, could get the job done at a lower cost – by a
Fleet of automated electric taxis could deliver environmental and energy benefits :: It may be only a matter of time before urban dwellers can hail a self-driving taxi, so researchers decided to analyze the cost, energy, and environmental implications of a fleet of self-driving electric vehicles operating in Manhattan. They found that shared automated electric vehicles, or SAEVs, could get the job done at a lower cost — by an order of magnitude — than present-day taxis while als
Fleet of automated electric taxis could deliver environmental and energy benefits :: It may be only a matter of time before urban dwellers can hail a self-driving taxi, so researchers decided to analyze the cost, energy, and environmental implications of a fleet of self-driving electric vehicles operating in Manhattan. They found that shared automated electric vehicles, or SAEVs, could get the job done at a lower cost — by an order of magnitude — than present-day taxis while als
Flexible ultrasound patch could make it easier to inspect damage in odd-shaped structures :: Researchers have developed a stretchable, flexible patch that could make it easier to perform ultrasound imaging on odd-shaped structures, such as engine parts, turbines, reactor pipe elbows and railroad tracks — objects that are difficult to examine using conventional ultrasound equipment. The ultrasound patch is a versatile and more convenient tool to inspect machine and building parts for defe
Flexible ultrasound patch could make it easier to inspect damage in odd-shaped structures :: Researchers have developed a stretchable, flexible patch that could make it easier to perform ultrasound imaging on odd-shaped structures, such as engine parts, turbines, reactor pipe elbows and railroad tracks — objects that are difficult to examine using conventional ultrasound equipment. The ultrasound patch is a versatile and more convenient tool to inspect machine and building parts for defe
Flight delays: Study finds out why some African birds stay home longer :: Parents of millennials still living at home aren't the only ones with children that refuse to leave. Many animal species have adult offspring that are slow to take flight, but when and how they leave has been poorly understood by scientists. Now, new UBC research on a desert-dwelling African bird is yielding some answers.
Flight delays: Study finds out why some African birds stay home longer :: Parents of millennials still living at home aren't the only ones with children that refuse to leave. Many animal species have adult offspring that are slow to take flight, but when and how they leave has been poorly understood by scientists. Now, new UBC research on a desert-dwelling African bird is yielding some answers.
Flight delays: Study finds out why some African birds stay home longer :: Parents of millennials still living at home aren't the only ones with children that refuse to leave. Many animal species have adult offspring that are slow to take flight, but when and how they leave has been poorly understood by scientists. Now, new research on a desert-dwelling African bird is yielding some answers.
Flights cancelled as sandstorm engulfs Sudanese capital :: A thick sandstorm engulfed the Sudanese capital on Thursday, forcing authorities to cancel flights and shut schools in Khartoum and other nearby towns.
Flights cancelled as sandstorm engulfs Sudanese capital :: A thick sandstorm engulfed the Sudanese capital on Thursday, forcing authorities to cancel flights and shut schools in Khartoum and other nearby towns.
Flipping lipids for cell transport-tubules :: An enzyme that flips lipids from the outer to the inner layer of the cell membrane launches the process that permits cells to engulf external substances.
Flipping lipids for cell transport-tubules :: An enzyme that flips lipids from the outer to the inner layer of the cell membrane launches the process that permits cells to engulf external substances.
Flipping lipids for cell transport-tubules :: An enzyme that flips lipids from the outer to the inner layer of the cell membrane launches the process that permits cells to engulf external substances.
Flipping lipids for cell transport-tubules :: An enzyme that flips lipids from the outer to the inner layer of the cell membrane launches the process that permits cells to engulf external substances.
Flipping lipids for cell transport-tubules :: Researchers are getting closer to understanding the molecular processes that cause parts of cell membranes to morph into tiny tubes that can transport molecules in and out of cells.
Flipping lipids for cell transport-tubules :: Researchers are getting closer to understanding the molecular processes that cause parts of cell membranes to morph into tiny tubes that can transport molecules in and out of cells.
Flood protection is everyone's responsibility :: Scientists have studied the complex interplay between flooding events and economic decisions. Private businesses should not shoulder the responsibility for flood protection alone. In prosperous countries in particular, it makes sense for central government to establish the necessary infrastructure for flood protection.
Flood protection is everyone's responsibility :: Scientists in Vienna have studied the complex interplay between flooding events and economic decisions. Private businesses should not shoulder the responsibility for flood protection alone. In prosperous countries in particular, it makes sense for central government to establish the necessary infrastructure for flood protection.
Flood protection is everyone's responsibility :: The complex interactions between floods and society are currently being investigated at TU Wien. The economy needs the central government to organise flood protection. Humans have an impact on water sources through dams, regulations and agriculture. And the risk of flooding affects society and economic decisions. The complicated interplay of these factors is being investigated at TU Wien.
Flu and pneumonia infections increase risk of having a heart attack and stroke :: People who have had flu or pneumonia may be six times more likely to suffer from a heart attack or stroke in the days after infection, according to new research published in the European Respiratory Journal.
fMRI during Transcendental Meditation shows contradictory pattern of increased alertness and decreased arousal :: submitted by /u/saijanai [link] [comments]
'Fog harp' increases collection capacity for clean water :: Fog harvesting may look like whimsical work.
'Fog harp' increases collection capacity for clean water :: Fog harvesting may look like whimsical work.
'Fog harp' increases collection capacity for clean water :: The study demonstrates how a vertical array of parallel wires may change the forecast for fog harvesters. In a design the researchers have dubbed the 'fog harp,' these vertical wires shed tiny water droplets faster and more efficiently than the traditional mesh netting used in fog nets today.
'Fog harp' increases collection capacity for clean water :: The study demonstrates how a vertical array of parallel wires may change the forecast for fog harvesters. In a design the researchers have dubbed the 'fog harp,' these vertical wires shed tiny water droplets faster and more efficiently than the traditional mesh netting used in fog nets today.
'Fog harp' increases collection capacity for clean water :: The study demonstrates how a vertical array of parallel wires may change the forecast for fog harvesters. In a design the researchers have dubbed the 'fog harp,' these vertical wires shed tiny water droplets faster and more efficiently than the traditional mesh netting used in fog nets today.
'Fog harp' increases collection capacity for clean water :: The study demonstrates how a vertical array of parallel wires may change the forecast for fog harvesters. In a design the researchers have dubbed the 'fog harp,' these vertical wires shed tiny water droplets faster and more efficiently than the traditional mesh netting used in fog nets today.
Footprints put people on Canada’s west coast 13,000 years ago :: Island tracks indicate early New World settlers’ traveled down the North American Pacific coast about 13,000 years ago.
Footprints put people on Canada’s west coast 13,000 years ago :: Island tracks indicate early New World settlers’ traveled down the North American Pacific coast about 13,000 years ago.
For better AI, diversify the people building it :: Speakers at EmTech Digital offered up tangible solutions to the problem of bias in AI.
For better AI, diversify the people building it :: Speakers at EmTech Digital offered up tangible solutions to the problem of bias in AI.
For cancer, think globally, act locally ::
For food-related emissions, this U.S. diet is the worst :: On any given day, 20 percent of Americans account for nearly half of US diet-related greenhouse gas emissions, and eating lots of beef is largely responsible, according to a new study. To estimate the impact of US dietary choices on greenhouse gas emissions, the researchers built a database that assessed the environmental impacts involved in producing more than 300 types of food. Then they linked
For graphite pellets, just add elbow grease :: It's easy and economical to make shiny pellets of graphite from functionalized graphene, according to scientists at Rice University.
For graphite pellets, just add elbow grease :: Researchers crush and press functionalized graphene to make strong, light graphite pellets that hold promise for electronic and catalytic applications.
For graphite pellets, just add elbow grease :: Rice University researchers crush and press functionalized graphene to make strong, light graphite pellets that hold promise for electronic and catalytic applications.
For One Father And Son In Puerto Rico, A Storm Was Just The Latest Trial :: The Martinez family has been waiting more than a year for a neurologist to diagnose the son's condition. He needs a diagnosis to be eligible for the health care he needs, but can't get an appointment. (Image credit: Sarah Varney/Kaiser Health News)
For patients with drug-resistant infections, infectious diseases experts may be lifesaving :: Researchers analyzed records for approximately 4,200 patients with infections resistant to multiple antibiotics from 2006 to 2015 at one academic medical center. Thirty-day mortality rates were about 50 percent lower among patients with certain multidrug-resistant infections who had infectious diseases (ID) specialists involved in their care. Among patients with Enterobacteriaceae infections resis
For survivors of Ebola, the crisis isn't over |Soka Moses :: In 2014, as a newly trained physician, Soka Moses took on one of the toughest jobs in the world: treating highly contagious patients at the height of Liberia's Ebola outbreak. In this intense, emotional talk, he details what he saw on the frontlines of the crisis — and reveals the challenges and stigma that thousands of survivors still face.
For tough drug-resistant infections, specialists save lives :: Infectious disease specialists helped cut the 30-day death rate of patients with tough-to-treat, drug-resistant infections by more than half, report researchers. “The research emphasizes the positive influence infectious diseases physicians have on patient care and outcomes,” says Jason P. Burnham, the study’s first author and an instructor in medicine at Washington University School of Medicine
Force matters in hospital-acquired infections ::
Force matters in hospital-acquired infections ::
Forced sterilization programs in California once harmed thousands – particularly Latinas :: In 1942, 18-year-old Iris Lopez, a Mexican-American woman, started working at the Calship Yards in Los Angeles. Working on the home front building Victory Ships not only added to the war effort, but allowed Iris to support her family.
Ford, Mahindra partner on small electric vehicle, some SUVs :: Ford and Mahindra Group are teaming up to develop a small electric vehicle and some new SUVs.
Foreign companies in China brace for VPN crackdown :: Chinese people and foreign firms are girding for a weekend deadline that will curb the use of unlicensed software to circumvent internet controls, as the government plugs holes in its "Great Firewall".
Forget Self Driving. The Future is in Self Parking :: Companies are already testing systems like collaborative parking, remote-control summoning, and special picker-upper robots.
Forgetting details, getting the gist may prompt false memories in older adults :: Older adults often complain about forgetting, but Penn State psychologists suggest that another problem may be misremembering.
Forgetting details, getting the gist may prompt false memories in older adults :: Older adults often complain about forgetting, but psychologists now suggest that another problem may be misremembering.
Former Medical Dean at Michigan State in Jail for Porn, Sexual Assault :: Following the conviction of MSU's Larry Nassar for sexual abuse, his former boss, William Strampel, is charged with misconduct and possessing videos of female students.
Former Medical Dean at Michigan State in Jail for Porn, Sexual Assault :: Following the conviction of MSU's Larry Nassar for sexual abuse, his former boss, William Strampel, is charged with misconduct and possessing videos of female students.
Forskere advarer: »Vi må forberede os på konsekvenserne af enorme vulkanudbrud« :: Risikoen for vulkanudbrud ti gange kraftigere end de største udbrud, Jorden normalt oplever inden for et 100 års-interval, er ringe – men vi bør ikke negligere den.
Forskere: Plastpose-konklusion var for kæk :: Det førte til megen diskussion, da Miljøstyrelsen meldte ud, at plastposer var markant bedre for miljøet end muleposer. Senere er der dog kommet mere frem i sagen.
Forskere: Vi behandler ondt i ryggen helt forkert :: Ondt i lænden skal behandles med træning og fysioterapi frem for medicin og operation, viser stort forskningsprojekt.
Forum: How Discrimination Damages Health In LGBTQ Communities :: How do LGBTQ adults experience discrimination and how does it impact their health? Join us for a discussion with experts in a webcast from Harvard's Chan School of Public Health at noon ET Wednesday. (Image credit: Courtesy of Harvard T.H.Chan School of Public Health)
Fossils highlight Canada-Russia connection 53 million years ago :: A new 53 million-year-old insect fossil called a scorpionfly discovered at B.C.'s McAbee fossil bed site bears a striking resemblance to fossils of the same age from Pacific-coastal Russia, giving further evidence of an ancient Canada-Russia connection.
Fossils highlight Canada-Russia connection 53 million years ago :: A new 53 million-year-old insect fossil called a scorpionfly discovered at B.C.'s McAbee fossil bed site bears a striking resemblance to fossils of the same age from Pacific-coastal Russia, giving further evidence of an ancient Canada-Russia connection.
Fossils highlight Canada-Russia connection 53 million years ago :: A new 53 million-year-old insect fossil called a scorpionfly discovered at B.C.'s McAbee fossil bed site bears a striking resemblance to fossils of the same age from Pacific-coastal Russia, giving further evidence of an ancient Canada-Russia connection.
Fossils highlight Canada-Russia connection 53 million years ago :: A new 53 million-year-old insect fossil called a scorpionfly discovered at B.C.'s McAbee fossil bed site bears a striking resemblance to fossils of the same age from Pacific-coastal Russia, giving further evidence of an ancient Canada-Russia connection.
Fossils highlight Canada-Russia connection 53 million years ago :: A new 53 million-year-old insect fossil called a scorpionfly discovered at B.C.'s McAbee fossil bed site bears a striking resemblance to fossils of the same age from Pacific-coastal Russia, giving further evidence of an ancient Canada-Russia connection.
Fossils highlight Canada-Russia connection 53 million years ago :: A new 53 million-year-old insect fossil called a scorpionfly discovered at B.C.'s McAbee fossil bed site bears a striking resemblance to fossils of the same age from Pacific-coastal Russia, giving further evidence of an ancient Canada-Russia connection.
Foul ball! Strike out 105-year-old ‘Baseball Rule’? :: About 1,750 fans are hurt each year by foul balls at Major League Baseball games every year. That’s about two injuries for every three games. In light of opening day on Thursday, a new study suggests it’s time to abolish the so-called “Baseball Rule,” a legal doctrine established in 1913 to immunize teams from liability. A fan seated 60 feet from home plate has four-tenths of a second to react to
Foul ball! Strike out 105-year-old ‘Baseball Rule’? :: About 1,750 fans are hurt each year by foul balls at Major League Baseball games every year. That’s about two injuries for every three games. In light of opening day on Thursday, a new study suggests it’s time to abolish the so-called “Baseball Rule,” a legal doctrine established in 1913 to immunize teams from liability. A fan seated 60 feet from home plate has four-tenths of a second to react to
Four in 10 cancer cases could be prevented by lifestyle changes :: Actions like drinking less alcohol and keeping weight down could help prevent 2,500 cases a week, figures show Almost four in 10 cancer cases in the UK could be prevented if British people changed their lifestyles by drinking less alcohol, keeping their weight down, ditching cigarettes and avoiding overdoing it on a sunbed, among other actions, research has revealed. New figures from Cancer Resea
Four types of employees who are potential insider threats :: Academics have identified four types of employees who can become a threat to their companies – and explained the reasons why their workplace behaviour declines.
Four types of employees who are potential insider threats :: Academics have identified four types of employees who can become a threat to their companies – and explained the reasons why their workplace behaviour declines.
Foxconn selects general contractor, engineering consultants :: Foxconn Technology Group has selected some key companies to begin building its massive flat screen manufacturing complex in Racine County, the Taiwanese company announced Tuesday.
Foxp1 controls mature B cell survival and the development of follicular and B-1 B cells [Immunology and Inflammation :: ]The transcription factor Foxp1 is critical for early B cell development. Despite frequent deregulation of Foxp1 in B cell lymphoma, the physiological functions of Foxp1 in mature B cells remain unknown. Here, we used conditional gene targeting in the B cell lineage and report that Foxp1 disruption in developing and…
France prepares 1.5 billion euro push to foster AI research :: President Emmanuel Macron is to unveil Thursday a bold plan to make France a centre of reference for artificial intelligence research, aimed at drawing homegrown and foreign talent in a field dominated by US and Chinese players.
France prepares 1.5 billion euro push to foster AI research :: President Emmanuel Macron is to unveil Thursday a bold plan to make France a centre of reference for artificial intelligence research, aimed at drawing homegrown and foreign talent in a field dominated by US and Chinese players.
Freeloading orchid relies on mushrooms above and below ground :: The non-photosynthesizing orchid species Gastrodia pubilabiata smells like rotting mushrooms or fermented fruit, and is pollinated by fruit flies who mistakenly lay their eggs in its flowers. If there are rotting mushrooms near the orchid, its pollination rate increases. As well as using mushrooms to attract insect pollinators, G. pubilabiata survives by absorbing nutrients from the fungal hyphae
Freeloading orchid relies on mushrooms above and below ground :: The orchid species Gastrodia pubilabiata mimics rotting mushrooms or fermented fruit, and is pollinated by fruit flies who mistakenly lay their eggs in its flowers. If there are rotting mushrooms near the orchid, its pollination rate increases. As well as using mushrooms to attract insect pollinators, G. pubilabiata survives by absorbing nutrients from the fungal hyphae of mushrooms. This is the f
Freezing frog cells for conservation :: For the first time, Australian frog cells have been successfully frozen and re-grown in culture, offering hope of a new technique to safeguard endangered amphibians.
Freezing hunger-signaling nerve may help ignite weight loss :: Freezing the nerve that carries hunger signals to the brain may help patients with mild-to-moderate obesity lose weight, according to a study presented at the Society of Interventional Radiology's 2018 Annual Scientific Meeting. The treatment was determined safe and feasible in the initial pilot phase.
Freezing hunger-signaling nerve may help ignite weight loss :: Freezing the nerve that carries hunger signals to the brain may help patients with mild-to-moderate obesity lose weight, according to a newly presented study. The treatment was determined safe and feasible in the initial pilot phase.
Freezing This Nerve Could Trick Your Body into Losing Weight :: To lose weight, freeze your nerves? That's the idea behind a new approach that may hold promise for weight loss.
Frequency of alpha brain waves could be used to assess a person’s predisposition to pain :: The frequency of alpha brain waves can be used as a measure of an individual’s vulnerability to developing and experiencing pain, researchers have discovered.
Frequency of alpha brain waves could be used to assess a person’s predisposition to pain :: The frequency of alpha brain waves can be used as a measure of an individual’s vulnerability to developing and experiencing pain, researchers have discovered.
Fresh water can pull stains out of fabric with an electric field :: Rinsing fabrics with lots of fresh water after soaping them up creates a small electric field that pulls dirt particles lodged deep between fabric fibres
Frog skin secretions offer the first ray of hope in a deadly fungal epidemic :: Animals A few amphibians in Panama are suddenly showing signs of resistance. In Panama, some frogs are defying the odds and becoming resistant to a deadly fungus that has plagued their populations.
Frog skin secretions offer the first ray of hope in a deadly fungal epidemic :: Animals A few amphibians in Panama are suddenly showing signs of resistance. In Panama, some frogs are defying the odds and becoming resistant to a deadly fungus that has plagued their populations.
Frogs Fight Back From Fungal Attack :: A decade after chytridiomycosis killed scores of amphibians in Panama, some species are recovering. New research indicates why.
Frogs Fight Back From Fungal Attack :: A decade after chytridiomycosis killed scores of amphibians in Panama, some species are recovering. New research indicates why.
From infection-dodging stem cells, new tactics for research on viral disease :: For a stem cell, the future is wide open. It can divide infinitely to create more stem cells, or it can grow up into other kinds of cells, taking its place in the heart, brain, or other organs. But the stem cell loses something during that maturation: its remarkable ability to fight off viruses.
From rock-stable to reactive phosphorus ::
From signal propagation to consciousness: New findings point to a potential connection :: Researchers have discovered a novel mechanism through which information can be effectively transmitted across many areas in the brain — a finding that offers a potentially new way of understanding how consciousness arises.
Fukushima seven years later—case closed? :: On March 11, 2011, a nuclear disaster struck Japan. The 9.0 magnitude Tohoku earthquake triggered a 15-meter tidal wave, which hit the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant approximately 45 minutes later. The plant's power was knocked out and the backup generators crippled. After the emergency batteries were exhausted, three of the plant's six reactors soon overheated, and at least two of the core
Fungi found in the guts of healthy adults just travel through :: Fungi found in the gastrointestinal tracts of healthy adults are largely transient and stem from the mouth or foods recently consumed, according to new research published this week in mSphere, an open access journal from the American Society for Microbiology.
Fungi found in the guts of healthy adults just travel through :: Fungi found in the gastrointestinal tracts of healthy adults are largely transient and stem from the mouth or foods recently consumed, according to new research published this week in mSphere, an open access journal from the American Society for Microbiology.
Fungi found in the guts of healthy adults just travel through :: Fungi found in the gastrointestinal tracts of healthy adults are largely transient and stem from the mouth or foods recently consumed, according to new research published this week in mSphere, an open-access journal from the American Society for Microbiology.
Fungi found in the guts of healthy adults just travel through :: Fungi found in the gastrointestinal tracts of healthy adults are largely transient and stem from the mouth or foods recently consumed, according to new research published this week in mSphere, an open-access journal from the American Society for Microbiology.
Fysioterapi giver astma- patienter kontrol over åndedrættet :: Forkert vejrtrækning er en af de hyppigste årsager til, at astmapatienter kæmper en svær kamp med at få kontrol over deres sygdom. Fysioterapi kan reducere åndedrætsproblemerne markant, og det kan betyde, at færre patienter har brug for behandling med dyre biologiske lægemidler.
Færre kvote 2-ansøgere efter karakterkrav :: Københavns Universitet oplever et fald i antallet af kvote 2-ansøgere i forhold til sidste…
Første offer for selvkørende bil: Krydsede vejen 100 meter fra fodgængerovergang :: Søndag aften blev en kvinde påkørt af en af Ubers selvkørende biler i en forstad til Phoenix, USA.
Få dage efter Uber-dødsulykke: Beijing giver grønt lys til førerløse biler ::
G7 nations agree on a 'common vision' for AI :: Group of Seven countries have agreed to a "common vision" for the development of artificial intelligence, a Canadian minister said Wednesday.
G7 nations agree on a 'common vision' for AI :: Group of Seven countries have agreed to a "common vision" for the development of artificial intelligence, a Canadian minister said Wednesday.
Gadget Lab Podcast: More Questions Than Answers in Uber's Fatal Arizona Crash :: This week, Alex Davies and Aarian Marshall join us to discuss the latest news in self-driving car safety.
Gaia status update—safe mode and recovery :: Last month, ESA's Gaia satellite experienced a technical anomaly followed by a 'safe mode' event. After thorough examination, the spacecraft was successfully recovered and resumed normal scientific operations, while the mission team keeps investigating the exact cause of the anomaly.
Galakse uden mørkt stof er måske bedste bevis for eksistensen af mørkt stof :: En lille galakse har mere end 400 gange mindre mørkt stof end forventet – måske slet intet. Den observation kan falsificere alternative teorier uden mørkt stof, påpeger astronomer, der har gjort opdagelsen.
Galakse uden mørkt stof er måske bedste bevis for eksistensen af mørkt stof :: En lille galakse har mere end 400 gange mindre mørkt stof end forventet – måske slet intet. Den observation kan falsificere alternative teorier uden mørkt stof, påpeger astronomer, der har gjort opdagelsen.
Galaxy without any dark matter baffles astronomers :: Scientists surprised to find NGC 1052-DF2 devoid of mysterious substance, but say its absence strengthens case for its existence A distant galaxy that appears completely devoid of dark matter has baffled astronomers and deepened the mystery of the universe’s most elusive substance. The absence of dark matter from a small patch of sky might appear to be a non-problem, given that astronomers have n
Galaxy without any dark matter baffles astronomers :: Scientists surprised to find NGC 1052-DF2 devoid of mysterious substance, but say its absence strengthens case for its existence A distant galaxy that appears completely devoid of dark matter has baffled astronomers and deepened the mystery of the universe’s most elusive substance. The absence of dark matter from a small patch of sky might appear to be a non-problem, given that astronomers have n
GALLERI: Hoppende gæster stiller særlige krav til ny K.B.-hal :: Rejsegilde for den legendariske K.B.-hal på Frederiksberg, hvor Beatles spillede. Den nye hal ligner den gamle i moderne klæder.
Gary Lincoff, 75, Dies; Spread the Joy of Mushrooms Far and Wide :: Over the decades, Mr. Lincoff, a self-taught mycologist, found more than 400 species of mushrooms in Central Park, just two blocks from his apartment.
Gemini Is a Low-Key L.A. Murder Mystery :: Gemini opens with an upside-down image of palm trees, silhouetted against the L.A. night sky and hanging from the top of the frame like portentous, spindly bats. A jazzy, synthy score kicks in, and the camera slowly swings around until things are right-side-up. Or are they? In Aaron Katz’s new thriller, something strange is afoot in La La Land, and soon enough there will be a murder plot to untan
Gender differences in vocational interests decrease with age, study finds :: Gender differences in vocational interests increase drastically during puberty but tend to decrease across the lifespan, a new study found.
Gender differences in vocational interests decrease with age, study finds :: Gender differences in vocational interests increase drastically during puberty but tend to decrease across the lifespan, a new study found.
Gene boosts rice growth and yield in salty soil :: Soil salinity poses a major threat to food security, greatly reducing the yield of agricultural crops. Rising global temperatures are expected to accelerate the buildup of salt in soil, placing an increasing burden on agricultural production. In a new study published in The Plant Cell, a team of researchers identified a gene that limits yield losses in rice plants exposed to salt stress and deciph
Gene boosts rice growth and yield in salty soil :: Soil salinity poses a major threat to food security, greatly reducing the yield of agricultural crops. Rising global temperatures are expected to accelerate the buildup of salt in soil, placing an increasing burden on agricultural production. In a new study published in The Plant Cell, a team of researchers identified a gene that limits yield losses in rice plants exposed to salt stress and deciph
Gene editing: don’t bet the farm on this pig in a poke |Letters :: Using genetic engineering to eradicate livestock diseases will have hidden costs for human and animal health, warns Dr Julia Wright It is very worrying not only to read about yet another blunder by the industrial farming sector ( Pigs in the pink: gene editing is set to revolutionise the farming industry , 17 March) but also that the article didn’t attempt to counterbalance with a different viewpo
Gene-based test for urine detects, monitors bladder cancer :: Researchers at The Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center have developed a test for urine, gathered during a routine procedure, to detect DNA mutations identified with urothelial cancers.
Gene-based test for urine detects, monitors bladder cancer :: Researchers have developed a test for urine, gathered during a routine procedure, to detect DNA mutations identified with urothelial cancers.
Gener, manipulation og hyper-velsmagende mad gør os tykke :: Evolution og genetik er delvist skyld i, at vi bliver federe. Men vi skal også lære at sige nej til svigermors kage og supermarkedernes tilbud på billigt slik.
Generation of a stable biradical :: Boron has a range of uses, from laundry bleaches to heat-proof glass and ceramics. Chemists at Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg (JMU) in Bavaria, Germany, have a particular interest in the chemistry of this element and have been researching the fundamental properties of boron for years. These researchers have now succeeded in twisting molecules with multiple bonds between boron atoms, leadi
Generation of a stable biradical :: Researchers in Germany have succeeded in twisting molecules so much that their double bonds have been completely destroyed. The result: unusually stable biradicals.
Generation of a stable biradical :: The world of chemistry has witnessed another step forward: researchers at the University of Würzburg in Germany have succeeded in twisting molecules so much that their double bonds have been completely destroyed. The result: unusually stable biradicals.
Genes in songbirds hold clues about human speech disorders, biologists report :: Insights into how songbirds learn to sing provide promising clues about human speech disorders and may lead to new ways of treating them, according to new research published in the journal eLife.
Genes in songbirds hold clues about human speech disorders, biologists report :: Insights into how songbirds learn to sing provide promising clues about human speech disorders and may lead to new ways of treating them, according to new research published in the journal eLife.
Genes in songbirds hold clues about human speech disorders, UCLA biologists report :: New insights about how songbirds learn to sing provide promising clues about human speech disorders and may lead to new ways of treating them.
Genes in songbirds hold clues about human speech disorders, UCLA biologists report :: New insights about how songbirds learn to sing provide promising clues about human speech disorders and may lead to new ways of treating them.
Genes in songbirds hold clues about human speech disorders :: New insights about how songbirds learn to sing provide promising clues about human speech disorders and may lead to new ways of treating them.
Genes in songbirds hold clues about human speech disorders :: New insights about how songbirds learn to sing provide promising clues about human speech disorders and may lead to new ways of treating them.
Genes of human “mutants” point to a new superpower :: DNA search finds people resistant to liver disease. Can we mimic the effect with a drug?
Genetic cause of deadly skin condition afflicting bull terriers discovered :: In a new study published March 22, 2018 in PLOS Genetics, Anina Bauer of the University of Bern and a large international research team, report the discovery of a mutation that causes lethal acrodermatitis (LAD), a deadly condition that causes skin lesions on the paws and face of affected dogs.
Genetic cause of deadly skin condition afflicting bull terriers discovered :: In a new study published March 22nd, 2018 in PLOS Genetics, Anina Bauer of the University of Bern and a large international research team, report the discovery of a mutation that causes lethal acrodermatitis (LAD), a deadly condition that causes skin lesions on the paws and face of affected dogs.
Genetic clines and climate change ::
Genetic clines and climate change ::
Genetic Mutation Linked to Cot Death :: Alterations to a protein involved in breathing may help explain some cases of sudden infant death syndrome, a study finds.
Genetic Mutation Linked to Cot Death :: Alterations to a protein involved in breathing may help explain some cases of sudden infant death syndrome, a study finds.
Genetic signatures of microbial altruism and cheating in social amoebas in the wild [Evolution :: ]Many microbes engage in social interactions. Some of these have come to play an important role in the study of cooperation and conflict, largely because, unlike most animals, they can be genetically manipulated and experimentally evolved. However, whereas animal social behavior can be observed and assessed in natural environments, microbes…
Genetic switch activates transformation of stem cells into heart muscle cells :: The discovery of a genetic switch that triggers stem cells to turn into heart cells is a major step in finding treatment for damaged hearts.
Genetic tests reveal tragic reality of Atacama 'alien' skeleton :: Mummified remains from Chilean ghost town revealed to be baby girl with malformations so bizarre they led to speculation over alien life When the mummified remains of a six-inch humanoid were found in an abandoned mining town in Chile’s Atacama desert 15 years ago, speculation on its origins ran wild. The skeleton, which was sold to a private collector in Spain, was so bizarre it appeared in a do
Genome archaeologists uncover the origin of a plant hormone :: In their quest for the origin of the universal auxin hormone in plants, biochemists and bioinformaticists took on the mantle of archaeologists. Deep in the evolutionary history of plant life on earth, about a billion years ago, they came across the protein fragments that were already related to the plant hormone at that time. The journey of discovery reveals information that gives life scientists
Genome archaeologists uncover the origin of a plant hormone :: In their quest for the origin of the universal auxin hormone in plants, Wageningen-based biochemists and bioinformaticists took on the mantle of archaeologists. Deep in the evolutionary history of plant life on earth, about a billion years ago, they came across the protein fragments that were already related to the plant hormone at that time. The journey of discovery reveals information that gives
Genome archaeologists uncover the origin of a plant hormone :: In their quest for the origin of the universal auxin hormone in plants, Wageningen-based biochemists and bioinformaticists took on the mantle of archaeologists. Deep in the evolutionary history of plant life on earth, about a billion years ago, they came across the protein fragments that were already related to the plant hormone at that time. The journey of discovery reveals information that gives
Genome does not like to excessively change in male germ cells :: Osaka University researchers report the function of GTSF1 in germ cells. The study shows that GTSF1 is an essential factor for secondary piRNA biogenesis probably through the step where PIWI-piRNA complexes grasp and/or stabilize the target RNA. The discovery gives important insights on how male germ cells avoid the genome instability caused by excessive retrotransposition.
Genome does not like to excessively change in male germ cells :: Osaka University researchers report the function of GTSF1 in germ cells. The study shows that GTSF1 is an essential factor for secondary piRNA biogenesis probably through the step where PIWI-piRNA complexes grasp and/or stabilize the target RNA. The discovery gives important insights on how male germ cells avoid the genome instability caused by excessive retrotransposition.
Genome does not like to excessively change in male germ cells :: Researchers report the function of GTSF1 in germ cells. The study shows that GTSF1 is an essential factor for secondary piRNA biogenesis probably through the step where PIWI-piRNA complexes grasp and/or stabilize the target RNA. The discovery gives important insights on how male germ cells avoid the genome instability caused by excessive retrotransposition.
Genome does not like to excessively change in male germ cells :: Researchers report the function of GTSF1 in germ cells. The study shows that GTSF1 is an essential factor for secondary piRNA biogenesis probably through the step where PIWI-piRNA complexes grasp and/or stabilize the target RNA. The discovery gives important insights on how male germ cells avoid the genome instability caused by excessive retrotransposition.
Genome of American cockroach sequenced for the first time :: A team of researchers with South China Normal University and the Chinese Academy of Sciences has for the first time sequenced the genome of the American cockroach. In their paper published in the journal Nature Communications, the group describes features of the genome likely to prove useful to the insect in adapting so well to human environments.
Genomes of five late Neandertals provide insights into Neandertal population history :: Researchers have sequenced the genomes of five Neandertals that lived between 39,000 and 47,000 years ago. These late Neandertals are all more closely related to the Neandertals that contributed DNA to modern human ancestors than an older Neandertal from the Altai Mountains that was previously sequenced. Their genomes also provide evidence for a turnover in the Neandertal population towards the en
Genomic plasticity during brain development ::
Geologists report earlier evidence of impending mass extinction in the Permian, and present-day parallels :: Mass extinctions throughout the history of the Earth have been well documented. Scientists believe that such extinctions occurred during a short period of time in geological terms. In a new study, palaeobiologists at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) and their research partners have now shown there were apparent signs of the largest mass extinction event in the Earth's histor
Geologists report earlier evidence of impending mass extinction in the Permian, and present-day parallels :: Mass extinctions throughout the history of the Earth have been well documented. Scientists believe that such extinctions occurred during a short period of time in geological terms. In a new study, palaeobiologists at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) and their research partners have now shown there were apparent signs of the largest mass extinction event in the Earth's histor
German prosecutors raid VW over carbon dioxide emissions :: German authorities said Thursday they had again raided the headquarters of the world's largest carmaker Volkswagen in a probe over financial market manipulation related to excessive exhaust emissions from its vehicles.
Germanium promises better opto-electronic properties than tin for kesterite solar cells :: Specific changes in the composition of kesterite-type semiconductors make it possible to improve their suitability as absorber layers in solar cells. As a team at the Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin showed, this is particularly true for kesterites in which tin was replaced by germanium. The scientists examined the samples using neutron diffraction at BER II and other methods. The work was selected for th
Germany returns 3,000-year-old wooden Olmec busts to Mexico :: Mexico says German authorities have returned two rare, wooden Olmec sculptures over 3,000 years old.
Germany was covered by glaciers 450,000 years ago :: Researchers have obtained new chronological data for the timing of the Elsterian and Saalian glacial cycles in central Germany. They found that the first Quaternary glaciation, which covered huge parts of Europe in ice, occurred as early as 450,000 years ago and not – as previously thought – around 350,000 years ago. The researcher further showed that once these glaciers had retreated, the first p
Germany was covered by glaciers 450,000 years ago :: Researchers of the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology in Leipzig, Germany, have obtained new chronological data for the timing of the Elsterian and Saalian glacial cycles in central Germany. They found that the first Quaternary glaciation, which covered huge parts of Europe in ice, occurred as early as 450,000 years ago and not – as previously thought – around 350,000 years ago. Th
Germany was covered by glaciers 450,000 years ago :: The timing of the Middle Pleistocene glacial-interglacial cycles and the feedback mechanisms between climatic shifts and earth-surface processes are still poorly understood. This is largely due to the fact that chronological data of sediment archives representing periglacial, but also potentially warmer climate periods, are very sparse until now.
Getting your genome sequenced might not make you spend more on health care ::
Ghostly galaxy may be missing dark matter :: Scientists have imaged a "transparent" galaxy that may have no dark matter.
Ghostly galaxy may be missing dark matter :: Scientists have imaged a "transparent" galaxy that may have no dark matter.
Giant Viruses in the Sea: Bodo saltans virus genome has 1.39 million bases of DNA :: Bodo saltans virus, whose genome weighs in at 1.39 million bases of DNA, is one of the largest giant viruses ever isolated, and the largest known to infect zooplankton.
Giant Viruses in the Sea: Bodo saltans virus genome has 1.39 million bases of DNA :: Bodo saltans virus, whose genome weighs in at 1.39 million bases of DNA, is one of the largest giant viruses ever isolated, and the largest known to infect zooplankton.
Glacier mass loss passes the point of no return, researchers report :: Researchers from the Universities of Bremen and Innsbruck have shown in a recent study that the further melting of glaciers cannot be prevented in the current century—even if all emissions were curtailed. However, due to the slow reaction of glaciers to climate change, human activity will have a massive impact beyond the 21st century. In the long run, 500 meters by car with a mid-range vehicle wil
Global analysis of large carnivore habitats :: Although humans have driven lions, tigers, wolves, bears and other large carnivores from much of their home territories across the planet, scientists have identified more than 280 areas where these animals could potentially be reintroduced to restore ecosystems on practically every continent.
Global analysis of large carnivore habitats :: Although humans have driven lions, tigers, wolves, bears and other large carnivores from much of their home territories across the planet, scientists have identified more than 280 areas where these animals could potentially be reintroduced to restore ecosystems on practically every continent.
Global burden of low back pain — a consequence of negligence and misinformation :: A series of groundbreaking papers from Australian and international researchers in The Lancet warns that low back pain is a major health burden globally — across developed and developing nations — and that the current use of X-rays and scans, opioids, injections and surgery to investigate and treat the condition is useless, unnecessary and harmful. The final paper in the series is a Worldwide Ur
Global burden of low back pain :: New research highlights the extent to which low back pain is mistreated, often against best practice treatment guidelines.
Global cancer trial sets new standard for post-surgery chemotherapy :: Some stage III colon cancer patients can cut in half the number of chemotherapy treatments they receive after surgery, significantly reducing the costs, treatment time, and long-term toxic effects of chemotherapy, according to results of a unique global clinical trial collaboration published for the first time in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Global cancer trial sets new standard for post-surgery chemotherapy :: Some stage III colon cancer patients can cut in half the number of chemotherapy treatments they receive after surgery, significantly reducing the costs, treatment time, and long-term toxic effects of chemotherapy, according to results of a unique global clinical trial collaboration published for the first time in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Global CO2 Emissions Rise after Paris Climate Agreement Signed :: Emissions climbed in Asia and Europe, but declined in the U.S. — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Global Health: South Sudan Halts Spread of Crippling Guinea Worms :: It has been 15 months — longer than the worm’s life cycle — since the last case of infection, which means the parasite is nearing eradication in the country.
GM worms make a super-silk completely unknown in nature :: Thanks to a spot of genetic hacking, silkworms can make a new form of silk not found in nature that includes a synthetic amino acid. It could be used in medicine
Go Ahead, Relitigate 2016 :: Russia John DowdAmericans famously love litigation . Relitigation? Not so much, especially when it concerns the last presidential election. “Clinton Confirms That Democrats Will Relitigate the 2016 Primary Until the Sun Swallows the Earth,” Slate sighed in September. “Bernie Sanders Is Sick of Re-litigating the 2016 Election,” Vanity Fair reported around the same time. “I don't think that relitigating a primary,
Going vegan, America could feed an additional 390 million people, study suggests :: More than 41 million Americans find themselves at risk of going hungry at some point during the year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture says.
Going vegan, America could feed an additional 390 million people, study suggests :: More than 41 million Americans find themselves at risk of going hungry at some point during the year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture says.
Golden touch: Next-gen optical disk to solve data storage challenge :: Scientists from Australia and China have drawn on the durable power of gold to demonstrate a new type of high-capacity optical disk that can hold data securely for more than 600 years.
Golden touch: Next-gen optical disk to solve data storage challenge :: Scientists from Australia and China have drawn on the durable power of gold to demonstrate a new type of high-capacity optical disk that can hold data securely for more than 600 years. The technology could offer a more cost-efficient and sustainable solution to the global data storage problem while enabling the critical pivot from Big Data to Long Data, opening up new realms of scientific discover
Gonorrhea Strain Thwarts 2 Main Drugs, Raising Concerns It's Becoming Untreatable :: This is the latest in a long history of gonorrhea developing resistance to antibiotics. It's the first global report of gonorrhea that is resistant to the two main drugs used to treat it. (Image credit: BSIP/UIG via Getty Images)
Gonorrhea Strain Thwarts 2 Main Drugs, Raising Concerns It's Becoming Untreatable :: This is the latest in a long history of gonorrhea developing resistance to antibiotics. It's the first global report of gonorrhea that is resistant to the two main drugs used to treat it. (Image credit: BSIP/UIG via Getty Images)
Gonorrhea's Always Bad, But This Man's Case Might Be the 'Worst Ever' :: This could be the "worst ever" case of antibiotic-resistant gonorrhea that doctors have seen.
Gonorrhea's Always Bad, But This Man's Case Might Be the 'Worst Ever' :: This could be the "worst ever" case of antibiotic-resistant gonorrhea that doctors have seen.
Good motor skills may enhance reading skills in obese children :: Excess body weight has been linked to poor academic performance in children in several previous studies. A new Finnish study now shows that a high body fat percentage is associated with poor reading skills in 6- to 8-year-old boys. However, these associations are largely explained by poor motor skills.
Good neighbours really do matter, according to a new study :: Poorer countries with 'bad' neighbours are more likely to perform less well when it comes to human rights according to new research from the University of Nottingham.
Good neighbours really do matter, according to a new study :: Poorer countries with 'bad' neighbours are more likely to perform less well when it comes to human rights according to new research from the University of Nottingham.
Good news: these exoplanets probably have water. Bad news: AHHH SO MUCH WATER. :: Space You can get too wet for life. But after so many years of looking for signs of water on other worlds, how could there possibly be a place where there’s too much water for life? Let’s take a look.
Google boosts efforts to help news organizations, with $300 mn :: Google News SubscriptionsGoogle on Tuesday launched a new initiative, committing $300 million to help news publishers get more paid subscribers while stemming the flow of misinformation.
Google buys NYC's Chelsea Market building for $2.4 bn :: Google on Tuesday bought up New York's Chelsea Market for $2.4 billion, finalizing its acquisition of the emblematic retail and food hall that stands opposite the internet giant's current headquarters in the city.
Google Doodle honors philanthropist George Peabody :: Google is paying tribute Friday to "the father of modern philanthropy."
Google honors geochemist Katsuko Saruhashi :: Google is using its logo Thursday to honor a pioneer in geochemistry.
Google hopes blockchain tech will help it win the cloud war ::
Google lends its machine-learning tool to fight deforestation ::
Google's Cloud Security Command Center Should Help Stop Data Leaks :: Human error leads to countless leaky databases. But Google has some new protections in place to help cloud customers better help themselves.
GoPro Hero: Specs, Price, Release Date :: GoPro Camera HeroThe new camera, called simply GoPro Hero, can't do 4K, but it's a great value at $1`99.
GoPro Hero: Specs, Price, Release Date :: GoPro Camera HeroThe new camera, called simply GoPro Hero, can't do 4K, but it's a great value at $1`99.
Gradual release of immunotherapy at site of tumor surgery prevents tumors from returning :: A new study by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute scientists suggests it may be possible to prevent tumors from recurring and to eradicate metastatic growths by implanting a gel containing immunotherapy during surgical removal of a tumor.
Gradual release of immunotherapy at site of tumor surgery prevents tumors from returning :: A new study by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute scientists suggests it may be possible to prevent tumors from recurring and to eradicate metastatic growths by implanting a gel containing immunotherapy during surgical removal of a tumor.
Grand Unified Theory of Math – socalled – Nets Abel Prize :: Robert Langlands’ ideas unearthed connections within mathematics that have helped to solve centuries-old problems and aided researchers in disparate fields — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Graphene hair dye: Scientists use miracle nanomaterial to make non-toxic dye :: Scientists find a groundbreaking application of the supermaterial graphene. Read More
Great Pacific Garbage Patch growing rapidly, study shows :: A new study shows that 1.8 trillion pieces of plastic weighing 80,000 metric tons are currently afloat in an area known as the Great Pacific Garbage Patch — and the problem is rapidly getting worse.
Green tea extract may prevent Down’s syndrome face traits :: A compound in green tea seems to change the facial features of Down’s syndrome, but researchers warn people not to try it until a safe dosage has been found
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Rose Last Year. Here Are the Top 5 Reasons. :: The world needs to reduce emissions to avoid drastic global warming. For now, a new study shows, we’re moving in the opposite direction.
Greenland Is Melting Faster Than Any Time in the Last 400 Years :: And the melt of the massive ice sheet is only picking up speed — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Grilling and other high-temperature cooking may raise risk of high blood pressure :: Among people who routinely eat meat, chicken and fish, those who grill, broil or roast these foods at high temperatures may be more likely to develop high blood pressure.
Grouping students into ability-based sets holds back less able pupils :: Students classed as less able are being hindered by being grouped into ability-based sets, according to new research published today in the Cambridge Journal of Education.
Grouping students into ability-based sets holds back less able pupils :: Students classed as less able are being hindered by being grouped into ability-based sets, according to new research.
Growing and surviving: How proteins regulate the cell cycle :: Cell division is the basis of all life. Even the smallest errors in this complex process can lead to grave diseases like cancer. Certain proteins have to be switched on or off at certain times for everything to go according to plan. Biophysicists and medical biochemists at Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (MLU) have managed to describe the underlying mechanism of this process.
Growing and surviving: How proteins regulate the cell cycle :: Cell division is the basis of all life. Even the smallest errors in this complex process can lead to grave diseases like cancer. Certain proteins have to be switched on or off at certain times for everything to go according to plan. Biophysicists and medical biochemists have managed to describe the underlying mechanism of this process.
Growing mistrust threatens Facebook after data mining scandal (Update) :: Facebook Data AccountAs Facebook reels from the scandal over hijacked personal data, a movement to quit the social network gathered momentum Wednesday, portending threats to one of the most powerful internet firms.
Growth factor gradients in migration-permissive hydrogels for salivary gland assembly :: At the 47th Annual Meeting of the American Association for Dental Research (AADR), held in conjunction with the 42nd Annual Meeting of the Canadian Association for Dental Research (CADR), Kelsea Marie Hubka, a Rice University graduate student and visiting student at University of Texas Health Science Center School of Dentistry, Houston, Texas, presented a poster titled 'Growth Factor Gradients in
Grønlands sundhedsvæsen ramt af it-nedbrud: Kom kun med akutte tilfælde :: Omfattende it-nedbrud har ramt sundhedsvæsenet i Grønland – borgere opfordret til til kun at komme med akutte problemer.
Guanidinium export is the primal function of SMR family transporters [Biophysics and Computational Biology :: ]The small multidrug resistance (SMR) family of membrane proteins is prominent because of its rare dual topology architecture, simplicity, and small size. Its best studied member, EmrE, is an important model system in several fields related to membrane protein biology, from evolution to mechanism. But despite decades of work on…
Guccifer 2.0's Slip-Up Shows That Even Elite Hackers Make Mistakes :: No matter how much mystique a hacker persona has, the individual or group behind it inevitably makes operations security errors sometimes.
Gulf of Mexico dead zone not expected to shrink anytime soon :: Achieving water quality goals for the Gulf of Mexico may take decades, according to findings by researchers at the University of Waterloo.
Gulf of Mexico dead zone not expected to shrink anytime soon :: Achieving water quality goals for the Gulf of Mexico may take decades, according to findings by researchers at the University of Waterloo.
Guns do kill people: Gun restrictions for violent misdemeanors lower homicides by 23% :: Turns out that laws (already in action in 22 states) that don't allow violent people to own firearms actually lower homicides. Read More
Gut bacteria can mean life or death for birds :: In her upcoming thesis at Lund University in Sweden, biologist Elin Videvall shows that the composition of gut bacteria in birds has a major impact on whether their offspring will survive their first three months.
Gut bacteria determine speed of tumor growth in pancreatic cancer :: The population of bacteria in the pancreas increases more than a thousand fold in patients with pancreatic cancer, and becomes dominated by species that prevent the immune system from attacking tumor cells.
Gut bacteria determine speed of tumor growth in pancreatic cancer :: The population of bacteria in the pancreas increases more than a thousand fold in patients with pancreatic cancer, and becomes dominated by species that prevent the immune system from attacking tumor cells.
Hackers demanding bitcoin ransom attack Atlanta city computers :: Hackers demanding ransom payable in bitcoin have attacked computers of the Atlanta city government in the southern US state of Georgia, officials say.
Hallo! Dårlig hørelse? Så skal du måske droppe cigaretterne :: Rygere har en forhøjet risiko for nedsat hørelse, viser nyt japansk studie.
Hamelin Bay: Nearly 150 beached whales die in Australia :: Rescuers manage to return just six surviving pilot whales to deeper waters in Western Australia.
Harvard scientists ask 'what is the point?' in challenge to acupuncture researchers :: The effectiveness of acupuncture compared to standard treatments has led to its growing inclusion in pain guidelines and in delivery organizations like the US military and Veterans Administration, yet many continue to believe acupuncture lacks scientific credibility.
Has Trump Already Sealed the GOP's Fate in 2018? :: Every time Donald Trump breaks a window, congressional Republicans obediently sweep up the glass. That’s become one of the most predictable patterns of his turbulent presidency—and a defining dynamic of the approaching midterm elections. Each time they overtly defend his behavior, or implicitly excuse him by failing to object, they bind themselves to him more tightly. It happened again last weeke
Have You Ever Really Seen the Moon? :: On a whim, Wylie Overstreet set up his telescope outside his apartment. He wanted to look at the moon. He had no idea he would, in a matter of hours, inspire awe in hundreds of strangers on the streets of Los Angeles. “It's incredible how many people have never looked through a telescope,” Alex Gorosh, a friend of Overstreet’s, told The Atlantic. “Many people thought the image wasn't real—they th
Have You Ever Really Seen the Moon? :: On a whim, Wylie Overstreet set up his telescope outside his apartment. He wanted to look at the moon. He had no idea he would, in a matter of hours, inspire awe in hundreds of strangers on the streets of Los Angeles. “It's incredible how many people have never looked through a telescope,” Alex Gorosh, a friend of Overstreet’s, told The Atlantic. “Many people thought the image wasn't real—they th
Have You Herd? Farmer Writes A Memoo Using Cows And Satellite Imagery :: A Kansas farmer is becoming somewhat of a celebrity for making agriculture-themed pop-music parodies and calling his cattle by playing Lorde's "Royals" on the trombone. Now, he's making space cow art. (Image credit: YouTube)
Hawking's bid to save quantum theory from black holes ::
Hawking's remains to be buried at Abbey near Newton, Darwin (Update) :: Stephen Hawking's ashes will be buried near the graves of fellow British scientists Isaac Newton and Charles Darwin at Westminster Abbey, it was announced Tuesday.
Healing away the dendrites ::
Healing away the dendrites ::
Health check can spot psychologically vulnerable persons :: If mental health was made part of a health check, then it would be possible to detect vulnerable people who have not received assistance from doctors or psychologists for their psychological problems. This is shown by a new study from Aarhus University.
Health-related quality of life for patients with vascular malformations :: Patients with vascular malformations, which include blood vessel, artery and lymph vessel abnormalities, appear to have more pain and mental health distress than the general US population and that can contribute to poor health-related quality of life.
Heart disease, stroke less widespread among foreign-born vs. US-born adults :: Foreign-born adults living in the United States had a lower prevalence of coronary heart disease and stroke than US-born adults in nationally representative data spanning 2006-2014, according to new research in Journal of the American Heart Association, the Open Access Journal of the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association.
Heart disease, stroke less widespread among foreign-born vs. US-born adults :: Foreign-born adults living in the United States had a lower prevalence of coronary heart disease and stroke than US-born adults in nationally representative data spanning 2006-2014, according to new research in Journal of the American Heart Association, the Open Access Journal of the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association.
Heart disease, stroke less widespread among foreign-born vs. US-born adults :: Foreign-born adults living in the United States had a lower prevalence of coronary heart disease and stroke than US-born adults in nationally representative data spanning 2006-2014, according to new research.
Heart disease, stroke less widespread among foreign-born vs. US-born adults :: Foreign-born adults living in the United States had a lower prevalence of coronary heart disease and stroke than US-born adults in nationally representative data spanning 2006-2014, according to new research.
Heat wave drives massive carbon loss at World Heritage site :: Seagrasses in Shark Bay, Australia released massive amounts of carbon dioxide after a devastating heat wave killed them, according to a new study.
Heat wave drives massive carbon loss at World Heritage site :: Seagrasses in Shark Bay, Australia released massive amounts of carbon dioxide after a devastating heat wave killed them, according to a new study.
Heavy metal poisoning may be changing birds’ personalities :: Great tits exposed to toxic metals like cadmium and lead alter their behaviour, becoming less exploratory and more cautious, suggesting their personalities have been reshaped
Helmet-shaped brain scanner allows wearers to move around :: Scientists hope it will help children with neurological and mental disorders and reveal how brains handle social situations The world’s first brain scanner that can be worn as people move around has been invented, by a team who hope the contraption can help children with neurological and mental disorders and reveal how the brain handles social situations. The new scalp caps – made on 3D printers
Helping NK cells find their way ::
Helping NK cells find their way ::
Helping older adults discontinue using sedatives :: n a new study, published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, researchers looked at a way to help older adults taper off and stop using sedatives. This was based on an earlier study that suggested giving older adults an educational brochure outlining the problems that sedatives pose and instructions for safely taking themselves off the medication.
Helping prevent falls in older adults with dementia :: Researchers have recently focused on the role that dementia and other cognitive problems may play in falling, in hopes of discovering ways to manage and prevent falls. They published their study in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.
Helping street sex workers break the cycle of homelessness :: A pioneering project has proven successful in helping women sex workers escape a downward spiral – and in one case was a life-saver.
Her er regionernes bestyrelse og udvalgsformænd :: Danske Regioner har sat navn på bestyrelses- og udvalgsmedlemmer.
Here Are Some of the Most Common Causes of Food Poisoning :: Millions of Americans deal with the misery of food poisoning each year, and a new report looks at some of the most common germs that made people sick in 2017.
Here’s another reason to stop taking antibiotics :: Mice are more susceptible to severe West Nile disease if they’ve recently taken antibiotics that change the makeup of their gut bacterial community, new research indicates. Doctors recommend against taking antibiotics for viral infections because antibiotics don’t kill viruses, but do promote antibiotic resistance. The findings suggest another reason not to take antibiotics: taking antibiotics fo
Here’s how to spot and remove the Facebook apps harvesting your data :: Over the past week, former employees at Facebook and other companies have revealed how tens of millions of users' data has been harvested and passed along to outside parties. Read More
Here’s whose germs can infect you on a plane :: A new study assesses rates and routes of possible infectious disease transmission during flights. An infectious passenger with influenza or other droplet-transmitted respiratory infection will most likely not transmit infection to passengers seated farther away than two seats laterally and one row in front or back on an aircraft, the new research indicates. Vicki Hertzberg, professor at Emory Uni
Here's What a Single Milkshake Does to Your Blood Vessels :: A chocolate milkshake may be bliss for your taste buds, but it's not so good for your blood vessels.
Here's What Growing Inside Your Rubber Ducky :: This will take the fun out of bathtime: Rubber ducky toys are teeming with bacteria and fungi, a new study finds.
Here's What Growing Inside Your Rubber Ducky :: This will take the fun out of bathtime: Rubber ducky toys are teeming with bacteria and fungi, a new study finds.
Here's Why Cockroaches Can Survive Just About Anything :: Their genes let them essentially eat insecticides for breakfast.
Here's Why Putting Porn in the Blockchain Won't Kill the Technology :: Opinion: A new paper says dirty content encoded in the blockchain could make cryptocurrencies illegal. That's wrong.
Here's Why Putting Porn in the Blockchain Won't Kill the Technology :: Opinion: A new paper says dirty content encoded in the blockchain could make cryptocurrencies illegal. That's wrong.
Herring larvae could benefit from an acidifying ocean :: Excess carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is making the oceans more acidic. Some studies show that's bad news for fish, including commercially important species. But a new study shows that herring might be able to tolerate this change.
Herring larvae could benefit from an acidifying ocean :: Excess carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is making the oceans more acidic. Some studies show that's bad news for fish, including commercially important species. But a new study shows that herring might be able to tolerate this change.
Herring larvae could benefit from an acidifying ocean :: Excess CO2 in the atmosphere is making the oceans more acidic. Some studies show that's bad news for fish, including commercially important species. But a new study shows that herring might be able to tolerate this change.
Herring larvae could benefit from an acidifying ocean :: Excess CO2 in the atmosphere is making the oceans more acidic. Some studies show that's bad news for fish, including commercially important species. But a new study shows that herring might be able to tolerate this change.
Hidden medical text read for the first time in a thousand years :: An influential physician and a philosopher of early Western medicine, Galen of Pergamon was the doctor of emperors and gladiators. One of his many works, "On the Mixtures and Powers of Simple Drugs," was an important pharmaceutical text that would help educate fellow Greek-Roman doctors.
Hidden variation :: Different tissues have shockingly variable sensitivities to genes that drive normal and malignant cell proliferation, study shows.Research unmasks hundreds of cancer-driving genes invisible to gene sequencing.Findings could explain why individual cancer drivers appear in some tumors and not others, could inspire tissue-specific strategies for cancer treatment.
Higgs factory a 'must for big physics' :: The head of America's leading particle physics lab says a "factory" to make the Higgs boson will speed up discoveries.
High consumption of red and processed meat linked to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and insulin resistance :: World meat consumption has increased during the last decades, and evidence is mounting that high consumption of red and mainly processed meat is unhealthy to humans and is related to chronic diseases such as cancer, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. A new study adds non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) to the list.
High GPA could work against young women job hunters :: Stellar grades in college could hurt — rather than help — women new to the job market, according to a new study that suggests employers place more value on the perceived 'likability' of female applicants than on their academic success.
High GPA could work against young women job hunters :: Stellar grades in college could hurt – rather than help – women new to the job market, according to a new study that suggests employers place more value on the perceived "likability" of female applicants than on their academic success.
High salt intake causes leptin resistance and obesity in mice by stimulating endogenous fructose production and metabolism [Medical Sciences :: ]Dietary guidelines for obesity typically focus on three food groups (carbohydrates, fat, and protein) and caloric restriction. Intake of noncaloric nutrients, such as salt, are rarely discussed. However, recently high salt intake has been reported to predict the development of obesity and insulin resistance. The mechanism for this effect is…
High-energy ions' movement affected by silicon crystal periodicity :: The thinner the silicon crystal, the better. Indeed, thinner crystals provide better ways to manipulate the trajectories of very high-energy ions in particle accelerators. Further applications include materials analysis, semiconductor doping and beam transport in large particle accelerators. All of these rely on our understanding of how positively-charged high-energy particles move through crystal
High-energy ions' movement affected by silicon crystal periodicity :: The thinner the silicon crystal, the easier it is to manipulate the trajectories of very high-energy ions in particle accelerators. Further applications include materials analysis, semiconductor doping and beam transport in large particle accelerators. All of these rely on our understanding of how positively-charged high-energy particles move through crystals. This process, called ion channelling,
High-energy ions' movement affected by silicon crystal periodicity :: The thinner the silicon crystal, the easier it is to manipulate the trajectories of very high-energy ions in particle accelerators. Further applications include materials analysis, semiconductor doping and beam transport in large particle accelerators. All of these rely on our understanding of how positively-charged high-energy particles move through crystals.
Higher-dose RT lowers risk of recurrence but does not improve survival for men with prostate cancer :: High-dose radiotherapy did not improve survival for men with intermediate-risk prostate cancer but did improve biochemical control and rates of distant metastases, when compared to standard radiotherapy. Men who received higher-dose radiotherapy underwent fewer salvage therapies to control tumors that had grown larger or had spread to another body site; however, they also experienced more side eff
Higher-dose RT lowers risk of recurrence but does not improve survival for men with prostate cancer :: Results of a recent NRG Oncology study, NRGOncology/RTOG 0126, show that high-dose radiotherapy did not improve survival for men with intermediate-risk prostate cancer but did improve biochemical control and rates of distant metastases, when compared to standard radiotherapy. Men who received higher-dose radiotherapy underwent fewer salvage therapies to control tumors that had grown larger or had
High-resolution full color images can be formed using silicon-nanostructure pixels :: Color prints produced on contemporary printers have a resolution of a few thousand dots per inch (dpi), but an alternative strategy that harnesses the power of nanotechnology can improve this resolution by an order of magnitude.
High-sensitivity 3-D technique using single-atom measurements :: Researchers have unveiled a stunningly accurate technique for scientific measurements which uses a single atom as the sensor, with sensitivity down to 100 zeptoNewtons.
Hip hop music teaches children, parents to recognize stroke and act quickly :: The 'Hip Hop Stroke' initiative uses hip hop music lyrics to effectively educate economically-disadvantaged, minority children and parents about stroke.
Hip hop music teaches children, parents to recognize stroke and act quickly :: The 'Hip Hop Stroke' initiative uses hip hop music lyrics to effectively educate economically-disadvantaged, minority children and parents about stroke.
Hippocampal ripples down-regulate synapses :: The specific effects of sleep on synaptic plasticity remain unclear. We report that mouse hippocampal sharp-wave ripple oscillations serve as intrinsic events that trigger long-lasting synaptic depression. Silencing of sharp-wave ripples during slow-wave states prevented the spontaneous down-regulation of net synaptic weights and impaired the learning of new memories. The synaptic down-regulation
Hippocampal ripples down-regulate synapses :: The specific effects of sleep on synaptic plasticity remain unclear. We report that mouse hippocampal sharp-wave ripple oscillations serve as intrinsic events that trigger long-lasting synaptic depression. Silencing of sharp-wave ripples during slow-wave states prevented the spontaneous down-regulation of net synaptic weights and impaired the learning of new memories. The synaptic down-regulation
Hjemmeprøve får flere kvinder testet for HPV :: Flere kvinder bliver screenet for livmoderhalskræft, hvis de får tilsendt en hjemmetest, viser undersøgelse fra Region Midtjylland.
hMENA is a key regulator in endothelin-1/{beta}-arrestin1-induced invadopodial function and metastatic process [Medical Sciences :: ]Aberrant activation of endothelin-1 receptors (ET-1R) elicits pleiotropic effects relevant for tumor progression. The network activated by this receptor might be finely, spatially, and temporarily orchestrated by β-arrestin1 (β-arr1)–driven interactome. Here, we identify hMENA, a member of the actin-regulatory protein ENA/VASP family, as an interacting partner of β-arr1, necessary for…
hnRNP R and its main interactor, the noncoding RNA 7SK, coregulate the axonal transcriptome of motoneurons [Neuroscience :: ]Disturbed RNA processing and subcellular transport contribute to the pathomechanisms of motoneuron diseases such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and spinal muscular atrophy. RNA-binding proteins are involved in these processes, but the mechanisms by which they regulate the subcellular diversity of transcriptomes, particularly in axons, are not understood. Heterogeneous nuclear ribonucleoprotein..
Hockey victories may increase heart attack risk in Canadian men :: The thrill of a hockey victory may put younger men at an increased risk for heart attack. A new study found an increase in hospital admissions for men under 55 presenting with symptoms of ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) or heart attack the day after a Montreal Canadiens win. There was little evidence within the general population of a relationship between watching hockey games and the i
Hockey victories may increase heart attack risk in Canadian men :: The thrill of a hockey victory may put younger men at an increased risk for heart attack. A new study published in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology found an increase in hospital admissions for men under 55 presenting with symptoms of ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) or heart attack the day after a Montreal Canadiens win. There was little evidence within the general population of a rela
Hockey victories may increase heart attack risk in Canadian men :: The thrill of a hockey victory may put younger men at an increased risk for heart attack. A new study published in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology found an increase in hospital admissions for men under 55 presenting with symptoms of ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) or heart attack the day after a Montreal Canadiens win. There was little evidence within the general population of a rela
Hollywood's first blockchain movie: an end to piracy? :: A few years behind Wall Street, Hollywood is turning to the technology behind cryptocurrency bitcoin to distribute movies in a development hailed as the beginning of the end for piracy.
Home genetic tests should be interpreted by experts :: Results from at-home genetic tests are not always accurate. A new study in the journal Genetics in Medicine, published by Springer Nature, now shows that up to 40 percent of direct-to-consumer (DTC) genetic tests provide incorrect readings in the raw data. Stephany Leigh Tandy-Connor expressed concern about the fact that most DTC test results are interpreted by medical providers with limited genet
Home genetic tests should be interpreted by experts :: Results from at-home genetic tests are not always accurate. A new study now shows that up to 40 percent of direct-to-consumer (DTC) genetic tests provide incorrect readings in the raw data.
Honeybees may unlock the secrets of how the human brain works :: Academics have discovered honeybee colonies adhere to the same laws as the brain when making collective decisions.
Honeybees may unlock the secrets of how the human brain works :: Academics have discovered honeybee colonies adhere to the same laws as the brain when making collective decisions.
Hong Kong shops defy ban on trade in pangolin scales :: On a winding Hong Kong street where shops keep a dizzying array of dried produce, one highly valued ingredient is still being sold despite being subject to an international ban: deep-fried scales of endangered pangolins.
How a Boise, Idaho Company Thrives in the Global Chip Business :: Micron Technology is the only remaining US maker of DRAM, the short-term memory chips found in computers and smartphones.
How a Controversial New Sex-Trafficking Law Will Change the Web :: A bill that would amend a bedrock internet law in the name of curbing online sex trafficking is headed to President Trump after Senate approval Wednesday.
How a game-based approach to teaching helps improve learning :: Researchers from Keele University's Medical School have developed a game-based approach to teaching doctors in training, which helps to improve their learning about how drugs work.
How a game-based approach to teaching helps improve learning :: Researchers from Keele University's Medical School have developed a game-based approach to teaching doctors in training, which helps to improve their learning about how drugs work.
How a genetic mutation can interfere with the powerhouses of cells :: A Freiburg molecular medicine specialist's team discovers a new disease mechanism in the mitochondria.
How a genetic mutation can interfere with the powerhouses of cells :: Scientists have identified the molecular consequences of a previously undefined genetic mutation. This mutation interferes with the functioning of the mitochondria, known as the powerhouses of cells. It usually occurs following what would normally be a harmless infection in early childhood, leading to a severe disease and subsequently to the brain no longer being able to maintain control of key bo
How a pathogen holds on to its host ::
How a pathogen holds on to its host ::
How AI is helping to predict and prevent suicides :: Suicide is a growing public health concern. In Canada, 4,000 lives are claimed by suicide each year —that is 10 lives per day.
How AI is helping to predict and prevent suicides :: Suicide is a growing public health concern. In Canada, 4,000 lives are claimed by suicide each year —that is 10 lives per day.
How Apple Lost Its Place in the Classroom :: Apple's new, cheaper iPad still can't compete with Chromebooks in the classroom.
How Apple Lost Its Place in the Classroom :: Apple's new, cheaper iPad still can't compete with Chromebooks in the classroom.
How bees defend against some controversial insecticides :: Some bees have enzymes that allow them to resist toxic compounds in some neonicotinoid pesticides.
How birds focus even with eyes on opposite sides of their heads :: Birds find it difficult to fix their gaze on an object, because their eyes don’t face forwards, but one species has found an ingenious solution
How birds focus even with eyes on opposite sides of their heads :: Birds find it difficult to fix their gaze on an object, because their eyes don’t face forwards, but one species has found an ingenious solution
How brain circuits are affected by infections in mothers and newborns :: Neuroscientists have found that immune system activation during pregnancy and right at birth can cause alterations in the brain's neural circuits during young adulthood that are consistent with behavioral symptoms common in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental conditions.
How brain circuits are affected by infections in mothers and newborns :: Neuroscientists have found that immune system activation during pregnancy and right at birth can cause alterations in the brain's neural circuits during young adulthood that are consistent with behavioral symptoms common in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental conditions.
How can teams objectively worse defeat teams who are objectively better? :: UMBC's upset over top-ranked Virginia last week was a perfect example of group flow. Read More
How Coders Are Fighting Bias in Facial Recognition Software :: Facial recognition systems are better at identifying whites than people of other ethnic groups. Companies like Gfycat are trying to fix the problem.
How Coders Are Fighting Bias in Facial Recognition Software :: Facial recognition systems are better at identifying whites than people of other ethnic groups. Companies like Gfycat are trying to fix the problem.
How cognitive and reactive fear circuits optimize escape decisions in humans [Psychological and Cognitive Sciences :: ]Flight initiation distance (FID), the distance at which an organism flees from an approaching threat, is an ecological metric of cost–benefit functions of escape decisions. We adapted the FID paradigm to investigate how fast- or slow-attacking “virtual predators” constrain escape decisions. We show that rapid escape decisions rely on “reactive…
How COPD pathogen thrives in hostile surroundings :: New research offers new insights into how the most harmful pathogen in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) lives and adapts to its hosts. The research, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences , tracks the pathogen over months and even years. “By helping us understand how this pathogen survives in a hostile environment in human airways, this research is helping us
How DNA can be used to store computer data :: British scientists think DNA could be used to solve a global problem – where to store all our data.
How Do Forensic Engineers Investigate Bridge Collapses, Like the One in Miami? :: Investigators will study video, design plans and the “accelerated bridge construction” method for clues — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
How do you make a galaxy without dark matter :: A team of astronomers has discovered a unique galaxy — the first of its kind — that appears to contain virtually no dark matter. It is an exceptional find since galaxies are commonly thought to contain more dark matter than the ordinary matter that makes up a galaxy's stars, gas and dust. Also, it is generally accepted that galaxies first formed from concentrations of dark matter that act like '
How do you make a galaxy without dark matter :: A team of astronomers has discovered a unique galaxy — the first of its kind — that appears to contain virtually no dark matter. It is an exceptional find since galaxies are commonly thought to contain more dark matter than the ordinary matter that makes up a galaxy's stars, gas and dust. Also, it is generally accepted that galaxies first formed from concentrations of dark matter that act like '
How Easy Would It Be to Repeal the 2nd Amendment? History Has an Answer :: It would take serious popular support.
How Easy Would It Be to Repeal the 2nd Amendment? History Has an Answer :: It would take serious popular support.
How economists tracked a disease in Flint's water crisis :: At first glance, it seems like an unlikely pairing: How could economists conceivably help decipher what caused the public health crisis in Flint, Michigan, in 2014-15?
How effective are earthquake early warning systems? :: A new study investigates how early a warning can be issued for major earthquakes.
How employers can boost social mobility by changing the way they recruit :: Social mobility has rarely been far from the top of the political agenda in Britain in recent years. Yet despite two decades of rhetorical commitment to the cause, Britain is still a deeply divided country.
How energy storage is starting to rewire the electricity industry :: The market for energy storage on the power grid is growing at a rapid clip, driven by declining prices and supportive government policies.
How Feminists in China Are Using Emoji to Avoid Censorship :: There are other ways to write #MeToo.
How GDP affects success in eSports :: Per capita GDP can make a difference in a country's performance in competitive computer gaming, according to a study conducted by researchers at the Higher School of Economics (HSE University, Perm).
How green is burning wood? ::
How I Fell For an Academic Vanity Honeypot Hacking Scheme :: WIRED Columnist Virginia Heffernan on how a hacker flattered his way into taking over her Twitter account.
How infighting chimps led to a 4-year ‘civil war’ :: Power. Ambition. Jealousy. The same things that fuel deadly clashes in humans can also tear apart chimpanzees, our closest animal relatives, according to a new study. In the early 1970s, primatologist Jane Goodall and colleagues studying chimpanzees in Gombe National Park, Tanzania, watched as a once-unified chimp community disintegrated into two rival factions. What followed was a period of kill
How infighting chimps led to a 4-year ‘civil war’ :: Power. Ambition. Jealousy. The same things that fuel deadly clashes in humans can also tear apart chimpanzees, our closest animal relatives, according to a new study. In the early 1970s, primatologist Jane Goodall and colleagues studying chimpanzees in Gombe National Park, Tanzania, watched as a once-unified chimp community disintegrated into two rival factions. What followed was a period of kill
How is the gender pay gap calculated? :: A look at the United States gender gap in 2018 shows that no matter how it’s calculated, it’s still a problem. Read More
How John Bolton Views U.S. Allies and Adversaries :: For someone who has spent the better part of three decades in Washington, John Bolton remains remarkably unchanged since his days in the Reagan administration. He is as strident about much of the world and its intentions as he was in the 1980s. He still rails against multilateral institutions, global treaties, and diplomacy, which, in his view does not serve U.S. interests. It is these very quali
How listening to random sound can unlock a trapped mind :: David Tobin took to the stage at a recent technology conference in downtown Los Angeles, asked the 500 attendees to close their eyes, and turned up the sound so they could sample his wares: a textured, layered soundscape that he calls an "audiojack."
How male germ cells avoid genome instability :: A group of researchers at Osaka University reported the function of GTSF1 in male germ cells. The study, which can be read in EMBO Reports, shows that GTSF1 is an essential factor for secondary piRNA biogenesis by regulating piRNA-mediated cleavage of target RNA. The discovery gives important insights on how male germ cells avoid the genome instability commonly seen in other types of cells.
How male germ cells avoid genome instability :: A group of researchers at Osaka University reported the function of GTSF1 in male germ cells. The study, which can be read in EMBO Reports, shows that GTSF1 is an essential factor for secondary piRNA biogenesis by regulating piRNA-mediated cleavage of target RNA. The discovery gives important insights on how male germ cells avoid the genome instability commonly seen in other types of cells.
How Much Do You Poop in Your Lifetime? :: Over time, a person's poop can really add up.
How Much Energy Can You Store in a Rubber Band? :: On a scale from "light thwack" to "geez, watch it with that thing!"
How Much Space Junk Hits Earth? :: China's Tiangong-1 space station isn't the first spacecraft to shed bits of junk onto Earth, and it won't be the last.
How network theory predicts the value of Bitcoin :: Metcalfe’s Law, which measures the value of a network, can calculate a cryptocurrency’s value—and predict when to get out.
How network theory predicts the value of Bitcoin :: Metcalfe’s Law, which measures the value of a network, can calculate a cryptocurrency’s value—and predict when to get out.
How obesity dulls the sense of taste :: Previous studies have indicated that weight gain can reduce one's sensitivity to the taste of food. Now a new study shows that inflammation, driven by obesity, actually reduces the number of taste buds on the tongues of mice.
How obesity dulls the sense of taste :: Previous studies have indicated that weight gain can reduce one's sensitivity to the taste of food. Now a study publishing March 20 in the open-access journal PLOS Biology by Andrew Kaufman, Robin Dando, and colleagues at Cornell University shows that inflammation, driven by obesity, actually reduces the number of taste buds on the tongues of mice.
How obesity makes it harder to taste :: Mice that gained excessive weight on a high-fat diet also lost a quarter of their taste buds.
How often do medical problems lead to bankruptcy? :: A new MIT-led study has determined how often medical costs lead to personal bankruptcy.
How often do medical problems lead to bankruptcy? :: A team of researchers has found that medical expenses account for roughly 4 percent of bankruptcy filings among nonelderly adults in the U.S.
How oral vaccines could save Ethiopian wolves from extinction :: A mass oral vaccination program in Ethiopian wolves could pave the way for other endangered species and help humans, too.
How our obsession with self-esteem created the Selfie Generation :: In his latest book, Will Storr traces the lineage from self-esteem to selfie. Read More
How our obsession with self-esteem created the Selfie Generation :: In his latest book, Will Storr traces the lineage from self-esteem to selfie. Read More
How past disasters can help us prepare for the future :: In The Big Ones, seismologist Lucy Jones examines the science behind some of the most catastrophic natural disasters in human history.
How personality affects gamified diabetes self-management :: Researchers have designed and tested an app for self-managing diabetes for insight into how personality differences might explain why mobile health apps help some patients more than others.
How personality affects gamified diabetes self-management :: Researchers have designed and tested an app for self-managing diabetes for insight into how personality differences might explain why mobile health apps help some patients more than others.
How reciprocity can magnify inequality :: People tend to reciprocate others' actions in ways that increase disparities in wealth, according to findings published in Psychological Science, a journal of the Association for Psychological Science. In a series of studies, researchers find that people may see kindness through wealth-tinted glasses, repaying the most to those who need it the least.
How reciprocity can magnify inequality :: People tend to reciprocate others' actions in ways that increase disparities in wealth, according to new findings. In a series of studies, researchers find that people may see kindness through wealth-tinted glasses, repaying the most to those who need it the least.
How researchers diagnosed a 200-million-year-old infected predator bite :: Nature, red in tooth and claw.
How science GCSEs in England are changing :: Students will be graded numerically on a scale from 9 to 1.
How self-driving cars could shrink parking lots :: New research shows that adoption of self-driving cars — also known as autonomous vehicles (AVs) — could significantly reduce the amount of valuable urban space dedicated to parking.
How self-driving cars could shrink parking lots :: New research shows that adoption of self-driving cars — also known as autonomous vehicles (AVs) — could significantly reduce the amount of valuable urban space dedicated to parking.
How self-driving cars could shrink parking lots :: New U of T Engineering research shows that adoption of self-driving cars — also known as autonomous vehicles (AVs) — could significantly reduce the amount of valuable urban space dedicated to parking.
How self-driving cars could shrink parking lots :: New U of T Engineering research shows that adoption of self-driving cars — also known as autonomous vehicles (AVs) — could significantly reduce the amount of valuable urban space dedicated to parking.
How Social Media Can Reveal Overlooked Drug Reactions :: Even big clinical studies can miss important drug side effects. Researchers, doctors and drugmakers are looking at patients' experiences posted on social media for clues on problems that were missed. (Image credit: Roy Scott/Getty Images/Ikon Images)
How the AI cloud could produce the richest companies ever :: Amazon, Google, and Microsoft all want to dominate the business of providing artificial-intelligence services through cloud computing. The winner may have the OS of the future.
How the earliest plants made our world muddy :: The first plants to make it on to land altered mud production and where it formed rocks, changing our planet forever How and when the earliest plants made the first move on to land is always a hot topic for palaeobotanists. We know that early land plants likely evolved from freshwater algae, gaining a bunch of necessary adaptations in the process. Plants needed to support themselves, protect them
How the Jaegers in *Pacific Rim Uprising* Violate Physics :: Sometimes real science isn't nearly as exciting as pretend science.
How This Bulging Lump on a Man's Hand Revealed a Serious Heart Infection :: It started out as a red patch on a man's palm. But soon it turned into a raised, blue lump that pulsed with his heartbeat.
How to Block Calls and Texts on iPhone in iOS 11 :: Unwanted calls and messages arriving on your iPhone? Block 'em all with our guide.
How to brew hoppy beer, no hops required :: Biologists have come up with a way to create the unique flavors and aromas of hoppy beer without using hops. The researchers created strains of brewer’s yeast that not only ferment the beer but also provide two of the prominent flavor notes that hops provides. In double-blind taste tests, employees of Lagunitas Brewing Company in Petaluma, California, characterized beer made from the engineered s
How To Download Your Facebook Data and What To Look For in It :: Facebook Data PrivacyHere's how to parse the downloadable file of data the social network has about you.
How To Download Your Facebook Data and What To Look For in It :: Facebook Data PrivacyHere's how to parse the downloadable file of data the social network has about you.
How to fight Insectageddon with a garden of native plants :: People across North America love to garden, yet the vast majority of garden plants are non-native species.
How to hallucinate at home, without mind bending drugs :: Always wanted trip but don't want to risk brain damage? We might have a solution for you. Read More
How to manipulate Facebook and Twitter instead of letting them manipulate you :: Twitter and Facebook have vast control over our online lives. Here are six ways to take it back.
How to repair your phone in a pinch :: DIY Throw together a quick fix. Next time you drop, dunk, or otherwise damage your phone, don't panic. This basic advice will get your phone functioning again as quickly as possible.
How to tame your wandering mind |Amishi Jha :: Amishi Jha studies how we pay attention: the process by which our brain decides what's important out of the constant stream of information it receives. Both external distractions (like stress) and internal ones (like mind-wandering) diminish our attention's power, Jha says — but some simple techniques can boost it. "Pay attention to your attention," Jha says.
How to wash your clothes without wearing them out :: DIY Extend your t-shirt’s lifespan. If you’re tired of your shirts fading and workout clothes stretching into flimsy wrecks, here's how to tweak your laundry habits to give them longer lives.
How to wash your clothes without wearing them out :: DIY Extend your t-shirt’s lifespan. If you’re tired of your shirts fading and workout clothes stretching into flimsy wrecks, here's how to tweak your laundry habits to give them longer lives.
How to watch live TV on your computer :: DIY Turn your laptop into a mobile television set. You probably use your computer to consume on-demand TV shows. But what about sports games and news broadcasts? Here's how to watch live channels on your laptop.
How trees coexist. New findings from biodiversity research published in Nature Communications :: One of the most fascinating topics in ecology is the exploration of interactions between plants, specifically in long-lived organisms, such as trees. In this context, it is generally assumed that tree-tree interactions are dominated by competition for resources such as light, water or nutrients.
How trees coexist: Understanding biodiversity :: One of the most fascinating topics in ecology is the exploration of interactions between plants, specifically in long-lived organisms, such as trees. In this context, it is generally assumed that tree-tree interactions are dominated by competition for resources such as light, water or nutrients.
How trees coexist—new findings from biodiversity research :: For a decade, researchers explore how tree species diversity affects the coexistence of trees and their growth performance in the largest biodiversity experiment with trees worldwide, the so-called "BEF-China' experiment. One of the main interests of the BEF-China team is to explore the relationship between tree diversity and multiple ecosystem functions, specifically those benefitting society, su
How trees, fungi, and bacteria team up against pollution :: Roots, fungi, and bacteria may team up to help some trees to clean polluted land, according to a new study. Fast-growing trees, such as willows, are known to tolerate and even rejuvenate soil contaminated with petroleum by-products or heavy metals. The clean-up of soil in this way is known as phytoremediation, a process is commonly attributed to “secondary metabolism”—the production of specialize
How trees, fungi, and bacteria team up against pollution :: Roots, fungi, and bacteria may team up to help some trees to clean polluted land, according to a new study. Fast-growing trees, such as willows, are known to tolerate and even rejuvenate soil contaminated with petroleum by-products or heavy metals. The clean-up of soil in this way is known as phytoremediation, a process is commonly attributed to “secondary metabolism”—the production of specialize
How Trump’s new tariffs could damage American tech ::
How well do solar cells really work in the Nordic climate? :: In recent years the price of solar cells has fallen so dramatically that more and more people are now looking to invest in solar panels. These can be installed either as free-standing structures on roofs, or as integrated components of construction modules such as roof slates or facade panels.
How YouTube Uses Mechanical Turk Tasks to Help Train Its AI :: A Mechanical Turk task shared with WIRED provides a glimpse into how algorithms are trained to spot and sort content on the video platform.
Hubble finds first galaxy in the local Universe without dark matter :: An international team of researchers using the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope and several other observatories have, for the first time, uncovered a galaxy that is missing most — if not all — of its dark matter. This discovery of the galaxy NGC 1052-DF2 challenges currently-accepted theories of and galaxy formation and provides new insights into the nature of dark matter. The results are publish
Hubble finds first galaxy in the local Universe without dark matter :: An international team of researchers using the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope and several other observatories have, for the first time, uncovered a galaxy that is missing most — if not all — of its dark matter. This discovery of the galaxy NGC 1052-DF2 challenges currently-accepted theories of and galaxy formation and provides new insights into the nature of dark matter. The results are publish
Hubble solves cosmic 'whodunit' with interstellar forensics :: On the outskirts of our galaxy, a cosmic tug-of-war is unfolding-and only NASA's Hubble Space Telescope can see who's winning.
Hubble solves cosmic 'whodunit' with interstellar forensics :: On the outskirts of our galaxy, a cosmic tug-of-war is unfolding-and only NASA's Hubble Space Telescope can see who's winning.
Hubble solves cosmic 'whodunit' with interstellar forensics :: On the outskirts of our galaxy, a cosmic tug-of-war is unfolding—and only NASA's Hubble Space Telescope can see who's winning.
Huge Australian bushfire was caused by unseasonal freak weather :: A fire in New South Wales has destroyed 69 homes, even though Australia’s fire season is over – climate change may be a factor
Human aging and disease: Lessons from age-related macular degeneration [Biochemistry :: ]Aging is the most significant risk factor associated with chronic disease in humans. The accumulation of genetic damage throughout life leads to a variety of biological aberrations, including disrupted protein homeostasis, metabolic dysfunction, and altered cellular signaling. Such changes ultimately result in cellular senescence, death, or transformation to uncontrolled proliferation,…
Human impact on African forests ::
Human-centered design is key to forming partnerships for large-scale conservation success :: The findings, published in PLOS ONE on March 9, question previous assumptions in the field that the payments themselves are the most effective motivator of participation.
Human-centered design is key to forming partnerships for large-scale conservation success :: The findings, published in PLOS ONE on March 9, question previous assumptions in the field that the payments themselves are the most effective motivator of participation.
Human-centered design is key to forming partnerships for large-scale conservation success :: To recruit more fishers to help with marine conservation, cast a wider net.
Human-centered design is key to forming partnerships for large-scale conservation success :: To recruit more fishers to help with marine conservation, cast a wider net.
Human-eye VR :: VR has suffered from an image problem, so could very high resolution headsets be the answer?
Hungarian agency powerless in holding healthcare funding decisions to account :: New research from the University of Bath raises issues about transparency and decision-making for healthcare policies in Hungary.
Hungarian agency powerless in holding healthcare funding decisions to account :: New research from the University of Bath raises issues about transparency and decision-making for healthcare policies in Hungary.
Hunting regulations are forcing animals to change in all sorts of ways :: Animals We put a lot of pressure on species to adapt. In just a few thousand years we drastically changed the temperament of dogs by domesticating them, and in a couple hundred managed to diversity them into separate…
Hunting regulations are forcing animals to change in all sorts of ways :: Animals We put a lot of pressure on species to adapt. In just a few thousand years we drastically changed the temperament of dogs by domesticating them, and in a couple hundred managed to diversity them into separate…
Hunting squid slowed by rising carbon levels :: James Cook University (JCU) scientists in Australia have found high carbon dioxide levels cause squid to bungle attacks on their prey.
Hunting squid slowed by rising carbon levels :: James Cook University scientists in Australia have found high carbon dioxide levels cause squid to bungle attacks on their prey.
Hunting squid slowed by rising carbon levels :: PhD candidate Blake Spady from the ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies (Coral CoE) at James Cook University (JCU) led an investigation into how squid behave and perform under elevated CO2 levels.
Hunting squid slowed by rising carbon levels :: Scientists have found that high carbon dioxide levels cause squid to bungle attacks on their prey. Investigators said that the oceans absorb more than one-quarter of all the excess carbon dioxide (CO2) released into the atmosphere by humans and this uptake of additional CO2 causes seawater to become more acidic.
Hurricane Harvey's toxic impact deeper than public told :: A toxic onslaught from the nation's petrochemical hub was largely overshadowed by the record-shattering deluge of Hurricane Harvey as residents and first responders struggled to save lives and property.
Hvad er Cambridge Analytica? – 'datajægerne', der er under anklage for misbrug af Facebook :: Cambridge Analytica er centrum i en sag om misbrug af personlig data, Facebook og præsidentvalg i USA.
Hver femte hjertepatient bliver ikke udredt til tiden :: Regionerne overholder ikke udredningsretten for hver femte hjertepatient. Det er slet ikke godt nok, mener sundhedsminister Ellen Trane Nørby (V).
Hver fjerde har fedtlever: Simpel scanning kan sikre tidlig indsats :: Forskere fra SDU har udviklet en ny scanningsmetode, der nemt kan 'spotte' de fede, danske levere, inden de udvikler sig til alvorlig sygdom.
Hvis det havde været let, så havde nogen sikkert gjort det for lang tid siden (citation) :: Sundhedsminister Ellen Trane Nørby (V) indrømmer, at planen for det nære sundhedsvæsen er en kompleks størrelse. Hun erkender, at der gennem arbejdsprocessen har været knas på linjen. »Det er jo ingen hemmelighed, at der var rygende uenighed.«
Hydrogel could totally change treatment of diabetic wounds :: A hydrogel that can help the body heal may also be particularly good at treating wounds related to diabetes, new research suggests. Tests on diabetic animal models show that the injectable hydrogel significantly accelerates wound healing compared with another hydrogel often used in clinics. …the typical treatment for a diabetic foot ulcer has not changed much over the last century. The multidomai
Hydrogel may help heal diabetic ulcers :: A hydrogel invented at Rice University that is adept at helping the body heal may also be particularly good at treating wounds related to diabetes.
Hydrogel may help heal diabetic ulcers :: A hydrogel invented at Rice University that is adept at helping the body heal may also be particularly good at treating wounds related to diabetes.
Hydrogel may help heal diabetic ulcers :: A hydrogel that is adept at helping the body heal may also be particularly good at treating wounds related to diabetes.
Hydrologic regulation of plant rooting depth: Breakthrough or observational conundrum? [Physical Sciences :: ]In PNAS, Fan et al. (1) propose that landscape-scale hydrologic convergence along topography is the main driver of rooting depth. Fan et al. (1) base their assessment on a compilation of published reports and the development of an inverse modeling applied at the global scale. One of the central hypotheses…
Hyperglycemia drives intestinal barrier dysfunction and risk for enteric infection :: Obesity, diabetes, and related manifestations are associated with an enhanced, but poorly understood, risk for mucosal infection and systemic inflammation. Here, we show in mouse models of obesity and diabetes that hyperglycemia drives intestinal barrier permeability, through GLUT2-dependent transcriptional reprogramming of intestinal epithelial cells and alteration of tight and adherence junctio
Højst to øl – stramme regler for druk ser ud til at virke :: Unge, hvis forældre satte stramme regler for alkohol i teenageårene, drikker sig sjældent…
Hør ugens podcast om Kattegatbro og kæmpevulkaner :: Transformator handler denne uge om den Kattegatforbindelse, som regeringen har trukket frem af skuffen igen – nu uden togskinner. Vi taler også om den ikke-negligerbare trussel fra kæmpevulkaner.
I Love Preprints :: As a young researcher, I find these draft versions of potential journal articles invaluable — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
I Love Preprints :: As a young researcher, I find these draft versions of potential journal articles invaluable — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
I was expected to marry so I went to Antarctica instead :: Meena was raised a ‘good Indian girl' who was expected to get married, but she's off to Antarctica.
I’m really sorry that this happened (citation): Zuckerberg breaks silence on Cambridge Analytica scandal :: Facebook Data Cambridge AnalyticaIn his first media appearances since the Cambridge Analytica story broke, Mark Zuckerberg spoke to several publications about how Facebook plans to protect user data going forward. Read More
IBM demonstrates new breakthrough in AI performance :: IBM has demonstrated a new breakthrough in AI performance. By using machine learning on POWER9 with NVIDIA Tesla V100 GPUs, IBM technology can now predict the likelihood of a user clicking online advertisements 46x faster than previous published results.
IBM is facing allegations of rampant age discrimination ::
IBM scientists demo rocking Brownian motors for nanoparticles :: Today, our IBM Research team published the first real world demonstration of a rocking Brownian motor for nanoparticles in the peer-review journal Science. The motors propel nanoscale particles along predefined racetracks to enable researchers to separate nanoparticle populations with unprecedented precision. The reported findings show great potential for lab-on-a-chip applications in material sci
IBM will help any firm build its own voice assistant ::
Iconic swallowtail butterfly at risk from climate change :: New research reveals that Norfolk's butterflies, bees, bugs, birds, trees and mammals are at major risk from climate change as temperatures rise. Researchers carried out the first in-depth audit of its kind for a region in the UK to see how biodiversity might be impacted in Norfolk as the world warms. The study finds that the region's Swallowtail Butterfly, which can't be found anywhere else in th
Iconic swallowtail butterfly at risk from climate change :: New research reveals that Norfolk's butterflies, bees, bugs, birds, trees and mammals are at major risk from climate change as temperatures rise. Researchers carried out the first in-depth audit of its kind for a region in the UK to see how biodiversity might be impacted in Norfolk as the world warms. The study finds that the region's Swallowtail Butterfly, which can't be found anywhere else in th
Ideal heart health less likely among lesbian, gay and bisexual adults :: Lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) adults were less likely than heterosexuals to have ideal cardiovascular health, according to preliminary research. LGB adults were 36 percent less likely to have ideal cardiovascular health, based on seven leading risk factors, including smoking, body-mass index, physical activity, diet, blood cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugar. These preliminary findings u
Identifying the chemical forming carcinogens in recycled water :: Engineers at wastewater recycling plants can rest easy knowing that their methods for minimizing the formation of a potent carcinogen are targeting the right chemical compound. USC Viterbi School of Engineering Assistant Professor Daniel McCurry, undergraduate student Meredith Huang and master's student Shiyang Huang have confirmed the chemical responsible for the formation of the carcinogen N-nit
Identifying the chemical forming carcinogens in recycled water :: Engineers at wastewater recycling plants can rest easy knowing that their methods for minimizing the formation of a potent carcinogen are targeting the right chemical compound. Chemists have confirmed the chemical responsible for the formation of the carcinogen N-nitrosodimethyalmine, or NDMA, in recycled wastewater.
If you're an LGBTI traveller, red on this map means danger :: Do you enjoy 'non-traditional sexual relationships'? Then mind where you travel. Read More
If you're an LGBTI traveller, red on this map means danger :: Do you enjoy 'non-traditional sexual relationships'? Then mind where you travel. Read More
Illusory motion reproduced by deep neural networks trained for prediction :: a research team led by associate professor Eiji Watanabe of the National Institute for Basic Biology successfully reproduced illusory motion by deep neural networks trained for prediction.
I'm following the footsteps of my Aboriginal ancestors, the first astronomers |IndigenousX :: My mind was blown away when learning about Kamilaroi and Boorong astronomy I like to talk about astronomy a lot. No, scratch that, I love to talk about astronomy. All. The. Time. Thank goodness I do just that for a living. I’ve worked at Sydney Observatory for the past two years as an astronomy educator, which is essentially my glorified term for a tour guide. My favourite part about being an ast
Image of the Day: Flock of Algae :: Volvox barberi actively organize themselves into large colonies that optimize space.
Image of the Day: Infection Imaging :: A new technique could allow researchers to better understand bacteria-host interactions over the course of an infection.
Image of the Day: Leprosy Lesion :: Researchers identify two blood-clotting proteins that could be biomarkers for cardiovascular reactions in patients with leprosy.
Image of the Day: New Neurons :: Scientists discover a molecular factor that allows them to follow neurons from birth to maturity.
Image of the Day: New Neurons :: Scientists discover a molecular factor that allows them to follow neurons from birth to maturity.
Image of the Day: Nuclear Pore Complex :: The structure has a stress-resilient architecture reminiscent of suspension bridges.
Image of the Day: Pleistocene Footprints :: Researchers find impressions left by a human some 13,000 years ago in British Columbia.
Image of the Day: Pleistocene Footprints :: Researchers find impressions left by a human some 13,000 years ago in British Columbia.
Image of the Day: Pseudomonas Autophagy :: Researchers identify antibacterial functions of cell death in Arabidopsis when the plant is infected with Pseudomonas.
Image: Bolivian deforestation :: Marking the International Day of Forests, this Copernicus Sentinel-2 image shows an area of Bolivia that was once covered by trees but has now been cleared for resettlement schemes and agriculture.
Image: Egg Island, Bahamas :: When it comes to eggs, most of us are probably thinking of the chocolate variety that we hope will pass our way this weekend, but they're difficult to spot from space. Instead, we can offer you this gorgeous Copernicus Sentinel-2B picture of Egg Island in the Bahamas.
Image: Netherlands ice :: The Dutch are now starting to see their famous spring flowers poke through the winter soil, but a few weeks ago it was a different story as a cold snap took grip.
Image: Proba-1 pyramid spotting :: A view looking north to south of Egypt's famous Giza Pyramid Complex, as seen by ESA's Proba-1 minisatellite.
Image: Proba-1 pyramid spotting :: A view looking north to south of Egypt's famous Giza Pyramid Complex, as seen by ESA's Proba-1 minisatellite.
Image: Satellite panel following reentry testing :: Ideally, no parts of a reentering satellite would survive their fiery return through the atmosphere, so testing is being used to understand how satellites break apart as they fall.
Image: Testing InSight :: Testing continued on NASA's Interior Exploration using Seismic Investigations, Geodesy and Heat Transport, or InSight, spacecraft on inside the Astrotech processing facility at Vandenberg Air Force Base in early March 2018.
Image: Tiangong-1 spotted in space via radar :: In the next few days, an unoccupied Chinese space station, Tiangong-1, is expected to reenter the atmosphere following the end of its operational life. Most of the craft should burn up.
Image: Tiangong-1 spotted in space via radar :: In the next few days, an unoccupied Chinese space station, Tiangong-1, is expected to reenter the atmosphere following the end of its operational life. Most of the craft should burn up.
Imaging technologies turn up the focus on crime scenes :: Combining multiple images and cutting-edge technology is helping forensic science to give law enforcement agencies, juries and the judiciary the clearest ever picture of what happens at the scene of a crime.
Immune cells in the retina can spontaneously regenerate :: Immune cells called microglia can completely repopulate themselves in the retina after being nearly eliminated, according to a new study in mice from scientists at the National Eye Institute (NEI).
Immune cells in the retina can spontaneously regenerate :: Immune cells called microglia can completely repopulate themselves in the retina after being nearly eliminated, according to a new study in mice. The findings point to potential therapies for controlling inflammation and slowing progression of rare retinal diseases such as retinitis pigmentosa (RP) and age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
Immune-boosting gel prevents cancer relapse after surgery :: A gel tested in mice prevented lingering cancer cells from growing or spreading around the body after surgeons remove tumours
Implications of access to high-quality fruits and vegetables :: Researchers have shown how access to high-quality fruits and vegetables – or lack thereof – strongly influences whether healthy foods make it to a person's breakfast, lunch or dinner plate.
Improving fabrication process of nano-structures for electronic devices :: Researchers have found a more efficient fabricating process to produce semiconductors used in today's electronic devices. They also confirmed that materials other than silicon can be used successfully in the development process that could increase performance of electronic devices.
In 30 years Asian-Pacific fish will be gone, and then we’re next :: An assessment of Earth’s biodiversity predicts catastrophic losses within decades, with severe knock-on effects for human civilisation like shortages of food
In a Final TV Appearance, Stephen Hawking Imagines Humanity Colonizing Alien Worlds :: One of Stephen Hawking’s final television projects was the documentary "Leaving Earth," airing March 25.
In a severe childhood neurodegeneration, novel mechanism found :: Neurology researchers investigating a rare but devastating neurological regression in infants have discovered the cause: gene mutations that severely disrupt crucial functions in mitochondria, the energy-producing structures within cells. The specific disease mechanism, in which mutations disrupt a critical mitochondrial enzyme, has not previously been implicated in a human disease.
In a severe childhood neurodegeneration, novel mechanism found :: Neurology researchers investigating a rare but devastating neurological regression in infants have discovered the cause: gene mutations that severely disrupt crucial functions in mitochondria, the energy-producing structures within cells. The specific disease mechanism, in which mutations disrupt a critical mitochondrial enzyme, has not previously been implicated in a human disease.
In Defense of the 'Ugly' Facebook Memo :: On Thursday, Buzzfeed published a controversial internal Facebook memo titled “The Ugly.” It features Facebook Vice President Andrew Bosworth’s 2016 reflections on the company’s aggressive efforts to connect people—and their fraught implications. So far, Facebook is standing by its VP, who said this about his intentions on Twitter: “I don’t agree with the post today and I didn’t agree with it eve
In field tests, device harvests water from desert air :: It seems like getting something for nothing, but you really can get drinkable water right out of the driest of desert air.
In field tests, device harvests water from desert air :: You really can extract clean drinking water right from the air, even in the driest of deserts, MIT researchers have found. They've demonstrated a real-world version of a water-harvesting system based on metal organic frameworks, or MOFs, that they first described last year.
In field tests, device harvests water from desert air :: You really can extract clean drinking water right from the air, even in the driest of deserts, researchers have found. They've demonstrated a real-world version of a water-harvesting system based on metal organic frameworks, or MOFs, that they first described last year.
In Images: Cut Marks from Samurai Swords and Machetes :: Slashing pigs with swords doesn't sound like science. But that's exactly what scientists had volunteers do — hack away at a pig carcass with a Japanese samurai sword called a katana.
In Ivory Coast, 'drone academy' offers youth the chance to soar :: "Drones have become my passion," says Noursely Doumbia, who holds a degree in electronics and is currently learning to pilot drones as part of a pioneering programme in Ivory Coast's economic capital Abidjan.
In Photos: A Look at China's Space Station That's Crashing to Earth :: Tiangong-1, China's first space station, is currently falling back to Earth and will soon make an uncontrolled entry through our atmosphere. Here's a look back at the 9-ton space lab.
In San Francisco’s Big Oil lawsuit, Climate Science Gets a Day in Court :: San Francisco and Oakland are suing oil companies for money to protect against sea level rise.
In Search of God’s Mathematical Perfect Proofs :: The mathematicians Günter Ziegler and Martin Aigner have spent the past 20 years collecting some of the most beautiful proofs in mathematics.
In some elderly patients, levothyroxine may be linked with increased mortality :: Treating some elderly people with levothyroxine may put them at increased risk of death, new research from Israel reports. The results will be presented on Tuesday, March 20, at ENDO 2018, the 100th annual meeting of the Endocrine Society in Chicago, Ill.
In This Issue [This Week in PNAS :: ]Marine animal movement patterns might shape conservation outcomes Southern sea lion mother and pup on the Falkland Islands. Animal movement patterns are thought to be dictated by environmental as well as intrinsic factors, such as body length and mass, metabolism, and speed. To determine the influence of intrinsic versus extrinsic…
Inbred organisms are more likely to develop tumours :: Inbreeding could lead to increased rates of cancer, putting both humans and endangered animals at risk according to a review led by researchers at Deakin University's Centre for Integrative Ecology.
Increase in heart rate as blood pressure falls could be early sign of neurological disease :: A simple bedside test that matches a change in heart rate with a drop in blood pressure after a patient stands may help doctors diagnose certain degenerative brain diseases, according to a new study led by researchers at NYU School of Medicine.
Increase in heart rate as blood pressure falls could be early sign of neurological disease :: A simple bedside test that matches a change in heart rate with a drop in blood pressure after a patient stands may help doctors diagnose certain degenerative brain diseases, according to a new study led by researchers at NYU School of Medicine.
Increase in heart rate as blood pressure falls could be early sign of neurological disease :: A simple bedside test that matches a change in heart rate with a drop in blood pressure after a patient stands may help doctors diagnose certain degenerative brain diseases, according to a new study.
Increase in heart rate as blood pressure falls could be early sign of neurological disease :: A simple bedside test that matches a change in heart rate with a drop in blood pressure after a patient stands may help doctors diagnose certain degenerative brain diseases, according to a new study.
Increases in obesity, severe obesity continue among adults in US :: Obesity and severe obesity continued to grow among adults in the United States between 2007-2008 and 2015-2016 but there were no significant overall changes among youth.
Increasing temperatures in cooling systems :: For the very first time, scientists from Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), the University of Leicester and the University of Vigo have proven that the kinetic energy from particles in granular gases such as dust clouds can rise temporarily even though energy is constantly being drawn out of the system. Their research adds further detail to Haff's law (devised 35 years ago),
India asks Cambridge Analytica for information on data :: India's government on Friday sent a notice to U.K.-based Cambridge Analytica asking whether it has misused data to profile Indians and influence their elections.
India sends notice to Facebook over alleged data breach :: India's government has sent a notice to Facebook asking whether the personal data of Indian voters and users has been compromised by U.K.-based Cambridge Analytica or any other downstream entity.
India sends notice to Facebook over alleged data breach :: India's government has sent a notice to Facebook asking whether the personal data of Indian voters and users has been compromised by U.K.-based Cambridge Analytica or any other downstream entity.
Indian billionaire proposes funding Facebook rival :: An Indian billionaire who promised to help fund a rival to Facebook said Wednesday he had been "overwhelmed" with the response as the world grapples with concerns about data privacy.
Indian billionaire proposes funding Facebook rival :: An Indian billionaire who promised to help fund a rival to Facebook said Wednesday he had been "overwhelmed" with the response as the world grapples with concerns about data privacy.
India's Ph.D. scholar outreach requirement ::
India's turtle warriors embrace mission to save threatened species :: Since he was a boy, Soumyaranjan Biswal has kept a night vigil at the beach near his coastal Indian village where tens of thousands of tiny olive ridley turtles gather to lay their eggs.
Indonesia women face daily swim for clean water :: Indonesian villager Mama Hasria swims upstream with about 200 empty jerry cans tied to her back, a daily trip she and other local women make to get clean water for their community on Sulawesi island.
Indonesian 'house pet' orangutans rescued by activists :: Young orangutan Utu clings to one of his rescuers as he is freed from the tiny wooden cage that has been home for five years.
Indonesia's electricity subsidy reforms led to improved efficiency :: Indonesia has been home to some of the world's largest subsidies for electricity use. Electricity prices have been set at low levels, with the government making transfers to Indonesia's electricity utility, Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN), to cover its losses. In 2012, electricity subsidies cost the government US$10 billion.
Industrialization of ancient DNA search sets off a “bone rush” ::
Infiltration inhibition ::
Infiltration inhibition ::
Information experts optimizing potato production :: Farmers can optimize harvesting procedures and improve yields, food manufacturers can improve planning reliability. Information systems specialists at Saarland University are working to optimize the entire potato production chain, from field to fork. When it comes to the world's most popular tuber, Professor Wolfgang Maaß and his team are aiming to make all of the processes totally transparent. St
Information experts optimizing potato production :: Farmers can optimize harvesting procedures and improve yields, food manufacturers can improve planning reliability. Information systems specialists at Saarland University are working to optimize the entire potato production chain, from field to fork. When it comes to the world's most popular tuber, Professor Wolfgang Maaß and his team are aiming to make all of the processes totally transparent. St
Infosecurity Denmark: Bliv klogere på cybersikkerhed :: Alvorlige it-sikkerhedsangreb på danske virksomheder, digitale teknologier og ny lovgivning har øget behovet for viden og debat om cybersikkerhed. Version2’s it-sikkerhedsmesse Infosecurity 2.-3. maj bidrager med faglig viden på højt niveau.
Inherent feminizing effect of germ cells: New insights into sex determination :: Germ cells have long been recognized as the only cells that can transfer genetic materials to the next generation via the sperm or egg. However, recent analyses in medaka (teleost fish) revealed another essential role of germ cells — feminizing the gonads. Researchers showed the feminizing effect of germ cells occurs in parallel with other reproductive elements. Germ cells in medaka may have a po
Inherent feminizing effect of germ cells—new insights into sex determination :: Nagoya University-led study shows for the first time germ cells have an inherent property to feminize the body in teleost fish, medaka.
Innovative detectors quickly pinpoint radiation source :: Innovative "lighthouse" detectors that use a sweeping beam to quickly pinpoint a radiation source in seconds are reducing radiation exposure for workers and opening up new areas for robotic monitoring to avoid potential hazards.
Insects could help us find new yeasts for big business :: Yeasts are tiny fungi — but they play key roles in producing everything from beer and cheese to industrial chemicals and biofuels. And now scientists are proposing a new approach that could help these industries find new yeasts for use in their manufacturing processes.
Insects could help us find new yeasts for big business :: Yeasts are tiny fungi — but they play key roles in producing everything from beer and cheese to industrial chemicals and biofuels. And now scientists are proposing a new approach that could help these industries find new yeasts for use in their manufacturing processes.
Insects could help us find new yeasts for big business :: Yeasts are tiny fungi – but they play key roles in producing everything from beer and cheese to industrial chemicals and biofuels. And now scientists are proposing a new approach that could help these industries find new yeasts for use in their manufacturing processes.
Inside the secret life of the teenage brain – Science Weekly podcast :: Hannah Devlin speaks to neuroscientist Prof Sarah-Jayne Blakemore about her groundbreaking research into the adolescent brain
Inside the secret life of the teenage brain – Science Weekly podcast :: Hannah Devlin speaks to neuroscientist Prof Sarah-Jayne Blakemore about her groundbreaking research into the adolescent brain Subscribe and review on Acast , Apple Podcasts , Soundcloud , Audioboom and Mixcloud . Join the discussion on Facebook and Twitter Your teenage years may have faded to a distant or hazy memory, or perhaps you’re in the thick of adolescence right now. Wherever you are on li
Instagram Announces You'll Soon See "Newer" Posts In Your Feed :: Instagram Feed PostsWhat users really want is a chronological feed, but today's announcement is at least an acknowledgement that not everything about the algorithmic timeline is working.
Integrated program improves heart and stroke risk factors in those with diabetes :: Over a 10-year period, control of three key cardiovascular risk factors improved faster for Kaiser Permanente diabetes patients in Northern California than in the rest of the United States, according to research published today in the American Journal of Medicine.
Integration of speed and time for estimating time to contact [Psychological and Cognitive Sciences :: ]To coordinate movements with events in a dynamic environment the brain has to anticipate when those events occur. A classic example is the estimation of time to contact (TTC), that is, when an object reaches a target. It is thought that TTC is estimated from kinematic variables. For example, a…
Intense exercise before taking anti-psychotic meds may prevent weight gain, diseases :: Researchers found evidence that a single bout of exhaustive exercise protects against acute olanzapine-induced hyperglycemia.
Intensifying Tropical Storm Jelawat evaluated by NASA's GPM satellite :: The Global Precipitation Measurement mission or GPM core observatory satellite flew almost directly above large intensifying tropical storm Jelawat and found strong storms generating very heavy rainfall.
Intensifying Tropical Storm Jelawat evaluated by NASA's GPM satellite :: The Global Precipitation Measurement mission or GPM core observatory satellite flew almost directly above large intensifying tropical storm Jelawat and found strong storms generating very heavy rainfall.
Intensifying Tropical Storm Jelawat evaluated by NASA's GPM satellite :: The Global Precipitation Measurement mission or GPM core observatory satellite flew almost directly above large intensifying tropical storm Jelawat and found strong storms generating very heavy rainfall.
Intensifying Tropical Storm Jelawat evaluated by NASA's GPM satellite :: The Global Precipitation Measurement mission or GPM core observatory satellite flew almost directly above large intensifying tropical storm Jelawat and found strong storms generating very heavy rainfall.
Interessant afgørelse :: Højesteretsdom er et et kæmpe vink til Styrelsen for Patientsikkerhed om at slappe linen, når det gælder individer og i stedet fortsætte de seneste tyve års drejning væk fra straf.
Interessant afgørelse :: Højesteretsdom er et et kæmpe vink til Styrelsen for Patientsikkerhed om at slappe linen, når det gælder individer og i stedet fortsætte de seneste tyve års drejning væk fra straf.
Intermediate filament accumulation can stabilize microtubules in Caenorhabditis elegans motor neurons [Genetics :: ]Neural circuits utilize a coordinated cellular machinery to form and eliminate synaptic connections, with the neuronal cytoskeleton playing a prominent role. During larval development of Caenorhabditis elegans, synapses of motor neurons are stereotypically rewired through a process facilitated by dynamic microtubules (MTs). Through a genetic suppressor screen on mutant animals…
Internet addiction in teenagers studied at Kazan University :: The authors found out that the majority of those questioned have predispositions for Internet addiction. This includes weak control over time spent online, over their own activity timelines and priority setting. However, they still can limit their online activities in favor of face-to-face communication with friends and other daily activities, such as studies.
Intracellular transport in 3-D :: Ludwig Maximilian University researchers have visualized the complex interplay between protein synthesis, transport and modification.
Introducing The Atlantic's Family Section :: When The Atlantic ’s founders created this magazine 161 years ago, the American family was not top of mind. The Atlantic , they wrote, would be devoted to literature, art, and politics. Early on, its foremost concerns included the abolition of slavery and the then-parlous future of America as a united nation. Soon enough, though, the editors came to understand that the well-being of a nation, its
Invasive beetle threatens Japan's famed cherry blossoms :: Across Japan's capital, delicate pink and white cherry blossoms are emerging, but the famed blooms are facing a potentially mortal enemy, experts say: an invasive foreign beetle.
Investigating the enigmatic link between periodontal inflammation and retinal degeneration :: At the 47th Annual Meeting of the American Association for Dental Research (AADR), held in conjunction with the 42nd Annual Meeting of the Canadian Association for Dental Research (CADR), Hyun Hong, The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University, presented a poster titled 'Investigating the Enigmatic Link Between Periodontal Inflammation and Retinal Degeneration.' The AADR/CADR Annual Meeting
Investigation Finds Signs of Misconduct in Swedish Researchers Papers :: Eight papers by Suchitra Sumitran-Holgersson, a tissue engineer at the University of Gothenburg, have been flagged for image manipulation.
Investigation of metal deposition in organs after joint replacement :: The hip replacement is considered to be one of the most successful orthopaedic interventions, with 75,000 performed each year by the NHS alone. However, the implants used to replace hips contain metals, such as chromium and cobalt, which are potentially toxic and which can be deposited into tissues around the implant site due to wear and corrosion. A team of researchers used X-ray absorption spect
Investigators unravel biological roots of pulmonary hypertension :: Working with cells that line the innermost layer of the blood vessels, investigators say they have made a leap forward in understanding the underlying biology behind pulmonary hypertension, a dangerous type of high blood pressure in lungs that ultimately leads to right heart failure and death.
Investigators unravel biological roots of pulmonary hypertension :: Working with cells that line the innermost layer of the blood vessels, investigators say they have made a leap forward in understanding the underlying biology behind pulmonary hypertension, a dangerous type of high blood pressure in lungs that ultimately leads to right heart failure and death.
Investing in public education earns high marks for greater upward mobility :: Investing in education may help boost economic opportunities for the next generation, according to a team of economists.
Investing in public education earns high marks for greater upward mobility :: Investing in education may help boost economic opportunities for the next generation, according to a team of economists.
Investing in public education earns high marks for greater upward mobility :: Investing in education may help boost economic opportunities for the next generation, according to a team of economists.
Investing in public education earns high marks for greater upward mobility :: Investing in education may help boost economic opportunities for the next generation, according to a team of economists.
IPBES: Biodiversity and nature's contributions continue dangerous decline, scientists warn :: After three years of work by more than 550 leading experts from over 100 countries, the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) today published assessments of biodiversity and ecosystem services worldwide (except the poles and open oceans), divided into four major regions. IPBES, with 129 State Members, says biodiversity continues to decline in ever
IQ is a really stupid concept :: Science It's stacked against most of the world. IQ tests measure your ability to perform well on one particular type of test. But research shows that everything from healthcare access to GDP can influence a child's…
Iranian hackers broke into systems used by 8,000 American professors :: Iranian US DoJ
Iron's grip on malaria ::
Iron's grip on malaria ::
Is Geoengineering A Solution To Climate Change? :: We got ourselves into this, and some researchers have a plan for getting ourselves out. (Image credit: Jonathan Wood/Getty Images)
Is hearing loss associated with increased risk of accidental injury? :: Difficulty hearing was associated with increased risk of accidental injury and individuals reporting 'a lot of trouble' hearing were twice as likely to be hurt.
Is It Safe to Eat Freezer Burned Food? :: You put raw meat into the freezer and a couple of months later it appears cooked. What's going on? — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Is knee pain linked to depression? :: According to researchers, knee osteoarthritis affects some 55 percent of people over age 40 in Japan. A research team from the country recently published a study in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society examining the effects of knee pain on depression since, until now, few studies have focused on how knee pain and impaired knee function relate to depression.
Is knee pain linked to depression? :: According to researchers, knee osteoarthritis affects some 55 percent of people over age 40 in Japan. A research team recently published a study examining the effects of knee pain on depression since, until now, few studies have focused on how knee pain and impaired knee function relate to depression.
Is Peace on the Horizon for Afghanistan? :: Is it time for optimism in Afghanistan? On February 28, Afghan President Ashraf Ghani offered the Taliban peace talks without preconditions as a way to end the nearly two-decade-long conflict in his country. A month later, as delegates from more than 20 countries gathered in Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan, to discuss ways to restore stability to Afghanistan, there still hasn’t been a formal
Is Peace on the Horizon for Afghanistan? :: Is it time for optimism in Afghanistan? On February 28, Afghan President Ashraf Ghani offered the Taliban peace talks without preconditions as a way to end the nearly two-decade-long conflict in his country. A month later, as delegates from more than 20 countries gathered in Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan, to discuss ways to restore stability to Afghanistan, there still hasn’t been a formal
Is soothing ‘surgent’ babies with food a bad idea? :: Making a habit of soothing a fussy child with food can result in unnecessary weight gain in babies with certain temperaments, new research suggests. “…in many ways, the baby’s behavior is influencing the parents’ behavior…” The researchers studied the babies’ temperaments and how their mothers soothed them when the babies were six months old. When the researchers followed up a year later, they fo
Is the Interstitium Really a New Organ? :: A study confirms that the spaces between cells are fluid-filled, rather than tightly packed with connective tissue, but pathologists say the findings' implications remain to be seen.
Is the Interstitium Really a New Organ? :: A study confirms that the spaces between cells are fluid-filled, rather than tightly packed with connective tissue, but pathologists say the findings' implications remain to be seen.
Is the speed of light slowing down? :: Several things in nature go faster than the speed of light, without challenging general relativity. Read More
Is there an association between number of patients doctor sees and online patient rating? :: Lower online patient ratings for urologists in California were associated with practices that saw more patients.
Is there association between weight-loss surgery, change in relationships? :: Weight-loss surgery was associated with relationship changes for patients.
Is there association between weight-loss surgery, change in relationships? :: Weight-loss surgery was associated with relationship changes for patients.
Is this Jupiter, or a pizza? Join our Jovian guessing game. :: Space Our solar system's largest planet is a master of disguise. Yes, Jupiter is gorgeous, but it’s also a master of disguise. Here at Popular Science we’re always awed by the beautiful images of the largest planet in the solar…
Is Trump's Opioid Strategy a "War on Drugs" Relapse? :: The White House says it will boost treatment and strengthen law enforcement — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Is your Easter egg bad for the environment? :: A recent study by researchers at The University of Manchester and published in the journal Food Research International has looked at the carbon footprint of chocolate and its other environmental impacts. It has done this by assessing the impacts of ingredients, manufacturing processes, packaging and waste.
Is your Easter egg bad for the environment? :: A recent study by researchers at The University of Manchester and published in the journal Food Research International has looked at the carbon footprint of chocolate and its other environmental impacts. It has done this by assessing the impacts of ingredients, manufacturing processes, packaging and waste.
Is your Easter egg bad for the environment? :: With Easter fast approaching, the thought of chocolate is probably on all our minds, but could the UK's love of chocolate be having a damaging effect on the environment?
Is your Easter egg bad for the environment? :: With Easter fast approaching, the thought of chocolate is probably on all our minds, but could the UK's love of chocolate be having a damaging effect on the environment?
Isle Royale likely to get 20-30 wolves over a 3-year span :: The National Park Service on Friday formally moved forward with its proposal to put 20 to 30 wolves on Isle Royale in Lake Superior over three years to bolster the nearly extinct population on the island and cull the growing herd of moose.
Islet transplantation improves QoL for people with hard-to-control type 1 diabetes :: Quality of life for people with type 1 diabetes who had frequent severe hypoglycemia — a potentially fatal low blood glucose leve — improved consistently and dramatically following transplantation of insulin-producing pancreatic islets, according to findings published online March 21 in Diabetes Care. The results come from a Phase 3 clinical trial funded by the National Institute of Allergy and
Isotopes suggest Maya traded dogs for ceremonies :: The Maya raised and traded dogs and other animals, likely for ceremonial use, new research shows. Police detectives analyze isotopes in human hair to find out where a murder victim was born and grew up. The coauthors of the new study in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences combined clues from carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, and strontium isotope analysis to investigate the lives of Maya
Isotopes suggest Maya traded dogs for ceremonies :: The Maya raised and traded dogs and other animals, likely for ceremonial use, new research shows. Police detectives analyze isotopes in human hair to find out where a murder victim was born and grew up. The coauthors of the new study in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences combined clues from carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, and strontium isotope analysis to investigate the lives of Maya
Israeli firm says it can turn garbage into plastic gold :: Hawks, vultures and storks circle overhead as Christopher Sveen points at the heap of refuse rotting in the desert heat. "This is the mine of the future," he beams.
ISRIB mechanism of action ::
ISRIB mechanism of action ::
It shouldn’t take a nerve agent attack before UK scientists are supported :: A new £48m chemical weapons defence centre is welcome, but the scientists keeping us safe have faced years of funding cuts The city of Salisbury has been thrust into the international spotlight after the poisoning of Sergei Skripal and his daughter Yulia . The area is also home to one of the UK’s most important government defence agencies – the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl). Th
It’s official! Coffee causes cancer (except when it doesn’t) :: Coffee shops in California may soon have to display cancer warnings. But don’t worry, because new evidence points to the drink’s health benefits Name Coffee. Appearance: Brown. Continue reading…
It’s Time to Regulate the Internet :: It will be fantastically satisfying to see the boy genius flayed. All the politicians—ironically, in search of a viral moment—will lash Mark Zuckerberg from across the hearing room. They will corner Facebook’s founding bro, seeking to pin all manner of sin on him. This will make for scrumptious spectacle, but spectacle is a vacuous substitute for policy. As Facebook’s scandals have unfolded, the
It's a trap! :: Scientists at the US Department of Energy's (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory have published a new study that identifies the process by which holes get trapped in nanoparticles made of zinc oxide, a material of potential interest for solar applications because it absorbs ultraviolet light.
It's a trap! :: Scientists at the US Department of Energy's (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory have published a new study that identifies the process by which holes get trapped in nanoparticles made of zinc oxide, a material of potential interest for solar applications because it absorbs ultraviolet light.
It's a trap—Researchers identify the process by which holes get trapped in ZnO nanoparticles :: When a solar cell absorbs a photon of light, it starts an electronic race against time. Two particles—a negatively charged electron and positively charged "hole"—generate electricity if they fully separate.
It's a trap—Researchers identify the process by which holes get trapped in ZnO nanoparticles :: When a solar cell absorbs a photon of light, it starts an electronic race against time. Two particles—a negatively charged electron and positively charged "hole"—generate electricity if they fully separate.
It's beer, but not as we know it: scientists dispense with need for hops :: Scientists in the US used DNA-editing software to splice in genes from mint and basil plants Scientists in the US have created a more sustainable pint after discovering a way of getting the distinct hoppy taste into craft beer without the need for water-intensive hops. Related: Belgian bars put the boot into tourists who steal beer glasses Continue reading…
It's givin' me excitations: Study uncovers first steps of photosynthesis :: Photosynthesis has driven life on this planet for more than 3 billion years—first in bacteria, then in plants—but we don't know exactly how it works.
It's givin' me excitations: U-M study uncovers first steps of photosynthesis :: Photosynthesis has driven life on this planet for more than 3 billion years — first in bacteria, then in plants — but we don't know exactly how it works.
It's Time for Facebook and Google to Ban Ads from Dark Money Groups :: Opinion: Facebook and Google should stop accepting political advertising from groups whose funders and true agenda are unclear.
It's time to integrate psychedelics into therapy :: As more research on psychedelics appears, we need to take their therapeutic potential seriously. Read More
It-supportchef fra Region Sjælland dømt for bestikkelse :: En it-supportchef fra Region Sjælland har fået en dom på 60 dages betinget fængsel for at have modtaget bestikkelse.
Jaguars and well-managed logging concessions can coexist, say conservationists :: Logging activities in biodiverse forests can have a huge negative impact on wildlife, particularly large species such as big cats, but a new study proves that the Western Hemisphere's largest cat species—the jaguar (Panthera onca)—can do well in logging concessions that are properly managed, according to conservationists from the San Diego Zoo Global and the Bronx Zoo-based WCS (Wildlife Conservat
Jaguars and well-managed logging concessions can coexist, say conservationists :: Logging activities in biodiverse forests can have a huge negative impact on wildlife, particularly large species such as big cats, but a new study proves that the Western Hemisphere's largest cat species–the jaguar (Panthera onca)–can do well in logging concessions that are properly managed, according to conservationists from the San Diego Zoo Global and the Bronx Zoo-based WCS (Wildlife Conserv
Jaguars and well-managed logging concessions can coexist, say conservationists :: Logging activities in biodiverse forests can have a huge negative impact on wildlife, particularly large species such as big cats, but a new study proves that the Western Hemisphere's largest cat species — the jaguar (Panthera onca) — can do well in logging concessions that are properly managed.
Jaguar's New F-Pace SUV Is Fast, Sporty, and Expensive :: It goes from 0 to 60 in 4.1 seconds, and it has fatter tires and updated aerodynamics to match.
Jaguar's New F-Pace SUV Is Fast, Sporty, and Expensive :: It goes from 0 to 60 in 4.1 seconds, and it has fatter tires and updated aerodynamics to match.
Japan embracing cryptocurrencies despite big theft cases :: Four years after popular Tokyo-based bitcoin exchange Mt. Gox was hacked and went bankrupt, the case still casts a shadow over the regulatory regime put in place to protect Japan's thriving cryptocurrency market.
Japan embracing cryptocurrencies despite big theft cases :: Four years after popular Tokyo-based bitcoin exchange Mt. Gox was hacked and went bankrupt, the case still casts a shadow over the regulatory regime put in place to protect Japan's thriving cryptocurrency market.
Japan firms face charges over alleged maglev bid-rigging :: Japanese authorities on Friday pressed criminal charges against four major construction firms suspected of colluding to win contracts for Japan's multi-billion-dollar maglev project.
Japanese basket pattern inspires new material :: Researchers produce a metal with exotic electrical properties by mimicking a pattern from Japanese basket-weaving.
Japan's Takeda eyes takeover of Shire :: Japan's Takeda Pharmaceutical said Wednesday it is considering buying Ireland-based drugmaker Shire as part of its attempts to boost overseas acquisitions.
Japan's Takeda eyes takeover of Shire :: Japan's Takeda Pharmaceutical said Wednesday it is considering buying Ireland-based drugmaker Shire as part of its attempts to boost overseas acquisitions.
Jeff Bezos gave a sneak peek into Amazon’s future :: Amazon is a notoriously secretive company, but its recent conference provides a glance at its far-out plans.
Jesus' Baptism Site Surrounded by Bombs and Booby Traps (But Not for Long) :: One of the holiest sites in Christianity is surrounded by thousands of active land mines. Not for long.
Jesus' Baptism Site Surrounded by Bombs and Booby Traps (But Not for Long) :: One of the holiest sites in Christianity is surrounded by thousands of active land mines. Not for long.
John Bolton and the Normalization of Fringe Conservatism :: John Bolton D. TrumpSince President Trump chose John Bolton as national-security adviser, the media has focused largely on Bolton’s calls for war with North Korea and Iran . And for good reason. But there’s another element of Bolton’s record that’s received less scrutiny but may also illuminate how he’ll approach his new role, and the compromises he may be prepared to make. In 2016, Bolton played a crucial role in F
John Bolton's Radical Views on North Korea :: The Trump administration’s plan for dealing with North Korea’s nuclear-weapons program currently consists of two main components: an international campaign of economic sanctions and diplomatic pressure against the Kim regime, plus direct nuclear talks this spring between Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un. The president’s new national-security adviser , John Bolton, doesn’t seem to believe that either
Judge holds climate change class in suits against big oil :: A federal judge presiding over lawsuits that accuse big oil companies of lying about global warming to protect their profits is turning his courtroom into a classroom in what could be the first hearing to study the science of climate change.
Julia Kristeva was communist secret agent, Bulgaria claims :: Renowned psychoanalyst and philosopher alleged to have become collaborator in 1970s The renowned Bulgarian psychoanalyst and philosopher Julia Kristeva worked as an agent and collaborator with the Balkan country’s secret services during the communist era, a state commission has claimed. Kristeva, 76, is the author of more than 30 books and worked alongside leading French intellectuals such as Jac
Julia Kristeva was communist secret agent, Bulgaria claims :: Renowned psychoanalyst and philosopher alleged to have become collaborator in 1970s The renowned Bulgarian psychoanalyst and philosopher Julia Kristeva worked as an agent and collaborator with the Balkan country’s secret services during the communist era, a state commission has claimed. Kristeva, 76, is the author of more than 30 books and worked alongside leading French intellectuals such as Jac
Jupiter’s hefty twin found just 12 light years away :: A Jupiter-like planet has been found orbiting a star just 12 light years from Earth, making it the closest confirmed gas giant found outside our solar system
Jupiter’s hefty twin found just 12 light years away :: A Jupiter-like planet has been found orbiting a star just 12 light years from Earth, making it the closest confirmed gas giant found outside our solar system
Just one high-fat meal sets the perfect stage for heart disease :: A single high-fat milkshake, with a fat and calorie content similar to some enticing restaurant fare, can quickly transform our healthy red blood cells into small, spiky cells that wreak havoc inside our blood vessels and help set the perfect stage for cardiovascular disease, scientists report.
Just one high-fat meal sets the perfect stage for heart disease :: A single high-fat milkshake, with a fat and calorie content similar to some enticing restaurant fare, can quickly transform our healthy red blood cells into small, spiky cells that wreak havoc inside our blood vessels and help set the perfect stage for cardiovascular disease, scientists report.
Just one high-fat meal sets the perfect stage for heart disease :: A single high-fat milkshake, with a fat and calorie content similar to some enticing restaurant fare, can quickly transform our healthy red blood cells into small, spiky cells that wreak havoc inside our blood vessels and help set the perfect stage for cardiovascular disease, scientists report.
KAL’s cartoon ::
KAL’s cartoon ::
KAL’s cartoon ::
Kan kold fusion vinde anerkendelse under sit nye navn, LENR? :: Store forventninger, bristede løfter, hemmelighedskræmmeri grænsende til paranoia, blind tiltro, tvivlsomme tests og beskyldninger om svindel og bedrag. Alle er de forbundet med kold fusion og tanken om, at kernereaktioner ved lav temperatur er løsningen på verdens energiproblemer. Skepsis tilråd…
Kan MIT overhale Iter indenom med en lille fusionsreaktor? :: Sammen med en spinout virksomhed vil Massachusetts Institute of Technology udvikle verdens kraftigste superledende elektromagneter til brug for små fusionsreaktorer, der kan levere 100-200 MW.
Kathy Matthews, Drosophila Geneticist, Dies :: For decades, Matthews led two important repositories for fruit fly research: the Bloomington Drosophila Stock Center and FlyBase.
Keeping a healthy perspective on social media :: Social media can be a place to keep up with friends, make plans or hear about events. At the same time, it can be a bombardment of news and information, which may get stressful. Navigating social media use is all about keeping things in perspective. So how do we do that?
Keeping a tight hold on things: Robot-mounted vacuum grippers flex their artificial muscles :: A short electric pulse is all it takes to generate and release a powerful vacuum in the blink of an eye. The novel vacuum gripper enables robot arms to pick up objects and move them around freely in space. The system works without the need for compressed air to generate the vacuum, it is energy efficient, quiet and suitable for use in clean rooms.
Keeping science honest ::
Keeping science honest ::
Keeping the channels open ::
Kellyanne Conway Edges Toward Accepting the Job of Communications Director :: Kellyanne Conway is moving closer to accepting President Donald Trump’s offer for her to succeed Hope Hicks as White House communications director, if only on an interim basis, according to multiple sources who have spoken with her. “It’s becoming increasingly difficult for her to say no,” said one senior White House official. The official said that First Lady Melania Trump and Vice President Mik
Kesterite solar cells: Germanium promises better opto-electronic properties than tin :: Specific changes in the composition of kesterite-type semiconductors make it possible to improve their suitability as absorber layers in solar cells. As a team at the Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin showed, this is particularly true for kesterites in which tin was replaced by germanium. The scientists examined the samples using neutron diffraction at BER II and other methods. The work was selected for th
Kesterite solar cells: Germanium promises better opto-electronic properties than tin :: Specific changes in the composition of kesterite-type semiconductors make it possible to improve their suitability as absorber layers in solar cells. As a team at the Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin showed, this is particularly true for kesterites in which tin was replaced by germanium. The scientists examined the samples using neutron diffraction at BER II and other methods. The work was selected for th
Kesterite solar cells: Germanium promises better opto-electronic properties than tin :: Specific changes in the composition of kesterite-type semiconductors make it possible to improve their suitability as absorber layers in solar cells. As a team has shown, this is particularly true for kesterites in which tin was replaced by germanium. The scientists examined the samples using neutron diffraction at BER II and other methods.
Key figures in Cambridge Analytica scandal :: The university academic, the chief executive who boasted about dirty tricks and US political strategist Steve Bannon—here are the key figures involved in Cambridge Analytica, the British firm at the heart of a Facebook data scandal:
Key Takeaways From Mark Zuckerberg’s Facebook Media Blitz :: Mark Zuckerberg made the rounds Wednesday, apologizing for Facebook's failure to protect your data. Here are the highlights.
Keys found to bee-friendly neonics :: Discovery of why two of the most economically important bee species are immune to one neonicotinoid insecticide but not to others promises to yield chemical treatments that protect crops from pests without harming these essential pollinators, honeybees and bumblebees.
Keys found to bee-friendly neonics :: Discovery of why two of the most economically important bee species are immune to one neonicotinoid insecticide but not to others promises to yield chemical treatments that protect crops from pests without harming these essential pollinators, honeybees and bumblebees.Bee pollinators are equipped with biochemical defence systems, in the form of specific enzymes, that define their sensitivity to ins
Kidney dysfunction contributes to severe malaria :: Understanding the most severe presentations of malaria is key to lowering the mortality associated with the infectious disease, which currently stands around 500,000 deaths a year. Researchers have now reinforced the idea that kidney dysfunction is a contributing factor to severe Plasmodium vivax malaria cases.
Kidney dysfunction contributes to severe malaria :: Understanding the most severe presentations of malaria is key to lowering the mortality associated with the infectious disease, which currently stands around 500,000 deaths a year. Researchers have now reinforced the idea that kidney dysfunction is a contributing factor to severe Plasmodium vivax malaria cases.
Kids are starting to picture scientists as women :: An analysis of studies asking kids to draw a scientist finds that the number of females drawn has increased over the last 50 years.
Kids Draw Female Scientists More Often Than They Did Decades Ago :: A new study documents a significant change, but stereotypes about what a "typical" scientist looks like remain — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Kids from wealthier families feel more control over their lives :: Sociologists examined which measures of socioeconomic status — parents' education, family income, race and parents' occupation — have the greatest influence over a child's locus of control and why.
King Tut, the Boy Soldier? Here's What Other Stories Aren't Telling You. :: Many news reports describing this warrior-pharaoh hypothesis aren't telling you the whole story.
King Tut, the Boy Soldier? Here's What Other Stories Aren't Telling You. :: Many news reports describing this warrior-pharaoh hypothesis aren't telling you the whole story.
King Wanted More Than Just Desegregation :: Editor’s Note: Read The Atlantic ’s special coverage of Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy. Image Above: The folk singer Joan Baez joins King in escorting children to their newly integrated school in Grenada, Mississippi, in 1966. A bout employment, housing, and the military—institutions central to Americans’ social life—Martin Luther King Jr. had plenty to say. But about schools and education, perh
Klimaændringer forhindrer Vikingeskibsmuseet i at udbygge under jorden :: Uanset om Vikingeskibsmuseet bliver affredet eller ej, bliver der brug for mere plads. Indtil for nylig lød planen på underjordiske udbygninger. Men de er nu skyllet væk.
KL-rapport skamroser Cambridge Analytica :: Kommunernes Landsforening roser de udskældte Cambridge Analytica i en rapport, der har kostet 730.000 skattekroner. Rapporten er i forvejen problematisk, da den på intet tidspunkt forholder sig til etik omkring dataindsamling eller -brug.
Knitting electronics with yarn batteries :: When someone thinks about knitting, they usually don't conjure up an image of sweaters and scarves made of yarn that can power watches and lights. But that's just what one group is reporting in ACS Nano. They have developed a rechargeable yarn battery that is waterproof and flexible. It also can be cut into pieces and still work.
Knitting electronics with yarn batteries :: When someone thinks about knitting, they usually don't conjure up an image of sweaters and scarves made of yarn that can power watches and lights. But that's just what one group is reporting in ACS Nano. They have developed a rechargeable yarn battery that is waterproof and flexible. It also can be cut into pieces and still work.
Knitting electronics with yarn batteries :: When someone thinks about knitting, they usually don't conjure up an image of sweaters and scarves made of yarn that can power watches and lights. But that's just what one group is reporting. They have developed a rechargeable yarn battery that is waterproof and flexible. It also can be cut into pieces and still work.
Knitting electronics with yarn batteries :: When someone thinks about knitting, they usually don't conjure up an image of sweaters and scarves made of yarn that can power watches and lights. But that's just what one group is reporting. They have developed a rechargeable yarn battery that is waterproof and flexible. It also can be cut into pieces and still work.
Knowledge, wisdom, and the brain ::
Kobe's smart city project begins underground :: The underground complex Santica in the heart of Kobe is the target of a three-year initiative to develop an airflow control system based on AI sensors that detect the movement of people and air currents. The project was commissioned by Japan's Ministry of Environment as a Low Carbon Technology Research and Development Program. It is a collaboration between Kobe University, Nikken Sekkei Research I
Kobe's smart city project begins underground :: The underground complex Santica in the heart of Kobe is the target of a three-year initiative to develop an airflow control system based on AI sensors that detect the movement of people and air currents. The project was commissioned by Japan's Ministry of Environment as a Low Carbon Technology Research and Development Program. It is a collaboration between Kobe University, Nikken Sekkei Research I
Kryb i skjul for infrarøde kameraer med nyt materiale :: Med inspiration fra blæksprutter har forskere fremstillet et materiale, hvor udstrålingen kan ændres i det infrarøde område.
Kæmpeprinter skal udskrive et hus på under et døgn :: Med en pris på kun 4.000 dollars er det 3D-printede hus møntet på verdens fattigste befolkning.
Københavns Kommune vil hjælpe stofbrugere med at teste deres stoffer :: Et pilotforsøg i Københavns Kommune med test af euforiserende stoffer skal øge sikkerheden og føre til færre indlæggelser. Overlæge ser risiko for modsatte effekt.
Labs still lead but French bulldogs leap in popularity in US :: Americans still love Labrador retrievers, but the nation's flirtation with French bulldogs has reached new heights.
Labs still lead but French bulldogs leap in popularity in US :: Americans still love Labrador retrievers, but the nation's flirtation with French bulldogs has reached new heights.
Land degradation pushing planet towards sixth mass extinction :: More than 100 experts from 45 countries have published a three-year study of the Earth's land degradation, calling the problem "critical" and saying that worsening land conditions undermine the well-being of 3.2 billion people.
Landfills – a future source of raw materials :: Decontamination of landfills and open dumpsites could prove profitable – both financially and for the environment. This is demonstrated by Yahya Jani in a new dissertation in environmental science from Linnaeus University.
Landfills: A future source of raw materials :: Decontamination of landfills and open dumpsites could prove profitable – both financially and for the environment.
Landscape ridges may hold clues about ice age and climate change :: Researchers say the landscape may also hold answers to how glaciers helped form the current terrain and provide insight into the progression of climate change.
Largest-ever genetic study of stroke provides new insight into the disease :: An international research group studying 520,000 people from around the world has identified 22 new genetic risk factors for stroke, tripling the number of gene regions known to affect stroke risk. These results provide new clues on stroke mechanisms and could help scientists identify drug targets for treatment. The work is the largest genetic study on stroke ever.
Largest-ever genetic study of stroke provides new insight into the disease :: An international research group studying 520,000 people from around the world has identified 22 new genetic risk factors for stroke, tripling the number of gene regions known to affect stroke risk. These results provide new clues on stroke mechanisms and could help scientists identify drug targets for treatment. The work is the largest genetic study on stroke ever.
Laser-based sensing system can detect methane leaks from miles away :: A new field instrument developed by a collaborative team of CU Boulder researchers can detect and quantify methane leaks as tiny as one-quarter of a human exhalation from nearly a mile away.
Laser-based system offers continuous monitoring of leaks from oil and gas operations :: Researchers have conducted the first field tests for a new laser-based system that can pinpoint the location of very small methane leaks over an area of several square miles. The new technology could one day be used to continuously monitor for costly and dangerous methane leaks at oil and gas production sites.
Laser-based system offers continuous monitoring of leaks from oil and gas operations :: Researchers have conducted the first field tests for a new laser-based system that could one day be used to continuously monitor for costly and dangerous methane leaks at oil and gas production sites.
Laser-based system offers continuous monitoring of leaks from oil and gas operations :: Researchers have conducted the first field tests for a new laser-based system that could one day be used to continuously monitor for costly and dangerous methane leaks at oil and gas production sites.
Last male northern white rhino dies in Kenya :: Sudan Rhino KenyaSudan died in a Kenyan conservancy at the age of 45, after months of ill health.
Latest nanowire experiment boosts confidence in Majorana sighting :: In the latest experiment of its kind, researchers have captured the most compelling evidence to date that unusual particles lurk inside a special kind of superconductor. The result, which confirms theoretical predictions first made nearly a decade ago at the Joint Quantum Institute (JQI) and the University of Maryland (UMD), will be published in the April 5 issue of Nature.
Latest nanowire experiment boosts confidence in Majorana sighting :: In the latest experiment of its kind, researchers have captured the most compelling evidence to date that unusual particles lurk inside a special kind of superconductor. The result, which confirms theoretical predictions first made nearly a decade ago at the Joint Quantum Institute (JQI) and the University of Maryland (UMD), will be published in the April 5 issue of Nature.
Latest nanowire experiment boosts confidence in Majorana sighting :: In the latest experiment of its kind, researchers have captured the most compelling evidence to date that unusual particles lurk inside a special kind of superconductor. The result confirms theoretical predictions first made nearly a decade ago.
Latest nanowire experiment boosts confidence in Majorana sighting :: In the latest experiment of its kind, researchers have captured the most compelling evidence to date that unusual particles lurk inside a special kind of superconductor. The result confirms theoretical predictions first made nearly a decade ago.
Launch switch for most common malignant pediatric brain tumor :: A delicate balance during brain development could have profound implications for understanding and treating medulloblastoma, the most common malignant brain tumor affecting children.
Launch switch for most common malignant pediatric brain tumor :: A delicate balance during brain development could have profound implications for understanding and treating medulloblastoma, the most common malignant brain tumor affecting children.
Law of particle dynamics of granular gases: Increasing temps in cooling systems :: For the first time, scientists have demonstrated that the kinetic energy from particles in granular gases such as dust clouds can rise temporarily even though energy is constantly being drawn out of the system. Their research adds further detail to Haff's law (devised 35 years ago), which states that the granular temperature in closed systems continually decreases.
Layered dynamic regulation for improving metabolic pathway productivity in Escherichia coli [Engineering :: ]Microbial production of value-added chemicals from biomass is a sustainable alternative to chemical synthesis. To improve product titer, yield, and selectivity, the pathways engineered into microbes must be optimized. One strategy for optimization is dynamic pathway regulation, which modulates expression of pathway-relevant enzymes over the course of fermentation. Metabolic engineers…
Leaked Facebook memo questions cost of growth :: Facebook troubles worsened late Thursday with the leak of a two-year-old memo from a high-ranking executive hinting that the social network was determined to grow despite risks to users.
Learn How to Fold a World-Record-Setting Paper Airplane :: John Collins shows you how to fold the innovative paper airplane design that earned him a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records.
Learning to see :: Researchers with the Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging at Massachusetts General Hospital have developed a new technique based on artificial intelligence and machine learning that should enable clinicians to acquire high-quality images from limited data.
Leaving fossils behind for the future of transport :: One of the key challenges we face as a species in the 21st century is how to co-exist with nature in a sustainable manner whilst maintaining our way of life and extending these benefits across the developing world. This basic tension affects every area of our modern way of life, but none more so than transport. We live in a time of unprecedented technological progress, with colossal investment in
Leder: Vandprøve-skandalen – ansvaret kan altså ikke outsources ::
Leica CL: Snap Candids in Style With This Discreet New Camera :: While potential photographic subjects would shy away from a DSLR-wielding tourist, barely a soul would notice a box as compact as Leica’s CL.
Lesson learned? Massive study finds lectures still dominate STEM ed :: An analysis of more than 2,000 college classes in science, technology, engineering and math has found that 55 percent of STEM classroom interactions consisted mostly of conventional lecturing — a style that prior research has identified as among the least effective at teaching and engaging students.
Lesson learned? Massive study finds lectures still dominate STEM ed :: An analysis of more than 2,000 college classes in science, technology, engineering and math has found that 55 percent of STEM classroom interactions consisted mostly of conventional lecturing — a style that prior research has identified as among the least effective at teaching and engaging students.
Lesson learned? Massive study finds lectures still dominate STEM education :: An analysis of more than 2,000 college classes in science, technology, engineering and math has found that 55 percent of STEM classroom interactions consisted mostly of conventional lecturing — a style that prior research has identified as among the least effective at teaching and engaging students.
Lesson learned? Massive study finds lectures still dominate STEM education :: An analysis of more than 2,000 college classes in science, technology, engineering and math has found that 55 percent of STEM classroom interactions consisted mostly of conventional lecturing — a style that prior research has identified as among the least effective at teaching and engaging students.
Lesson learned? Massive study finds lectures still dominate STEM education :: An analysis of more than 2,000 college classes in science, technology, engineering and math has imparted a lesson that might resonate with many students who sat through them: Enough with the lectures, already.
Lesson learned? Massive study finds lectures still dominate STEM education :: An analysis of more than 2,000 college classes in science, technology, engineering and math has imparted a lesson that might resonate with many students who sat through them: Enough with the lectures, already.
Letters: How to Interpret a Poem :: America's Most Widely Misread Literary Work The text accompanying a new Atlantic video , animated by Jackie Lay, challenged the prevailing interpretation of Robert Frost’s “The Road Not Taken” as an ode to individualism. Like “The Road Not Taken,” “Mending Wall” is another Frost poem that can be interpreted many different ways. My wife and I were both high school English teachers many years ago a
Li metal battery, heal thyself ::
Li metal battery, heal thyself ::
Life beyond Earth—no plate tectonics, no problem :: Scientists looking for life on distant planets are making plans to search non-Earth-like planets based on discoveries within our solar system that are challenging long-standing ideas about habitable zones, plate tectonics and more.
Life beyond Earth—no plate tectonics, no problem :: Scientists looking for life on distant planets are making plans to search non-Earth-like planets based on discoveries within our solar system that are challenging long-standing ideas about habitable zones, plate tectonics and more.
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Lights go dark for Earth Hour to highlight climate change :: In Paris, the Eiffel Tower went dark. In London, a kaleidoscope of famous sites switched off their lights—Tower Bridge, Big Ben, Piccadilly Circus, Buckingham Palace, the London Eye.
Limiting medical trainees' hours affects satisfaction, but not educational outcomes :: Limiting first-year medical residents to 16-hour work shifts, compared to 'flexing' them to allow for some longer shifts, generally makes residents more satisfied with their training and work-life balance, but their training directors more dissatisfied with curtailed educational opportunities. That's one conclusion of a new study published online March 20 in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Limiting shifts for medical trainees affects satisfaction, but not educational outcomes :: Limiting first-year medical residents to 16-hour work shifts, compared to 'flexing' them to allow for some longer shifts, generally makes residents more satisfied with their training and work-life balance, but their training directors more dissatisfied with curtailed educational opportunities. That's one conclusion of a new study published online March 20 in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Limiting tumors' ability to hide from the immune system :: Scientists have discovered a way to stop tumors from shedding certain proteins that the immune system uses to identify and attack tumors.
Limiting tumors' ability to hide from the immune system :: Scientists have discovered a way to stop tumors from shedding certain proteins that the immune system uses to identify and attack tumors.
Link between 2 key Alzheimer's proteins explained :: Alzheimer's disease is characterized by clumps of two proteins — amyloid beta and tau — in the brain, but the link between the two has never been entirely clear. Now, researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have shown that people with more amyloid in the brain produce more tau, which could lead to new treatments for the disease based on targeting the production of ta
Linking teen driving behaviors to ADHD, other mental health factors :: Teen drivers are three times more likely to get into a fatal crash than their more-experienced, older counterparts. Research led by Catherine McDonald and Thomas Power of the University of Pennsylvania, found a link between mistakes these new drivers make and self-reported ADHD and other inattention disorders.
Lise Meitner: Life, Findings and Legacy :: Lise Meitner was a pioneering physicist who discovered nuclear fission. Her contributions have often been overlooked.
Lise Meitner: Life, Findings and Legacy :: Lise Meitner was a pioneering physicist who discovered nuclear fission. Her contributions have often been overlooked.
Listen: U.S. companies have outsized pull at the World Bank :: New research focuses on the influence multinational corporations have over the World Bank. The World Bank, established at the Bretton Woods Conference in 1944, was originally founded to rebuild Western Europe after the devastation of the Second World War. Later in the 1970s, it shifted its focus to alleviating poverty worldwide.. As he explains in a recent University of Rochester Quadcast, Randy
Listen: U.S. companies have outsized pull at the World Bank :: New research focuses on the influence multinational corporations have over the World Bank. The World Bank, established at the Bretton Woods Conference in 1944, was originally founded to rebuild Western Europe after the devastation of the Second World War. Later in the 1970s, it shifted its focus to alleviating poverty worldwide.. As he explains in a recent University of Rochester Quadcast, Randy
Live 3-D printing of osteogenic scaffolds into bone defects :: At the 47th Annual Meeting of the American Association for Dental Research (AADR), held in conjunction with the 42nd Annual Meeting of the Canadian Association for Dental Research (CADR), Venu G. Varanasi (University of Texas at Arlington College of Nursing and Health Innovation and Texas A&M University College of Dentistry, Dallas), presented an oral session titled 'Live 3-D Printing of Osteogeni
Live 3-D printing of osteogenic scaffolds into bone defects :: Severe traumatic injuries to the cranium have been challenging to heal due to the large missing bone volume. Typically, metal or plastic implants are used. But, these implants can take a long time to be customized for fit and often take a longer than desired time to support bone fixation. This can often lead to multiple revision surgeries if the defect is not properly healed. Moreover, the tissue
Live heart cells make this material shift color like a chameleon :: A new material made of heart cells from rats and hydrogel changes color as the living cells contract and relax.
Live heart cells make this material shift color like a chameleon :: A new material made of heart cells from rats and hydrogel changes color as the living cells contract and relax.
Liver cancer caused by alcohol consumption may have worse prognosis than other forms :: A new study indicates that patients with alcohol-related liver cancer often do not live as long as patients with liver cancer that is not associated with alcohol consumption, mainly due to diagnoses at later stages. Published early online in CANCER, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society, the findings indicate that efforts should be made to improve both screening for early signs of
Liver cancer caused by alcohol consumption may have worse prognosis than other forms :: A new study indicates that patients with alcohol-related liver cancer often do not live as long as patients with liver cancer that is not associated with alcohol consumption, mainly due to diagnoses at later stages. Published early online in CANCER, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society, the findings indicate that efforts should be made to improve both screening for early signs of
Liver X receptor {beta} regulates the development of the dentate gyrus and autistic-like behavior in the mouse [Biochemistry :: ]The dentate gyrus (DG) of the hippocampus is a laminated brain region in which neurogenesis begins during early embryonic development and continues until adulthood. Recent studies have implicated that defects in the neurogenesis of the DG seem to be involved in the genesis of autism spectrum disorders (ASD)-like behaviors. Liver…
Living abroad leads to a clearer sense of self :: Living abroad can clarify your sense of self, according to new research by a team of social scientists. They found living abroad increases 'self-concept clarity,' the extent to which individuals' beliefs about themselves are clearly and confidently defined and consistent and stable over time.
Living underwater comes with size limits :: While whales or large elephant seals might make you think animals that live in the ocean are unlimited in size, their growth is actually more constrained than those on land, research indicates. “It’s not that water allows you to be a big mammal, it’s that you have to be a big mammal in water—you don’t have any other options.” The finding is in contrast to previous theories suggesting that pressur
Living underwater comes with size limits :: While whales or large elephant seals might make you think animals that live in the ocean are unlimited in size, their growth is actually more constrained than those on land, research indicates. “It’s not that water allows you to be a big mammal, it’s that you have to be a big mammal in water—you don’t have any other options.” The finding is in contrast to previous theories suggesting that pressur
Local control of localized protein synthesis ::
Locally translated mTOR controls axonal local translation in nerve injury :: How is protein synthesis initiated locally in neurons? We found that mTOR (mechanistic target of rapamycin) was activated and then up-regulated in injured axons, owing to local translation of mTOR messenger RNA (mRNA). This mRNA was transported into axons by the cell size–regulating RNA-binding protein nucleolin. Furthermore, mTOR controlled local translation in injured axons. This included regul
Lockout kan skade dansk rumfart mange år frem :: Dele af DTU Space har bedt om at blive undtaget fra en konflikt i april, fordi det vil kunne ramme tre uhyre vigtige rumfartsmissioner og ødelægge instituttets gode kontakt med Nasa.
Logic arrives before words for human babies :: A new study reveals that babies as young as one year old can think logically. Read More
London’s air pollution is criminal. That’s why at 71 I’m risking prison |Genny Scherer :: I’m standing up with protesters to draw attention to this crisis – I can’t watch while fellow citizens die because of our filthy air For more than 50 years I have loved living in London: but I am now more and more worried about the pollution. I’m worried about the pollution in the water, the pollution in the ground, and the pollution in the air from the busy arterial roads and airports. It’s affec
Long thought to only cause a rare disease, this mutation may ward off malaria :: A genetic mutation that may protect people from malaria, but was thought to be rare, is surprisingly common, suggest the findings of a new study led by scientists at The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI). The discovery sheds light on how humans who live in close quarters with malaria-carrying mosquitos may evolve defenses against the disease.
Long thought to only cause a rare disease, this mutation may ward off malaria :: The discovery sheds light on how humans who live in close quarters with malaria-carrying mosquitos may evolve defenses against the disease.
Long-Lost Horse Toes Found :: A new study reveals modern horses retain vestiges of all five ancestral toes — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Long-term Gains: Pre-K Programs Lead to Furthered Education Later in Life :: Largest study to date of publicly funded early education program shows a major, sustained educational boost — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Long-term study reveals fluctuations in birds' nesting success :: Understanding the factors that affect a bird species' nesting success can be crucial for planning effective conservation efforts. However, many studies of nesting birds last only a few years—and that means they can miss the effects of long-term variation and rare events. A new study from The Auk: Ornithological Advances demonstrates this with nearly four decades of data from Song Sparrows in Briti
Long-term study reveals fluctuations in birds' nesting success :: Understanding the factors that affect a bird species' nesting success can be crucial for planning effective conservation efforts. However, many studies of nesting birds last only a few years — and that means they can miss the effects of long-term variation and rare events. A new study from The Auk: Ornithological Advances demonstrates this with nearly four decades of data from Song Sparrows in Br
Long-term study reveals fluctuations in birds' nesting success :: Understanding the factors that affect a bird species' nesting success can be crucial for planning effective conservation efforts. However, many studies of nesting birds last only a few years — and that means they can miss the effects of long-term variation and rare events. A new study demonstrates this with nearly four decades of data from Song Sparrows in British Columbia.
Long-term urban carbon dioxide observations reveal spatial and temporal dynamics related to urban characteristics and growth [Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences :: ]Cities are concentrated areas of CO2 emissions and have become the foci of policies for mitigation actions. However, atmospheric measurement networks suitable for evaluating urban emissions over time are scarce. Here we present a unique long-term (decadal) record of CO2 mole fractions from five sites across Utah’s metropolitan Salt Lake…
Looking for Planet Nine, Astronomers Gaze into the Abyss :: Two years on, the search for our solar system’s missing world is as frenzied as ever—and the putative planet is running out of places to hide — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Loss of function of a rice TPR-domain RNA-binding protein confers broad-spectrum disease resistance [Plant Biology :: ]Crops carrying broad-spectrum resistance loci provide an effective strategy for controlling infectious disease because these loci typically confer resistance to diverse races of a pathogen or even multiple species of pathogens. Despite their importance, only a few crop broad-spectrum resistance loci have been reported. Here, we report the identification and…
Louise Slaughter Was Congress's Food Safety Champion :: Upstate New York Congresswoman Louise Slaughter, who worked for decades on issues such as overuse of antibiotics in agriculture and food safety in general, died March 16 at the age of 88. — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Lov om passiv dødshjælp vedtaget :: Et enigt folketing har i dag vedtaget ny lov, der skal give syge patienter bedre muligheder for at vælge livet fra.
Low agreement among reviewers evaluating the same NIH grant applications [Social Sciences :: ]Obtaining grant funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) is increasingly competitive, as funding success rates have declined over the past decade. To allocate relatively scarce funds, scientific peer reviewers must differentiate the very best applications from comparatively weaker ones. Despite the importance of this determination, little research has…
Low birthweight in newborns linked to protein in placenta :: UCLA scientists have discovered higher levels of a protein called humanin in the placenta tissue of women who give birth to severely underweight infants. The researchers suspect that levels of humanin rise to protect the fetus during placenta failure.
Low birthweight in newborns linked to protein in placenta :: UCLA scientists have discovered higher levels of a protein called humanin in the placenta tissue of women who give birth to severely underweight infants. The researchers suspect that levels of humanin rise to protect the fetus during placenta failure.
Low pressure reduces bubble trouble :: Spray coating and inkjet-based electronics manufacture are among the industrial applications in which liquid droplets are applied to a surface. But minuscule air bubbles that get trapped beneath the droplet as it lands can affect the coating's quality and uniformity.
Low pressure reduces bubble trouble :: Spray coating and inkjet-based electronics manufacture are among the industrial applications in which liquid droplets are applied to a surface. But minuscule air bubbles that get trapped beneath the droplet as it lands can affect the coating's quality and uniformity.
Low risk of a local recurrence 5 years after surgery for early breast cancer patients :: Women with small, low grade, well-defined breast tumours and a genetic profile that shows they are at low risk of the cancer metastasising have only a 1.4% risk of the cancer returning to the site of the original tumour or the nearby lymph nodes within five years, according to new results from a large randomised trial of nearly 7000 patients presented at the European Breast Cancer Conference.
Lower back pain being treated badly on a global scale, study says :: Vast numbers of people receive high-tech interventions that actually worsen the condition Vast numbers of people with lower back pain across the world are being harmed, not helped, by the surgery, injections and dangerous opioid drugs they are given, according to a major new report. More than 540 million people suffer low back pain, the commonest cause of disability in the world. But their condit
Low-paid 'women's work'—why early childhood educators are walking out :: Australia's early childhood educators, including those working in community and private childcare centres, will walk off the job on March 27 to demand better pay. Some centres will be closed for the whole day and parents will be asked to keep their children at home.
Low-tech, affordable solutions to improve water quality :: Clever, fundamental engineering could go a long way toward preventing waterborne illness and exposure to carcinogenic substances in water.
Low-tech, affordable solutions to improve water quality :: Clever, fundamental engineering could go a long way toward preventing waterborne illness and exposure to carcinogenic substances in water.
Lumping and splitting ::
Luxembourg researchers refute 20-year-old assumptions in solar cell production :: Research led by the University of Luxembourg investigated the manufacturing process of solar cells. The researchers proved that assumptions on chemical processes that were commonplace among researchers and producers for the past 20 years are, in fact, inaccurate. The physicists published their findings in the renowned scientific journal Nature Communications.
Lymph node blood vessels provide exit routes for metastatic tumor cell dissemination in mice :: During metastasis, malignant cells escape the primary tumor, intravasate lymphatic vessels, and reach draining sentinel lymph nodes before they colonize distant organs via the blood circulation. Although lymph node metastasis in cancer patients correlates with poor prognosis, evidence is lacking as to whether and how tumor cells enter the bloodstream via lymph nodes. To investigate this question,
Lymph node metastases can invade local blood vessels, exit the node, and colonize distant organs in mice :: Lymph node metastases in cancer patients are associated with tumor aggressiveness, poorer prognoses, and the recommendation for systemic therapy. Whether cancer cells in lymph nodes can seed distant metastases has been a subject of considerable debate. We studied mice implanted with cancer cells (mammary carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, or melanoma) expressing the photoconvertible protein Dend
Lymph node surgery could be avoided for some women with aggressive types of breast cancer :: Sentinel lymph node biopsies, where lymph nodes are surgically removed to check for signs of breast cancer spread, could be safely avoided for some women, according to research presented at the 11th European Breast Cancer Conference.
Lyseslukker: Selv en smule lys i soveværelset kan føre til depression :: Der kan være en sammenhæng mellem natlys og depression, viser undersøgelse. Vi ved ikke helt hvorfor, siger dansk forsker.
'Lægen lo, da jeg sagde, at jeg ville have donorafføring' :: En afføringstransplantation i England kurerede Mette Thomsens irritable tyktarm, men der er lang vej igen, før vi indfører behandlingen i Danmark, siger overlæge.
Læger giver bud på økonomisk styring af det regionale sundhedsvæsen :: Faglig prioritering og kvalitet skal være styrende i det regionale sundhedsvæsen, lyder det fra Sygehussamarbejdet, som bl.a. består af Yngre Læger og Overlægeforeningen.
Machine learning predicts which patients benefit from prostate multiparametric MRI :: A newly developed machine learning model can accurately predict which patients are most likely to benefit from prostate multiparametric MRI (mpMRI), according to a study to be presented at the ARRS 2018 Annual Meeting, set for April 22-27 in Washington, DC.
Macular Degeneration, Genes, and Grandma’s Vitamins: To test or not to test? :: Is genetic testing necessary to optimize treatment for patients with a potentially blinding eye disease? The stakes are high and the answer depends on which of the two feuding, financially-conflicted groups you believe. In the end, the best evidence wins!
Magnetic field lets tiny ball robots swim ‘breaststroke’ :: Scientists have discovered what may be the simplest form of locomotion in the travels of micron-scale particles linked and driven by a magnetic field. Researchers placed magnetized spheres of different sizes into a solution. When subjected to an “eccentric magnetic field,” the spheres self-assembled and the smaller spheres, attached by virtual hinges, traced rough orbits to one side of their larg
Mahathir raises 'remote takeover' theory in MH370 mystery :: Malaysia's veteran ex-leader Mahathir Mohamad said Friday that missing flight MH370 might have been taken over remotely in a bid to foil a hijack, reviving one of the many conspiracy theories surrounding its disappearance.
Majorana trilogy completed :: Since the breakthrough discovery of the Majorana particle in 2012 in Delft, researchers faced great challenges. The group of professor Leo Kouwenhoven at QuTech and Microsoft collaborated with theorists and material scientists of various institutes to understand the next steps required to improve the experiments. Now, the scientists provide a definite proof for Majorana existence paving the way to
Majorana trilogy completed :: Since the breakthrough discovery of the Majorana particle in 2012 in Delft, researchers faced great challenges. The group of professor Leo Kouwenhoven at QuTech and Microsoft collaborated with theorists and material scientists of various institutes to understand the next steps required to improve the experiments. Now, the scientists provide a definite proof for Majorana existence paving the way to
Majorana trilogy completed :: Since the breakthrough discovery of the Majorana particle in 2012 in Delft, the group of professor Leo Kouwenhoven at QuTech and Microsoft have collaborated with theorists and material scientists of various institutes to understand the next steps required to improve the experiments. Now, the scientists have provided a definite proof for the existence of the Majorana, paving the way toward Majorana
Majorana trilogy completed :: Since the breakthrough discovery of the Majorana particle in 2012 in Delft, the group of professor Leo Kouwenhoven at QuTech and Microsoft have collaborated with theorists and material scientists of various institutes to understand the next steps required to improve the experiments. Now, the scientists have provided a definite proof for the existence of the Majorana, paving the way toward Majorana
Make way for the mini flying machines :: Tiny floating robots could be useful in all kinds of ways, for example, to probe the human gut for disease or to search the environment for pollutants. In a step toward such devices, researchers describe a new marriage of materials, combining ultrathin 2-D electronics with miniature particles to create microscopic machines. The researchers will present their results today at the 255th National Mee
Make way for the mini flying machines :: Tiny floating robots could be useful in all kinds of ways, for example, to probe the human gut for disease or to search the environment for pollutants. In a step toward such devices, researchers describe a new marriage of materials, combining ultrathin 2-D electronics with miniature particles to create microscopic machines.
Make your Android and iOS devices work together :: DIY Create harmony between your gadgets. Android and iOS don't always play nicely with each other. But you can still use both types of device. Here are some tips for making them work together smoothly.
Making a leap from high-ability high school to college of lesser academic status can be a real downer :: Making the transition from high school to college may be stressful — but it can be downright depressing for students who graduate from a school with peers of high academic ability and wind up at a college with students of lesser ability, according to a new study.
Making a leap from high-ability high school to college of lesser academic status can be a real downer :: Making the transition from high school to college may be stressful — but it can be downright depressing for students who graduate from a school with peers of high academic ability and wind up at a college with students of lesser ability, according to a new study.
Making a leap from high-ability high school to college of lesser academic status can be a real downer :: Making the transition from high school to college may be stressful—but it can be downright depressing for students who graduate from a school with peers of high academic ability and wind up at a college with students of lesser ability, according to a new study.
Making a leap from high-ability high school to college of lesser academic status can be a real downer :: Making the transition from high school to college may be stressful—but it can be downright depressing for students who graduate from a school with peers of high academic ability and wind up at a college with students of lesser ability, according to a new study.
Making fragrances last longer :: From floral perfume to fruity body wash and shampoos, scents heavily influence consumer purchases. But for most, the smell doesn't last long after showering before it fades away. Scientists have now developed a way to get those fragrances to stick to the skin longer instead of washing down the drain immediately after being applied.
Making fragrances last longer :: From floral perfume to fruity body wash and shampoos, scents heavily influence consumer purchases. But for most, the smell doesn't last long after showering. Scientists have now developed a way to get those fragrances to stick to the skin longer instead of washing down the drain immediately after being applied. The researchers are presenting their results today at the 255th National Meeting & Expo
Making fragrances last longer :: From floral perfume to fruity body wash and shampoos, scents heavily influence consumer purchases. But for most, the smell doesn't last long after showering. Scientists have now developed a way to get those fragrances to stick to the skin longer instead of washing down the drain immediately after being applied.
Making intricate images with bacterial communities :: A technique for growing sticky films of bacteria into elaborate microscopic images could reveal how potentially dangerous biofilms grow and transmit antibiotic resistance, and could lead to novel biomaterials or synthetic microbial communities.
Making Magic Out of Thin Air :: How do married clowns make wordless wizardry with balloons, umbrellas, packing peanuts and fabric? Turn on those electric fans.
Making monitors brighter: Controlling the color of OLEDs :: Organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) are used in smartphones and televisions to facilitate the high-contrast display of colors. Conjugated polymers are also often employed as organic semiconductors in such diodes. Researchers have found out how the spatial structure of these polymers can be used to control the colors of the OLEDs and help to increase the brightness of monitors.
Making room for new memories ::
Making room for new memories ::
Making rusty polymers for energy storage :: It's called a nanoflower, but if you could brush your cheek against its microscopic petals, you would find them cool, hard and … rusty.
Making rusty polymers for energy storage :: It's called a nanoflower, but if you could brush your cheek against its microscopic petals, you would find them cool, hard and … rusty.
Malaria's most wanted: Identifying the deadliest strains to design a childhood vaccine :: Researchers have identified a 'genetic fingerprint' associated with the most deadly strains of malaria parasites, making these unique DNA regions potential targets for vaccine development.
Malaria's most wanted: Identifying the deadliest strains to design a childhood vaccine :: Researchers have identified a 'genetic fingerprint' associated with the most deadly strains of malaria parasites, making these unique DNA regions potential targets for vaccine development.
Male balding may be cured by injecting epilepsy drug into scalp :: Thinning on top? An epilepsy drug that might be painlessly injected into the scalp could treat premature hair loss in men.
Male birth control pill passes a safety test :: A prototype contraceptive for men safely reduced testosterone and other reproductive hormones during a month-long treatment.
Mandatory nutrition policies may impact sugar consumption :: Mandatory nutrition policies could be a valuable tool in helping high school students to lower their sugar intake, a new study has found.
Mandatory nutrition policies may impact sugar consumption :: Mandatory nutrition policies could be a valuable tool in helping high school students to lower their sugar intake, a new study has found.
Mandatory nutrition policies may impact sugar consumption :: Mandatory nutrition policies could be a valuable tool in helping high school students to lower their sugar intake, a University of Waterloo study has found.
Mandatory nutrition policies may impact sugar consumption :: Mandatory nutrition policies could be a valuable tool in helping high school students to lower their sugar intake, a University of Waterloo study has found.
Manipulating thermal emission with spatially static fluctuating fields in arbitrarily shaped epsilon-near-zero bodies [Applied Physical Sciences :: ]The control and manipulation of thermal fields is a key scientific and technological challenge, usually addressed with nanophotonic structures with a carefully designed geometry. Here, we theoretically investigate a different strategy based on epsilon-near-zero (ENZ) media. We demonstrate that thermal emission from ENZ bodies is characterized by the excitation of…
Many Non-Antibiotic Drugs Affect Gut Bacteria :: A new study finds that more than 200 human-targeted, non-antibiotic drugs inhibit the growth of bacterial species that make up part of the human microbiome.
Many people feel lonely in the city, but perhaps 'third places' can help with that :: Loneliness is a hidden but serious problem in cities worldwide. Urban loneliness is connected to population mobility, declining community participation and a growth in single-occupant households. This threatens the viability of our cities because it damages the social networks they rely on.
MAPK signaling couples SCF-mediated degradation of translational regulators to oocyte meiotic progression [Developmental Biology :: ]RNA-binding proteins (RBPs) are important regulators of gene expression programs, especially during gametogenesis. How the abundance of particular RBPs is restricted to defined stages of meiosis remains largely elusive. Here, we report a molecular pathway that subjects two nonrelated but broadly evolutionarily conserved translational regulators (CPB-3/CPEB and GLD-1/STAR) to proteosomal…
March For Our Lives: One High School Student's Experience :: A look through the lens of a young Atlanta-area photographer who took part in yesterday's demonstration.
March Marathon: Results! :: Awesome sauce!!! You folks finished this first 432-cube cell in 4 hours 38 minutes, which is a brand new amazing record, and you finished the second 1086-cube cell in 15 hours 30 minutes. Nicely done, everybody! Your bonuses will be calculated after 8 PM EDT tonight. Tune in next week after Happy Hour, too, when we’ll rename according to player votes. Players qualified to nominate a name or vote
March Marathon: Results! :: Awesome sauce!!! You folks finished this first 432-cube cell in 4 hours 38 minutes, which is a brand new amazing record, and you finished the second 1086-cube cell in 15 hours 30 minutes. Nicely done, everybody! Your bonuses will be calculated after 8 PM EDT tonight. Tune in next week after Happy Hour, too, when we’ll rename according to player votes. Players qualified to nominate a name or vote
Marine researchers say recent sea star wasting disease epidemic defies prediction :: Beginning in 2013, a mysterious disease crippled sea star populations up and down the U.S. west coast. Over a matter of months, many sea star species died in record-breaking numbers, though Pisaster ochraceus—a keystone species known as the ochre sea star—was among the hardest hit. Now, researchers at UC Santa Cruz have analyzed just how much the populations of this species have declined, but they
Marine researchers say recent sea star wasting disease epidemic defies prediction :: Beginning in 2013, a mysterious disease crippled sea star populations up and down the U.S. west coast. Over a matter of months, many sea star species died in record-breaking numbers, though the ochre sea star was among the hardest hit. Now, researchers at UC Santa Cruz have analyzed just how much the populations of this species have declined, but they have not yet determined what factors might be
Marine researchers say recent sea star wasting disease epidemic defies prediction :: Beginning in 2013, a mysterious disease crippled sea star populations up and down the U.S. west coast. Over a matter of months, many sea star species died in record-breaking numbers, though the ochre sea star was among the hardest hit. Now, researchers have analyzed just how much the populations of this species have declined, but they have not yet determined what factors might be contributing to t
Mark Zuckerberg (finally) admits huge data scandal is “a breach of trust” between Facebook and its users :: Facebook Mark Zuckerberg
Mark Zuckerberg Q&A: The Facebook CEO Talks Cambridge Analytica, the Company’s Problems, and Big Data :: Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg talks with WIRED Editor-in-Chief Nicholas Thompson about Cambridge Analytica's use of Facebook data and the company's response.
Mark Zuckerberg Speaks Out on Cambridge Analytica Scandal :: Facebook Mark ZuckerbergAfter a series of revelations of data misuse ballooned into a company crisis, Facebook's founder finally broke his silence.
Mark Zuckerberg's Cambridge Analytica Interviews Ignore the Big Questions :: Facebook's CEO addresses the Cambridge Analytica mess, but avoids the bigger questions.
Mark Zuckerberg's Silence on Cambridge Analytica Has Done Irreversible Damage :: Facebook Mark ZuckerbergFacebook was forged in its founders image. So unlike traditional companies—say Google or Microsoft—Zuckerberg’s silence has already harmed his bottom line.
Marriage Has Become a Trophy :: The decline of marriage is upon us. Or, at least, that’s what the zeitgeist would have us believe. In 2010, when Time magazine and the Pew Research Center famously asked Americans whether they thought marriage was becoming obsolete, 39 percent said yes. That was up from 28 percent when Time asked the question in 1978. Also, since 2010, the Census Bureau has reported that married couples have made
Marriage Proposals Are Stupid :: The marriage proposal is one of the most ritualized moments in modern American life. Growing up, many girls are instilled with a specific idea of how it should go: He’ll take us somewhere romantic—we’ll have no idea what’s happening—he’ll get down on one knee—we’ll start crying—he’ll pop the question—we’ll immediately say yes. It should be magical. But for a lot of heterosexual couples, the propo
Mars Curiosity celebrates sol 2,000 :: NASA's Mars Curiosity rover just hit a new milestone: its two-thousandth Martian day, or sol, on the Red Planet. An image mosaic taken by the rover in January offers a preview of what comes next.
Mars mission—Testing instruments in the Black Forest :: Meteorite impacts and geological formations: So far, exploration of Mars has focused on its surface. The "InSight" mission of NASA and European partners starting on May 5, 2018 will now concentrate on the "inner values" of the red planet: How big is its core? Is it liquid like the Earth's outer core or solid like the Earth's inner core? How thick is the crust? To study the structure of Mars, NASA,
'Marsquakes' could shake up planetary science :: Starting next year, scientists will get their first look deep below the surface of Mars.
'Marsquakes' could shake up planetary science :: Starting next year, scientists will get their first look deep below the surface of Mars.
Martin Amis – The Spooky Art – Think Again – a Big Think Podcast #140 :: We are all of us held together by words. Read More
Martin Luther King Jr. Was Bailed Out by a Millionaire :: Editor’s Note: Read The Atlantic ’s special coverage of Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy. Image above: Ralph Abernathy ( left ) and King pass through a corridor at the Birmingham, Alabama, city jail just after their release in 1963. I n the course of his life, Martin Luther King Jr. was arrested 30 times. Most famously, in April 1963, Eugene “Bull” Connor, the police commissioner of Birmingham, Al
Mashing up metals with carbothermal shock ::
Mashing up metals with carbothermal shock ::
Maslow's other mistake, why self-acutalization is harder than it sounds :: Self-actualization is a great goal, but how easy is it to actually reach? Read More
Mass extinction with prior warning :: Mass extinctions throughout the history of the Earth have been well documented. Scientists believe that they occurred during a short period of time in geological terms. In a new study, paleobiologists have now shown that signs that the largest mass extinction event in the Earth's history was approaching became apparent much earlier than previously believed, and point out that the same indicators c
Mass extinction with prior warning :: Mass extinctions throughout the history of the Earth have been well documented. Scientists believe that they occurred during a short period of time in geological terms. In a new study, paleobiologists have now shown that signs that the largest mass extinction event in the Earth's history was approaching became apparent much earlier than previously believed, and point out that the same indicators c
Mass treatment with azithromycin may decrease yaws cases in Ghana :: A single round of total-community treatment (TCT) with the antibiotic azithromycin applied to affected rural communities could significantly decrease yaws among the population one year later, according to a new study.
Mass. Eye and Ear performs first FDA-approved gene therapy procedure for inherited disease :: Massachusetts Eye and Ear made medical history on Tuesday by performing the first post-FDA approval gene therapy for patients with a form of inherited blindness. The occasion marks the beginning of a new era in medicine, as it is the first time any FDA-approved gene therapy has been given to a patient for any inherited disease.
Massey scientists identify genes that could inform novel therapies for EBV-related cancers :: VCU Massey Cancer Center researchers have identified two genes that are responsible for governing the replication of the Epstein-Barr virus, an infection that drives the growth of several types of cancer. The discovery could lead to the development of novel therapies for virus-associated diseases including stomach cancer and lymphomas.
Massive search for this woman in photograph from 1971 turns up fascinating details :: The Internet solves another mystery. Read More
Mat ‘baits, hooks, and destroys’ pollution in water :: Researchers have created a polymer mat has the ability to fish biologically harmful contaminants from water through a strategy known as “bait, hook, and destroy.” Tests with wastewater showed the mat can efficiently remove targeted pollutants, in this case a pair of biologically harmful endocrine disruptors, using a fraction of the energy required by other technology. The technique can also treat
Mat baits, hooks and destroys pollutants in water :: A polymer mat developed at Rice University has the ability to fish biologically harmful contaminants from water through a strategy known as "bait, hook and destroy."
Mat baits, hooks and destroys pollutants in water :: A polymer mat developed at Rice University has the ability to fish biologically harmful contaminants from water through a strategy known as 'bait, hook and destroy.'
Mat baits, hooks and destroys pollutants in water :: A polymer mat has the ability to fish biologically harmful contaminants from water through a strategy known as 'bait, hook and destroy.'
Matching material and cellular timescales maximizes cell spreading on viscoelastic substrates [Biophysics and Computational Biology :: ]Recent evidence has shown that, in addition to rigidity, the viscous response of the extracellular matrix (ECM) significantly affects the behavior and function of cells. However, the mechanism behind such mechanosensitivity toward viscoelasticity remains unclear. In this study, we systematically examined the dynamics of motor clutches (i.e., focal adhesions) formed…
Math Cracks a Knuckle-Cracking Mystery :: The source of knuckle cracking sounds is much debated—but new mathematical models may reconcile two opposing views. Christopher Intagliata reports. — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Math Cracks a Knuckle-Cracking Mystery :: The source of knuckle cracking sounds is much debated—but new mathematical models may reconcile two opposing views. Christopher Intagliata reports. — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Mathematicians invent tool to judge when voting maps have been unfairly drawn :: In 1812, the governor of Massachusetts, Elbridge Gerry, approved a narrow and winding voting district for the state senate that curved from Marblehead around to Salisbury. It looked like a long-necked salamander, Federalist newspaper editors declared. They labeled the district "The Gerry-Mander," and the Salem-Gazette warned that it was a "monster brought forth to swallow and devour your Liberties
Matter: A Few Species of Frogs That Vanished May Be on the Rebound :: A new study in Panama finds some types of frogs are returning, after being decimated by a deadly fungus that has vanquished amphibians around the world.
Matter: A Few Species of Frogs That Vanished May Be on the Rebound :: A new study in Panama finds some types of frogs are returning, after being decimated by a deadly fungus that has vanquished amphibians around the world.
Matter: Was a Tiny Mummy in the Atacama an Alien? No, but the Real Story Is Almost as Strange :: Known as “Ata,” the six-inch-long skeleton was discovered in Chile and may have had genetic mutations causing a bone disorder never before documented.
Mayors' political leanings strongly influence thoughts on city health policy effectiveness :: A new Drexel University study found that cities' lead decision-makers view how effective municipal policies are at reducing health disparities differently based on their social ideologies.
McMaster Is Out, an Even Bigger North Korea Hawk Is In :: On Thursday, Donald Trump replaced a man who built the case for war with North Korea as a last resort with a man who just made the case for war with North Korea as more of a first resort. Trump announced that National-Security Adviser H.R. McMaster will be succeeded by John Bolton, the George W. Bush-era United Nations ambassador who has advocated for U.S. military action to prevent Saddam Hussei
McMaster's Choice :: “They have their exits and their entrances,” wrote Shakespeare, and so it is, as we see some actors deliver frantic speeches while others leap, slide, or crawl on and off the foreign-policy stage. Rex Tillerson said farewell to the Department of State much as he entered it: clueless about government service, clueless about his department, and clueless about his boss. He invoked the cliché of Wash
Measurement chip detects Legionella :: In an outbreak of Legionnaires' disease, finding the exact source as quickly as possible is essential to preventing further infections. To date, a standard analysis takes days. Researchers at the Technical University of Munich have now developed a rapid test that achieves the same result in about 35 minutes.
Measurement chip detects Legionella :: In an outbreak of Legionnaires' disease, finding the exact source as quickly as possible is essential to preventing further infections. To date, a standard analysis takes days. Researchers have now developed a rapid test that achieves the same result in about 35 minutes.
Measuring the economy with location data :: Carrying your smartphone around everywhere has become a way of life. In doing so, you produce a surprising amount of data about your role in the economy—where you shop, work, travel, and generally hang out.
Measuring the economy with location data :: Carrying your smartphone around everywhere has become a way of life. In doing so, you produce a surprising amount of data about your role in the economy—where you shop, work, travel, and generally hang out.
Measuring the potential for sustainable intensification of aquaculture in Bangladesh using life cycle assessment [Sustainability Science :: ]Food production is a major driver of global environmental change and the overshoot of planetary sustainability boundaries. Greater affluence in developing nations and human population growth are also increasing demand for all foods, and for animal proteins in particular. Consequently, a growing body of literature calls for the sustainable intensification…
Mechanism of the G-protein mimetic nanobody binding to a muscarinic G-protein-coupled receptor [Chemistry :: ]Protein–protein binding is key in cellular signaling processes. Molecular dynamics (MD) simulations of protein–protein binding, however, are challenging due to limited timescales. In particular, binding of the medically important G-protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) with intracellular signaling proteins has not been simulated with MD to date. Here, we report a successful simulation…
Medical expansion has improved health — with one exception :: While Americans debate the rising cost of health care, a new study of 30 countries over 27 years found that medical expansion has improved overall health — with one major exception. Researchers found that increased spending on health care and increases in specialized care were both associated with longer life expectancy and less mortality in the countries studied. But pharmaceutical industry expa
Medical expansion has improved health — with one exception :: While Americans debate the rising cost of health care, a new study of 30 countries over 27 years found that medical expansion has improved overall health — with one major exception. Researchers found that increased spending on health care and increases in specialized care were both associated with longer life expectancy and less mortality in the countries studied. But pharmaceutical industry expa
Medical group offers steps to address physician burnout :: Framework and Principles on Well-Being Aim to Benefit Patients and Strengthen Health Care Systems
Medical group offers steps to address physician burnout :: Framework and Principles on Well-Being Aim to Benefit Patients and Strengthen Health Care Systems
Medical tests with less fear :: It is a principle of modern architecture that less may be more. This principle does not apply to information as a basis of far-reaching decisions, it seems. But: Many people shy away from going to the doctor's, because they are afraid of unpleasant truths, such as the diagnosis of a disease. Researchers of Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and Tilburg University, Netherlands, have developed
Medical tests with less fear :: It is a principle of modern architecture that less may be more. This principle does not apply to information as a basis of far-reaching decisions, it seems. But: Many people shy away from going to the doctor’s, because they are afraid of unpleasant truths, such as the diagnosis of a disease. Researchers have developed a method to overcome this fear.
Medicare claims show long-term prostate cancer prevention benefits of finasteride :: Men who take the medication finasteride get a prostate cancer prevention benefit that can last 16 years — twice as long as previously recorded, according to SWOG clinical trial analysis that made innovative use of Medicare data.
Medicare Now Covers Genetic Cancer Testing :: Precision medicine has finally broken into the mainstream.
Medicating for mental health :: University of Guelph researchers found evidence that a single bout of exhaustive exercise protects against acute olanzapine-induced hyperglycemia.
Medicine for sick koalas turns out to actually kill them :: Koalas are often given antibiotics to treat a lethal strain of chlamydia, but the medicines often kill the koalas by wiping out friendly bacteria in their guts
Medicine that slows balding may turn stiff vessels supple, helping vital organs :: A medicine that slows balding and stimulates hair growth also may make stiff vessels more stretchy and improve blood flow to vital organs like the brain, according to an experimental model study.
Medicine that slows balding may turn stiff vessels supple, helping vital organs :: A medicine that slows balding and stimulates hair growth also may make stiff vessels more stretchy and improve blood flow to vital organs like the brain, according to an experimental model study.
Medie: Tysk godkendelse af Femern-forbindelsen udskudt endnu en gang :: De danske myndigheder har længe forventet, at myndighederne i Slesvig-Holsten ville godkende Femern-forbindelsen til sommer. Men ifølge mediet Finans, har bygherreorganisationen Femern A/S afleveret de nødvendige dokumenter så sent, at godkendelsen nu først forventes i slutningen af året. Femern …
Meditate regularly for an improved attention span in old age :: Regular and intensive meditation sessions over the course of a lifetime could help a person remain attentive and focused well into old age. This is according to the most extensive longitudinal study to date examining a group of meditation practitioners. Published in Springer's Journal of Cognitive Enhancement, the research evaluates the benefits that people gained after three months of full-time m
Meditate regularly for an improved attention span in old age :: Regular and intensive meditation sessions over the course of a lifetime could help a person remain attentive and focused well into old age. This is according to the most extensive longitudinal study to date examining a group of meditation practitioners. Published in Springer's Journal of Cognitive Enhancement, the research evaluates the benefits that people gained after three months of full-time m
Meditate regularly for an improved attention span in old age :: Regular and intensive meditation sessions over the course of a lifetime could help a person remain attentive and focused well into old age. This is according to the most extensive longitudinal study to date examining a group of meditation practitioners.The research evaluates the benefits that people gained after three months of full-time meditation training and whether these benefits are maintaine
Meditate regularly for an improved attention span in old age :: Regular and intensive meditation sessions over the course of a lifetime could help a person remain attentive and focused well into old age. This is according to the most extensive longitudinal study to date examining a group of meditation practitioners.The research evaluates the benefits that people gained after three months of full-time meditation training and whether these benefits are maintaine
Meet the dogs being trained to sniff out looted ancient treasures :: Dogs are being trained to detect ancient treasures in an attempt to tackle cultural heritage trafficking.
Meet the giants among viruses :: For decades, all viruses were thought to be small and simple. But the discovery of more and more giant viruses shows that’s not the case.
Meltdown: Why our systems fail and what we can do about it :: Today, we are in the golden age of meltdowns. More and more of our systems are in the danger zone, but our ability to manage them hasn’t quite caught up. Read More
Men more likely to be readmitted to hospital after sustaining a firearm injury, study finds :: Men have a substantially greater hospital readmission risk during the first three months following a firearm injury hospitalization compared to women. While this overall risk was no longer observed at six months after the initial hospitalization, the risk of renal failure and cardiovascular readmissions among males was more than three times greater than females at six months.
Men should be included in trials to find better treatments for breast cancer :: Professor Robert Mansel, Chair of the 11th European Breast Cancer Conference (EBCC-11) and Emeritus Professor of Surgery at Cardiff University School of Medicine, UK, has called for men to be included in trials to improve treatments for breast cancer. This follows new research presented at EBCC-11 on Friday that show that if women are pre-treated with targeted drugs to shrink tumours before surger
Merino Sheep Provide Clue to Curly Hair :: The cells on one side of each wool fiber are longer than the cells on the other, researchers find.
MERS coronaviruses from camels in Africa exhibit region-dependent genetic diversity [Microbiology :: ]Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) causes a zoonotic respiratory disease of global public health concern, and dromedary camels are the only proven source of zoonotic infection. Although MERS-CoV infection is ubiquitous in dromedaries across Africa as well as in the Arabian Peninsula, zoonotic disease appears confined to the Arabian…
Mesmerizing 'Self-Healing' Liquid Sculptures Hold Their Shape: How It Works :: Scientists have devised a fascinating and beautiful way to create watery sculptures within other liquids.
Mesmerizing 'Self-Healing' Liquid Sculptures Hold Their Shape: How It Works :: Scientists have devised a fascinating and beautiful way to create watery sculptures within other liquids.
Messaging by oncogenic kinase ::
Messaging by oncogenic kinase ::
Metabolic shift from glycogen to trehalose promotes lifespan and healthspan in Caenorhabditis elegans [Genetics :: ]As Western diets continue to include an ever-increasing amount of sugar, there has been a rise in obesity and type 2 diabetes. To avoid metabolic diseases, the body must maintain proper metabolism, even on a high-sugar diet. In both humans and Caenorhabditis elegans, excess sugar (glucose) is stored as glycogen….
Metabolic syndrome, leaky guts, and infection ::
Metagenomics of early childhood oral health and early childhood caries :: At the 47th Annual Meeting of the American Association for Dental Research (AADR), held in conjunction with the 42nd Annual Meeting of the Canadian Association for Dental Research (CADR), Kimon Divaris, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, the AADR representative to the IADR/AADR Publications Committee, presented a poster titled 'Metagenomics of Early Childhood Oral Health and Early Childhood
Metastatic cancer cells modify bone remodeling with small RNA secretion in bone metastasis :: Prostate cancer frequently metastasizes and spreads to bone, causing severe pain, fractures, and other complications. The mechanisms that allow cancer cells to modify bone remodeling are incompletely understood. Researchers at Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU) identified a microRNA, miR-940, that is abundant in exosomes secreted by prostate cancer cells and can trigger bone-forming lesion
Metastatic cancer cells modify bone remodeling with small RNA secretion in bone metastasis :: Prostate cancer frequently metastasizes and spreads to bone, causing severe pain, fractures, and other complications. The mechanisms that allow cancer cells to modify bone remodeling are incompletely understood. Researchers have now identified a microRNA, miR-940, that is abundant in exosomes secreted by prostate cancer cells and can trigger bone-forming lesions in mice. The findings indicate that
Metastatic lymph nodes can be the source of distant metastases in mouse models of cancer :: A study by Massachusetts General Hospital investigators finds that, in mouse models, cancer cells from metastatic lymph nodes can escape into the circulation by invading nodal blood vessels, leading to the development of metastases in other parts of the body.
Meteorite divide points to solar system chaos ::
Meteorite divide points to solar system chaos ::
Metformin lowers risk of late miscarriage, preterm birth in pregnant women with PCOS :: The oral diabetes medication metformin seems to reduce the chance of a late miscarriage and premature birth among women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) but does not affect their rate of developing gestational diabetes, a multicenter study finds. The results were presented Tuesday at ENDO 2018, the Endocrine Society's 100th annual meeting in Chicago, Ill.
Mice 'eavesdrop' on rats' tear signal :: Tears might not seem to have an odor. But studies have shown that proteins in tears act as pheromonal cues. For example, the tear glands of male mice produce a protein that makes females more receptive to sex. Research published in Current Biology on March 29 finds that rat tears contain proteins with similar functions. Mice can pick up on the rats' tear proteins, too, apparently tipping them off
Mice 'eavesdrop' on rats' tear signal :: Tears might not seem to have an odor. But studies have shown that proteins in tears act as pheromonal cues. For example, the tear glands of male mice produce a protein that makes females more receptive to sex. Research published in Current Biology on March 29 finds that rat tears contain proteins with similar functions. Mice can pick up on the rats' tear proteins, too, apparently tipping them off
Mice 'eavesdrop' on rats' tear signal :: Tears might not seem to have an odor. But studies have shown that proteins in tears act as pheromonal cues. For example, the tear glands of male mice produce a protein that makes females more receptive to sex. New research finds that rat tears contain proteins with similar functions. Mice can pick up on the rats' tear proteins, too, apparently tipping them off that predators are around.
Mice 'eavesdrop' on rats' tear signal :: Tears might not seem to have an odor. But studies have shown that proteins in tears act as pheromonal cues. For example, the tear glands of male mice produce a protein that makes females more receptive to sex. New research finds that rat tears contain proteins with similar functions. Mice can pick up on the rats' tear proteins, too, apparently tipping them off that predators are around.
Mice 'eavesdrop' on rats' tear signal :: Tears might not seem to have an odor. But studies have shown that proteins in tears do act as pheromonal cues. For example, the tear glands of male mice produce a protein that makes females more receptive to sex. Now researchers reporting in Current Biology on March 29 have found that rat tears contain proteins with similar functions. The new study also shows that mice pick up on the rats' tear pr
Mice 'eavesdrop' on rats' tear signal :: Tears might not seem to have an odor. But studies have shown that proteins in tears do act as pheromonal cues. For example, the tear glands of male mice produce a protein that makes females more receptive to sex. Now researchers reporting in Current Biology on March 29 have found that rat tears contain proteins with similar functions. The new study also shows that mice pick up on the rats' tear pr
Micro magnets method detects pesticides in veggies :: Food scientists have created a quick and highly sensitive screening technique that can detect tiny amounts of a common type of synthetic pesticide in vegetables. The strategy uses magnetic nanoparticles to simplify extraction of the pesticide, pyrethorid, reducing the screening process to under two hours. These kinds of pesticides are widely used in vegetable farming and while they improve crop y
Micro magnets method detects pesticides in veggies :: Food scientists have created a quick and highly sensitive screening technique that can detect tiny amounts of a common type of synthetic pesticide in vegetables. The strategy uses magnetic nanoparticles to simplify extraction of the pesticide, pyrethorid, reducing the screening process to under two hours. These kinds of pesticides are widely used in vegetable farming and while they improve crop y
Microarray rapid test speeds up detection during a Legionella pneumophila outbreak :: In an outbreak of Legionnaires' disease, finding the exact source as quickly as possible is essential to preventing further infections. To date, a standard analysis takes days. Researchers at the Technical University of Munich have now developed a rapid test that achieves the same result in about 35 minutes.
Microorganisms can escape from a dead end by swimming :: Researchers have shown that microorganisms can ingeniously escape from a dead end by swimming. The results pave the way to understanding the spread of infectious diseases.
Microorganisms can escape from a dead end by swimming :: Researchers have shown that microorganisms can ingeniously escape from a dead end by swimming.The results pave the way to understanding the spread of infectious diseases.
Microscopy trifecta examines how cells engulf nutrients, viruses :: Scientists have a better understanding of a mechanism that allows cells to internalize beneficial nutrients and not-so-beneficial viruses, thanks to collaboration among researchers from two South Dakota universities and the National Institutes of Health.
Microsoft is launching a huge reorganization to focus on AI and the cloud ::
Microsoft is launching a huge reorganization to focus on AI and the cloud ::
Microsoft shakes up ranks to shoot for the cloud :: Windows Microsoft AIMicrosoft on Thursday announced a big managerial shakeup including the departure of the head of its Windows group as the technology pushes deeper into a future in the cloud.
Microsoft shakes up ranks to shoot for the cloud :: Windows Microsoft AIMicrosoft on Thursday announced a big managerial shakeup including the departure of the head of its Windows group as the technology pushes deeper into a future in the cloud.
Middle-aged tooth loss linked to increased coronary heart disease risk :: Losing two or more teeth during middle age is associated with increased cardiovascular disease risk. Having fewer natural teeth by middle age is linked to higher cardiovascular disease risk.
Military surgeons report 'alarming frequency' of bench press injuries :: A new study has found that serious chest muscle injuries are occurring with 'alarming frequency' among deployed service members who lift weights. The injuries — tears of the pectoralis major tendon — occurred while doing bench press weight training. The injuries then required surgical repair and six months recovery.
Millionpulje til nye lægehuse bliver overrendt :: Kommuner og regioner ansøgt om knap 800 mio. kr. til nye lægehuse. Eksperter advarer mod at tro, at nye bygninger løser problemerne i det nære sundhedsvæsen.
Millions of Americans seek and find illicit marijuana online :: Researchers found marijuana shopping searches nearly tripled in the United States from 2005 to 2017, peaking between 1.4 and 2.4 million searches each month. Mail-order marijuana retailers occupied half of the first-page results, and three out of every four searches resulted in a mail-order marijuana retailer as the very first suggested link.
Millions of Americans seek and find illicit marijuana online :: Researchers found marijuana shopping searches nearly tripled in the United States from 2005 to 2017, peaking between 1.4 and 2.4 million searches each month. Mail-order marijuana retailers occupied half of the first-page results, and three out of every four searches resulted in a mail-order marijuana retailer as the very first suggested link.
Mining threatens Colombian ecosystems ::
Mining threatens Colombian ecosystems ::
Minister bekræfter: Femerns miljøgodkendelse forsinkes :: Femernforbindelsen bliver ikke miljøgodkendt af de tyske myndigheder i årets første halvdel, som man på dansk side ellers havde troet og håbet på. Godkendelsen vil senest komme ved årets udgang, fortæller den slesvig-holstenske transportminister til delstatsparlamentet
Misestimating travel times may stop people from walking or biking to work :: The extra amount of time needed to walk or bike to work is often cited as a reason most people drive instead. But people are often bad at guessing how it takes to get somewhere, and researchers say most people think it will take longer to walk or bike somewhere than it actually does.
Misestimating travel times may stop people from walking or biking to work :: The extra amount of time needed to walk or bike to work is often cited as a reason most people drive instead. But people are often bad at guessing how it takes to get somewhere, and researchers say most people think it will take longer to walk or bike somewhere than it actually does.
Misestimating travel times may stop people from walking or biking to work :: The extra amount of time needed to walk or bike to work is often cited as a reason most people drive instead. But people are often bad at guessing how it takes to get somewhere, and researchers say most people think it will take longer to walk or bike somewhere than it actually does.
Misestimating travel times may stop people from walking or biking to work :: The extra amount of time needed to walk or bike to work is often cited as a reason most people drive instead. But people are often bad at guessing how it takes to get somewhere, and researchers say most people think it will take longer to walk or bike somewhere than it actually does.
Misestimating travel times may stop people from walking or biking to work :: Worries about the extra time needed to walk or bike to work is a big reason people hop into their cars for their daily commute, but walking or biking probably wouldn't take as long as they think, according to researchers.
Misestimating travel times may stop people from walking or biking to work :: Worries about the extra time needed to walk or bike to work is a big reason people hop into their cars for their daily commute, but walking or biking probably wouldn't take as long as they think, according to researchers.
'Missing mutation' found in severe infant epilepsy :: Researchers have discovered a 'missing mutation' in severe infant epilepsy — long-suspected genetic changes that might trigger overactive, brain-damaging electrical signaling leading to seizures. They also found early indications that specific anti-seizure medications might prevent disabling brain injury by controlling epilepsy during a crucial period shortly after birth.
'Missing mutation' found in severe infant epilepsy :: Researchers have discovered a 'missing mutation' in severe infant epilepsy — long-suspected genetic changes that might trigger overactive, brain-damaging electrical signaling leading to seizures. They also found early indications that specific anti-seizure medications might prevent disabling brain injury by controlling epilepsy during a crucial period shortly after birth.
Missouri Student Takes Top Prize at USA Brain Bee :: The winners of the USA National Brain Bee Championship were announced after taking place in Baltimore, Maryland, during last week’s Brain Awareness Week . Akhil Kondepudi from St. Louis, Missouri, took home the first-place prize at the annual, three-day competition, held this year from March 16 to 18. Competition was fierce as the 54 participants each placed first in their respective regional Bra
MIT Unleashes a Hypnotic Robot Fish to Help Save the Oceans :: SoFi Fish RobotResearchers detail the evolution of the world’s strangest fish, and describe how it could be a potentially powerful tool for scientists to study ocean life.
Mitigate risk for Malaysia's mangroves ::
Mitochondria mutation mystery solved: Random sorting helps get rid of duds :: You probably know about the 23 pairs of chromosomes safely stowed in your cells' nuclei. That's where the vast majority of your genes can be found. But there are 37 special genes—a very tiny fraction of the human genome—located in mitochondria, the structures inside your cells that breathe and produce energy.
Mitochondrial replacement moratorium should be reconsidered, researchers say :: Mothers with mitochondrial DNA mutations often give birth to children who face incurable and fatal illnesses. But a much-studied form of mitochondrial replacement (MR) could prevent the transmission of such diseases from mothers to children, researchers say. Law schools therefore urge the US to allow for the replacement of mutation-bearing mitochondria to prevent fatal illnesses in children.
Mitochondrial replacement moratorium should be reconsidered, researchers say :: Mothers with mitochondrial DNA mutations often give birth to children who face incurable and fatal illnesses. But a much-studied form of mitochondrial replacement (MR) could prevent the transmission of such diseases from mothers to children, researchers say. Law schools therefore urge the US to allow for the replacement of mutation-bearing mitochondria to prevent fatal illnesses in children.
Mitochondrial replacement moratorium should be reconsidered, researchers say :: Professors from Brown's medical school and Harvard's law school urge the US to allow for the replacement of mutation-bearing mitochondria to prevent fatal illnesses in children.
Mitochondrial replacement moratorium should be reconsidered, researchers say :: Professors from Brown's medical school and Harvard's law school urge the US to allow for the replacement of mutation-bearing mitochondria to prevent fatal illnesses in children.
Mitt Romney Is Not Joining the Resistance :: At first, it looked like little more than a classic Mitt Romney flip-flop. It began Monday in Provo, Utah, where Romney—the former Republican presidential nominee, current Senate candidate, and noted Donald Trump antagonist—sought to make the case in a Q&A with voters that he was more conservative than the president on a range of issues. Utah’s Daily Herald reported: Romney went so far as to say
Mitt Romney Is Not Joining the Resistance :: At first, it looked like little more than a classic Mitt Romney flip-flop. It began Monday in Provo, Utah, where Romney—the former Republican presidential nominee, current Senate candidate, and noted Donald Trump antagonist—sought to make the case in a Q&A with voters that he was more conservative than the president on a range of issues. Utah’s Daily Herald reported: Romney went so far as to say
Mobile 'dual-comb' device significantly improves methane leak detection :: Accurately detecting, locating and quantifying leaks of methane is critically important for both environmental and economic reasons. Unfortunately, traditional methods are slow, labor-intensive, limited to small coverage areas and expensive to operate over time. Now, researchers at NIST and partners have demonstrated a novel solution that features an innovative adaptation of a Nobel Prize-winning
Model created to help life insurers calculate breast cancer survivors' risk of death :: As early detection and treatment of breast cancer improves, more and more women are surviving the disease. However, they still face challenges, which include determining the moment when it might be reasonable to state they are 'cured' of the disease, and obtaining life insurance. At the European Breast Cancer Conference Dutch researchers describe how they have created a model to help life insurers
Model How Light Reflects Off a Mirror With Python :: Anything you can do with a pencil and paper is worth doing in code.
Model How Light Reflects Off a Mirror With Python :: Anything you can do with a pencil and paper is worth doing in code.
Model to show how bacteria grow in plumbing systems :: Bacteria in tap water can multiply when a faucet isn't used for a few days, such as when a house is vacant over a week's vacation, a new study by engineers has found. The study suggests a new method to show how microbial communities, including those responsible for illnesses like Legionnaires' disease, may assemble inside the plumbing systems of homes and public buildings.
Modeling environmentally mediated rotavirus transmission: The role of temperature and hydrologic factors [Environmental Sciences :: ]Rotavirus is considered a directly transmitted disease due to its high infectivity. Environmental pathways have, therefore, largely been ignored. Rotavirus, however, persists in water sources, and both its surface water concentrations and infection incidence vary with temperature. Here, we examine the potential for waterborne rotavirus transmission. We use a mechanistic…
Modulation of intestinal sulfur assimilation metabolism regulates iron homeostasis [Biochemistry :: ]Sulfur assimilation is an evolutionarily conserved pathway that plays an essential role in cellular and metabolic processes, including sulfation, amino acid biosynthesis, and organismal development. We report that loss of a key enzymatic component of the pathway, bisphosphate 3′-nucleotidase (Bpnt1), in mice, both whole animal and intestine-specific, leads to iron-deficiency…
Molecular basis of neural memory — reviewing 'neuro-mimetic' technologies :: From the perspective of neuroscientists, the authors review the IBM Brain Chip and the Blue Brain Project, and find them flawed by key oversights.
Molecular basis of neural memory — reviewing 'neuro-mimetic' technologies :: From the perspective of neuroscientists, the authors review the IBM Brain Chip and the Blue Brain Project, and find them flawed by key oversights.
Molecular mechanism of ATP versus GTP selectivity of adenylate kinase [Biochemistry :: ]Enzymatic substrate selectivity is critical for the precise control of metabolic pathways. In cases where chemically related substrates are present inside cells, robust mechanisms of substrate selectivity are required. Here, we report the mechanism utilized for catalytic ATP versus GTP selectivity during adenylate kinase (Adk) -mediated phosphorylation of AMP. Using…
Molecular mechanism of extreme mechanostability in a pathogen adhesin :: High resilience to mechanical stress is key when pathogens adhere to their target and initiate infection. Using atomic force microscopy–based single-molecule force spectroscopy, we explored the mechanical stability of the prototypical staphylococcal adhesin SdrG, which targets a short peptide from human fibrinogen β. Steered molecular dynamics simulations revealed, and single-molecule force spect
Molecular mechanism of extreme mechanostability in a pathogen adhesin :: High resilience to mechanical stress is key when pathogens adhere to their target and initiate infection. Using atomic force microscopy–based single-molecule force spectroscopy, we explored the mechanical stability of the prototypical staphylococcal adhesin SdrG, which targets a short peptide from human fibrinogen β. Steered molecular dynamics simulations revealed, and single-molecule force spect
Molecular prison forces diatomic inmates to cell floor :: A team of scientists now report unexpected quantum behavior of hydrogen molecules trapped within tiny cages made of organic molecules, demonstrating that the structure of the cage influences the behavior of the molecule imprisoned inside it.
Molecular prison forces diatomic inmates to cell floor :: A team of scientists now report unexpected quantum behavior of hydrogen molecules trapped within tiny cages made of organic molecules, demonstrating that the structure of the cage influences the behavior of the molecule imprisoned inside it.
Molecular response of muscle to different types of exercise identified :: Exercise in the future could be customized for individuals based on genomics, according to a new study. For years, scientists have studied the effects of different types of exercise on the human body, but never before at this level of molecular precision, according to researchers.
Molecule discovered in dirt could help against multi-resistant bacteria :: Mom always said you could get germs from playing in the dirt. Now, scientists have taken that advice a step further: a Rockefeller University team collected more than 2,000 soil samples from nearby New York City parks, and around the world, in an effort to discover bacterial molecules with potential as drugs.
Molekyle har C-C binding længere end den teoretiske maksimumsværdi :: Kulstof-kulstof-bindingen har en teoretisk maksimal længde på 1,803 ångstrøm. Det ved et nyt kulbrintemolekyle tilsyneladende ikke.
Molekyle har C-C binding længere end den teoretiske maksimumsværdi :: Kulstof-kulstof-bindingen har en teoretisk maksimal længde på 1,803 ångstrøm. Det ved et nyt kulbrintemolekyle tilsyneladende ikke.
Momentum Isn't Magic–Vindicating the Hot Hand with the Mathematics of Streaks :: Nearly every basketball player, coach or fan believes that some shooters have an uncanny tendency to experience the hot hand — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Momentum Isn't Magic–Vindicating the Hot Hand with the Mathematics of Streaks :: Nearly every basketball player, coach or fan believes that some shooters have an uncanny tendency to experience the hot hand — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Mon Dieu: A Post-Brexit U.K. Passport Made in France :: If Brexit was supposed to be a victory for sovereign rights and national identity, what better way to celebrate than with a new passport? It’ll be blue and gold—just like the country’s passports were before they conformed to the EU’s burgundy color scheme in 1988. Also, it will be made by a Franco-Dutch conglomerate, which can produce it more cheaply than a competing British firm. The new passpor
Monitor climate change, not predators, to protect lake diversity: Study :: Climate change and other environmental factors are more threatening to fish diversity than predators, according to new research from the University of Guelph.It is a surprising and important finding, as humans rely upon freshwater lakes for more than one-fifth of their protein needs worldwide, says lead author Prof. Andrew MacDougall in U of G's Department of Integrative Biology.
Monitor climate change, not predators, to protect lake diversity :: Climate change and other environmental factors are more threatening to fish diversity than predators, according to new research from the University of Guelph.
Monitoring electric current offers high-precision, sensor-free means to control valves and locks :: Using a new technique developed by drive systems engineers at Saarland University, electromagnetic valves can precisely control the amount of liquid they dispense and electromagnetic door locks can close smoothly and quietly. All that the engineers in Saarbrücken need is a magnetically permeable metal bolt that moves within a coil of wound copper wire and their sensor-free, patent-pending control
Monitoring electric current offers high-precision, sensor-free means to control valves and locks :: Using a new technique developed by drive systems engineers at Saarland University, electromagnetic valves can precisely control the amount of liquid they dispense and electromagnetic door locks can close smoothly and quietly. All that the engineers in Saarbrücken need is a magnetically permeable metal bolt that moves within a coil of wound copper wire and their sensor-free, patent-pending control
Monkeys' brains synchronize as they collaborate to perform a motor task :: Scientists have previously shown that when one animal watches another performing a motor task, such as reaching for food, mirror neurons in the motor cortex of the observer's brain start firing as though the observer were also reaching for food. New Duke research appearing March 29 in the journal Scientific Reports suggests mirroring in monkeys is also influenced by social factors, such as proximi
Monkeys' brains synchronize as they collaborate to perform a motor task :: Scientists have previously shown that when one animal watches another performing a motor task, such as reaching for food, mirror neurons in the motor cortex of the observer's brain start firing as though the observer were also reaching for food. New Duke research appearing March 29 in the journal Scientific Reports suggests mirroring in monkeys is also influenced by social factors, such as proximi
Monkeys' brains synchronize as they collaborate to perform a motor task :: Scientists have previously shown that when one animal watches another performing a motor task, such as reaching for food, mirror neurons in the motor cortex of the observer's brain start firing as though the observer were also reaching for food. New research suggests mirroring in monkeys is also influenced by social factors, such as proximity to other animals, social hierarchy and competition for
Monkeys' brains synchronize as they collaborate to perform a motor task :: Scientists have previously shown that when one animal watches another performing a motor task, such as reaching for food, mirror neurons in the motor cortex of the observer's brain start firing as though the observer were also reaching for food. New research suggests mirroring in monkeys is also influenced by social factors, such as proximity to other animals, social hierarchy and competition for
Monkeys' brains synchronize as they collaborate to perform a motor task :: Though their purpose and function are still largely unknown, mirror neurons in the brain are believed by some neuroscientists to be central to how humans relate to each other. Deficiencies in mirror neurons might also play a role in autism and other disorders affecting social skills.
Monkeys' brains synchronize as they collaborate to perform a motor task :: Though their purpose and function are still largely unknown, mirror neurons in the brain are believed by some neuroscientists to be central to how humans relate to each other. Deficiencies in mirror neurons might also play a role in autism and other disorders affecting social skills.
Monkeys use tools to crack nuts, shuck oysters :: Wild macaque monkeys have learned to use tools to crack open nuts and even shuck oysters, researchers said Wednesday, identifying a rare skill-set long thought to be the exclusive party trick of humans and chimps.
Mono-unsaturated fats from plants, not animals may reduce risk of death from heart disease and other causes :: Diets rich in mono-unsaturated fats from plants may lower the risk of death from heart disease and other causes. The largest reductions in the risk of death were found when healthy fats from plant sources replaced saturated fats, trans fats and refined carbohydrates.
Montecito Is Everything Bad About Climate Change in a Single California Town :: In four months, the southern California town has seen mudslides, the largest wildfire in state history, and now flash floods.
Monterey Bay Aquarium study finds sea turtles use flippers to manipulate food :: Sea turtles use their flippers to handle prey despite the limbs being evolutionarily designed for locomotion, a discovery by Monterey Bay Aquarium researchers published in PeerJ. Research by Jessica Fujii and Dr. Kyle Van Houtan and others reveals a behavior thought to be less likely in marine tetrapods is actually widespread and that this type of exaptation of flippers may have been occurring 70
Monterey Bay Aquarium study finds sea turtles use flippers to manipulate food :: Sea turtles use their flippers to handle prey despite the limbs being evolutionarily designed for locomotion, a discovery by Monterey Bay Aquarium researchers published in PeerJ. Research by Jessica Fujii and Dr. Kyle Van Houtan and others reveals a behavior thought to be less likely in marine tetrapods is actually widespread and that this type of exaptation of flippers may have been occurring 70
Months-long real-time generation of a time scale based on an optical clock :: The National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) generated a real-time signal of an accurate time scale by combining an optical lattice clock and a hydrogen maser. The signal generated in this optical-microwave hybrid system continued for half a year without interruption. The resultant 'one second' deviated by 0.8 ns in half a year relative to TT(BIPM). This demonstration
Months-long, real-time generation of a time scale based on an optical clock :: The National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) generated a real-time signal of an accurate time scale by combining an optical lattice clock and a hydrogen maser. The signal generated in this optical-microwave hybrid system continued for a half-year without interruption. The resultant one-second unit was more accurate than that of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) on that
More accurate estimates of methane emissions from dairy cattle developed :: Leading the worldwide effort to get a better handle on methane emissions from animals, an international consortium of researchers devised more accurate models to estimate the amount of the potent greenhouse gas produced by dairy cattle.
More accurate estimates of methane emissions from dairy cattle developed :: Leading the worldwide effort to get a better handle on methane emissions from animals, an international consortium of researchers devised more accurate models to estimate the amount of the potent greenhouse gas produced by dairy cattle.
More accurate estimates of methane emissions from dairy cattle developed :: Leading the worldwide effort to get a better handle on methane emissions from animals, an international consortium of researchers devised more accurate models to estimate the amount of the potent greenhouse gas produced by dairy cattle.
More accurate estimates of methane emissions from dairy cattle developed :: Leading the worldwide effort to get a better handle on methane emissions from animals, an international consortium of researchers devised more accurate models to estimate the amount of the potent greenhouse gas produced by dairy cattle.
More accurate estimates of methane emissions from dairy cattle developed :: Leading the worldwide effort to get a better handle on methane emissions from animals, an international consortium of researchers devised more accurate models to estimate the amount of the potent greenhouse gas produced by dairy cattle.
More accurate estimates of methane emissions from dairy cattle developed :: Leading the worldwide effort to get a better handle on methane emissions from animals, an international consortium of researchers devised more accurate models to estimate the amount of the potent greenhouse gas produced by dairy cattle.
More Cases Are Reported of Unusual Cancer Linked to Breast Implants :: Women with breast implants have an increased risk of a type of lymphoma that can usually be cured by surgery alone — but not always.
More people miss NHS appointments when the clocks go forward :: The number of missed hospital outpatient appointments increases following the clock change on March 25 2018.Patients are 5% more likely to miss an appointment in the week after the clocks go forward compared with the previous week. NHS figures show that there were 8 million missed appointments in 2016/17. Each hospital outpatient appointment costs £120 so missed appointments represent a significan
More sting jet storms likely due to global warming :: The UK could be hit by more than double the number of storms with exceptional windspeeds, like the one that caused mayhem across south east England in October 1987, if global warming continues, scientists have warned.
More than 130 pilot whales die in mass Australia beaching :: At least 135 short-finned pilot whales died Friday after a mass beaching in Australia as rescuers worked to herd those still alive back out to sea.
More than 2,500 cancer cases a week could be avoided :: More than 135,500 cases of cancer a year in the UK could be prevented through lifestyle changes, according to new figures from a Cancer Research UK landmark study.
More than 2,500 cancer cases a week could be avoided :: More than 135,500 cases of cancer a year in the UK could be prevented through lifestyle changes, according to new figures.
More than just simple folding ::
Mormons’ Weekly Family Ritual Is an Antidote to Fast-Paced Living :: Every Monday evening, Mormons around the world pause, as families. Together they pray, sing, play games, eat snacks. This is all standard fare for many American households, but the difference is that for Mormons, it’s built into every Monday night (or sometimes another night) and it has an official, deceptively generic-sounding name: family home evening. The weekly gathering is far more than a fa
Mormons’ Weekly Family Ritual Is an Antidote to Fast-Paced Living :: Every Monday evening, Mormons around the world pause, as families. Together they pray, sing, play games, eat snacks. This is all standard fare for many American households, but the difference is that for Mormons, it’s built into every Monday night (or sometimes another night) and it has an official, deceptively generic-sounding name: family home evening. The weekly gathering is far more than a fa
Mosquito early warning app detects the insects from their buzz :: Researchers plan to save lives by identifying the sound of malaria-carrying species Artificial intelligence researchers have developed a mosquito early warning system that raises the alarm when the insects are near by detecting the whine of their wingbeats. The system uses an app that can run on a £20 mobile phone to analyse sounds in the environment and issue a warning if it hears the telltale b
Mosquito early warning app detects the insects from their buzz :: Researchers plan to save lives by identifying the sound of malaria-carrying species Artificial intelligence researchers have developed a mosquito early warning system that raises the alarm when the insects are near by detecting the whine of their wingbeats. The system uses an app that can run on a £20 mobile phone to analyse sounds in the environment and issue a warning if it hears the telltale b
Most complex biocomputer ever is made from human cells :: Scientists have engineered 9 human cells to work as a simple, programmable computer. It could lead to implants that automatically detect and treat disease
Most of Earth's water was likely present before the moon-forming giant impact :: Based on an extensive collection of lunar and terrestrial samples, a new study probing the elusive origins of the moon — now typically thought to have formed from a collision between a proto-Earth and a solid impactor — supports theories of a collision with extremely high energy. So high, in fact, that it resulted in nearly complete mixing of materials between the impactor and proto-Earth.
Most of Earth's water was likely present before the moon-forming giant impact :: Based on an extensive collection of lunar and terrestrial samples, a new study probing the elusive origins of the moon — now typically thought to have formed from a collision between a proto-Earth and a solid impactor — supports theories of a collision with extremely high energy. So high, in fact, that it resulted in nearly complete mixing of materials between the impactor and proto-Earth.
Most of Earth's water was likely present before the moon-forming giant impact :: Based on an extensive collection of lunar and terrestrial samples, a new study probing the elusive origins of the moon — now typically thought to have formed from a collision between a proto-Earth and a solid impactor — supports theories of a collision with extremely high energy. So high, in fact, that it resulted in nearly complete mixing of materials between the impactor and proto-Earth.
Most of Earth's water was likely present before the moon-forming giant impact :: Based on an extensive collection of lunar and terrestrial samples, a new study probing the elusive origins of the moon — now typically thought to have formed from a collision between a proto-Earth and a solid impactor — supports theories of a collision with extremely high energy. So high, in fact, that it resulted in nearly complete mixing of materials between the impactor and proto-Earth.
Mount Etna is 'sliding towards the sea' :: Measurements show the entire bulk of Europe's most active volcano is edging eastwards, Scientists say.
Mouse Moms Behavior Affects Pups Genome Structures :: Mice who get less attention from their mothers have more copies of a common retrotransposon in the genomes of their hippocampal neurons.
Move Over, 'Tomb Raider': Here Are 11 Pioneering Women Archaeologists :: Popular "Tomb Raider" Lara Croft can't hold a candle to these groundbreaking women in archaeology.
Moving charges with radicals ::
Moving light-dark exposure could reduce disruption faced by night shift workers :: New research published in The Journal of Physiology shows that our brain clock can be shifted by light exposure, potentially to align it with night shift patterns. It highlights that a 'one size fits all' approach to managing sleep disruption in shift workers may not be appropriate. A personalized approach, with light-dark exposure scheduled and taking into account whether someone is a 'morning' o
Moving light-dark exposure could reduce disruption faced by night shift workers :: New research published in The Journal of Physiology shows that our brain clock can be shifted by light exposure, potentially to align it with night shift patterns. It highlights that a 'one size fits all' approach to managing sleep disruption in shift workers may not be appropriate. A personalized approach, with light-dark exposure scheduled and taking into account whether someone is a 'morning' o
Moving light-dark exposure could reduce disruption faced by night shift workers :: New research shows that our brain clock can be shifted by light exposure, potentially to align it with night shift patterns. It highlights that a 'one size fits all' approach to managing sleep disruption in shift workers may not be appropriate. A personalized approach, with light-dark exposure scheduled and taking into account whether someone is a 'morning' or 'evening' person, could reduce shift
Moving light-dark exposure could reduce disruption faced by night shift workers :: New research shows that our brain clock can be shifted by light exposure, potentially to align it with night shift patterns. It highlights that a 'one size fits all' approach to managing sleep disruption in shift workers may not be appropriate. A personalized approach, with light-dark exposure scheduled and taking into account whether someone is a 'morning' or 'evening' person, could reduce shift
MSU-based scientists dedicated the birth of a new black hole to Stephen Hawking :: One of the MASTER Global Robotic Net telescopes (MSU) located on Tenerife (Spain, Canary Islands) helped the scientists observe the gamma-ray burst caused by the collapse of a star and the formation of a black hole in its place. Usual telescopes are unable to point to gamma-ray bursts error-boxes fast enough to monitor the change in its brightness and obtain any information about its source.
Mumps resurgence likely due to waning vaccine-derived immunity :: A resurgence of mumps in the US among vaccinated young adults appears to be due to waning of vaccine-induced immunity, according to a Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health analysis. Researchers found vaccine-derived immune protection against mumps lasts about 27 years after the last dose. The findings suggest that, in addition to the currently recommended two doses of mumps vaccine in childhoo
Mumps resurgence likely due to waning vaccine-derived immunity :: A resurgence of mumps in the US among vaccinated young adults appears to be due to waning of vaccine-induced immunity, according to a recent analysis. Researchers found vaccine-derived immune protection against mumps lasts about 27 years after the last dose. The findings suggest that, in addition to the currently recommended two doses of mumps vaccine in childhood, a third dose at age 18 may help
Murine knockin model for progranulin-deficient frontotemporal dementia with nonsense-mediated mRNA decay [Neuroscience :: ]Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is the most common neurodegenerative disorder in individuals under age 60 and has no treatment or cure. Because many cases of FTD result from GRN nonsense mutations, an animal model for this type of mutation is highly desirable for understanding pathogenesis and testing therapies. Here, we generated…
Music for ADHD? :: In a recent "Ask Me Anything" on Reddit, the CEO of Brain.fm claimed his company's music can improve concentration and help with ADHD. At the very least I see such claims as highly implausible, and not something we can conclude from the existing basic science research. I have no problem with doing clinical research, and maybe we might learn something about how the brain regulates attention that ca
Musical instruments and apps that teach you how to play :: Technology An experienced human teacher is the best, but these gadgets can get you started. This tech won’t teach you Axl Rose moves, but they can help start your musical journey.
MuslimCrypt Steganography App Helps Jihadists Send Secret Messages :: The unfortunately named MuslimCrypt uses steganography to pass discreet messages through images online.
MuslimCrypt Steganography App Helps Jihadists Send Secret Messages :: The unfortunately named MuslimCrypt uses steganography to pass discreet messages through images online.
Mutations of the bassoon gene causing new brain disorder :: Newly discovered gene mutations may help explain the cause of a disease that drastically impairs walking and thinking.
My Cow Game Extracted Your Facebook Data :: Facebook Data CambridgeFor a spell during 2010 and 2011, I was a virtual rancher of clickable cattle on Facebook. It feels like a long time ago. Obama was serving his first term as president. Google+ hadn’t arrived, let alone vanished again. Steve Jobs was still alive, as was Kim Jong Il. Facebook’s IPO hadn’t yet taken place, and its service was still fun to use—although it was littered with requests and demands from
My descent into America's neo-Nazi movement — and how I got out |Christian Picciolini :: At 14, Christian Picciolini went from naïve teenager to white supremacist — and soon, the leader of the first neo-Nazi skinhead gang in the United States. How was he radicalized, and how did he ultimately get out of the movement? In this courageous talk, Picciolini shares the surprising and counterintuitive solution to hate in all forms.
My descent into America's neo-Nazi movement — and how I got out |Christian Picciolini :: At 14, Christian Picciolini went from naïve teenager to white supremacist — and soon, the leader of the first neo-Nazi skinhead gang in the United States. How was he radicalized, and how did he ultimately get out of the movement? In this courageous talk, Picciolini shares the surprising and counterintuitive solution to hate in all forms.
My Life Since the 1992 Simon's Rock Shooting :: Editor’s Note: This is one in a series of conversations with those who have survived high-profile shootings or lost loved ones to them. The other interviews, as well as background about the series, can be found here . Updated at 1:38 p.m. ET on March 24, 2018 In 1992, when a shooter murdered a student and a professor at Bard College at Simon’s Rock, in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, mass gun vi
My Life Since the 1999 Columbine Shooting: Heather Martin's Story :: Editor’s Note: This is one in a series of conversations with those who have survived high-profile shootings or lost loved ones to them. The other interviews, as well as background about the series, can be found here . Heather Martin was a senior at Columbine High School in Colorado when a mass shooting there in 1999 left 15 people dead, including both perpetrators, and over 20 others injured. The
My Life Since the 2007 Virginia Tech Shooting: Lisa Hamp's Story :: Editor’s Note: This is one in a series of conversations with those who have survived high-profile shootings or lost loved ones to them. The other interviews, as well as background about the series, can be found here . Lisa Hamp was in a computer class at Virginia Tech on April 16, 2007. She survived the shooting that left 33 people dead, including the perpetrator. But emotionally, she wasn’t unsc
My Life Since the 2012 Sandy Hook Shooting: Alissa Parker's Story :: Editor’s Note: This is one in a series of conversations with those who have survived high-profile shootings or lost loved ones to them. The other interviews, as well as background about the series, can be found here . When Alissa Parker sees a school, one of the first things she thinks about is whether it’s safe enough. That’s been the case ever since her daughter Emilie was murdered at Sandy Hoo
My Life Since the 2012 Sandy Hook Shooting: Sarah Clements’s Story :: Editor’s Note: This is one in a series of conversations with those who have survived high-profile shootings or lost loved ones to them. The other interviews, as well as background about the series, can be found here . On December 14, 2012, a gunman entered Sandy Hook Elementary and turned left, toward the main office and first-grade classrooms; had he turned right, he almost immediately would hav
My Life Since the 2012 Sandy Hook Shooting: Scarlett Lewis's Story :: Editor’s Note: This is one in a series of conversations with those who have survived high-profile shootings or lost loved ones to them. The other interviews, as well as background about the series, can be found here . After Scarlett Lewis lost her 6-year-old son Jesse in the Sandy Hook Elementary shooting of 2012, she turned immediately to researching the root causes of the sort of violence that
My Life Since the 2012 Sikh Temple Shooting: Pardeep Singh Kaleka's Story :: Editor’s Note: This is one in a series of conversations with those who have survived high-profile shootings or lost loved ones to them. The other interviews, as well as background about the series, can be found here . On August 5, 2012, a white supremacist killed six worshippers in the Sikh temple of Oak Creek, Wisconsin, including Satwant Singh Kaleka, the temple’s president. Satwant’s son, Pard
My Life Since the 2015 Emanuel AME Church Shooting: Melvin Graham's Story :: Editor’s Note: This is one in a series of conversations with those who have survived high-profile shootings or lost loved ones to them. The other interviews, as well as background about the series, can be found here . Cynthia Graham Hurd was a librarian in Charleston, South Carolina, and three years after her death, books are still being donated in her memory. Hurd was murdered at the age of 54 a
Myeloid ERK5 deficiency suppresses tumor growth by blocking protumor macrophage polarization via STAT3 inhibition [Medical Sciences :: ]Owing to the prevalence of tumor-associated macrophages (TAMs) in cancer and their unique influence upon disease progression and malignancy, macrophage-targeted interventions have attracted notable attention in cancer immunotherapy. However, tractable targets to reduce TAM activities remain very few and far between because the signaling mechanisms underpinning protumor macrophage phenotypes are…
Mysterious Brown Spots on King Tut's Tomb Are 'Dead' :: Mysterious brown spots on the ancient artwork of Tutankhamun's tomb are not growing larger as previously feared.
Mysterious Brown Spots on King Tut's Tomb Are 'Dead' :: Mysterious brown spots on the ancient artwork of Tutankhamun's tomb are not growing larger as previously feared.
Mysterious head of a pharaoh discovered by Swansea Egyptologist :: Egyptologists have found a depiction of one of the most famous pharaoh's in history Hatshepsut (one of only a handful of female pharaohs) on an object in the Egypt Center stores, which had been chosen for an object handling session.
Mysterious head of a pharaoh discovered by Swansea Egyptologist :: Swansea University Egyptology lecturer Dr Ken Griffin has found a depiction of one of the most famous pharaoh's in history Hatshepsut (one of only a handful of female pharaohs) on an object in the Egypt Centre stores, which had been chosen for an object handling session.
Mysterious head of a pharaoh discovered :: Swansea University Egyptology lecturer Dr Ken Griffin has found a depiction of one of the most famous pharaoh's in history Hatshepsut (one of only a handful of female pharaohs) on an object in the Egypt Centre stores, which had been chosen for an object handling session.
Mysterious skeleton shows molecular complexity of bone diseases, Stanford-UCSF study finds :: A bizarre human skeleton, once rumored to have extraterrestrial origins, has gotten a rather comprehensive genomic work-up, the results of which are now in, researchers from the Stanford University School of Medicine report.
Mysterious skeleton shows molecular complexity of bone diseases :: A bizarre human skeleton, once rumored to have extraterrestrial origins, has gotten a rather comprehensive genomic work-up, the results of which are now in.
Mystery of superior Leeuwenhoek microscope solved after 350 years :: Researchers from TU Delft and Rijksmuseum Boerhaave have solved an age-old mystery surrounding Antonie van Leeuwenhoek's microscopes. A unique collaboration at the interface between culture and science has proved conclusively that the linen trader and amateur scholar from Delft ground and used his own thin lenses.
N.I.H. to Investigate Outreach to Alcohol Companies :: After a report in The Times, the National Institutes of Health will examine whether health officials violated government policy by soliciting donations to fund a study of moderate drinking.
N.Y.C. Nature: The Croaky Sounds of Spring :: The rasping call of the wood frog, who amazingly emerges from being mostly frozen during the winter, is filling city woodlands right now.
Nanocrystalline graphite enables new class of harsh environment electronics :: Researchers from the Universities of Bristol and Southampton, in collaboration with Microsemi, have demonstrated reliable operation of microelectromechanical relays by coating the contacts with nanocrystalline layers of graphite, to enable ultra-low-power electronics for harsh environments.
Nanofluidic rocking Brownian motors :: Control and transport of nanoscale objects in fluids is challenging because of the unfavorable scaling of most interaction mechanisms to small length scales. We designed energy landscapes for nanoparticles by accurately shaping the geometry of a nanofluidic slit and exploiting the electrostatic interaction between like-charged particles and walls. Directed transport was performed by combining asy
Nanofluidic rocking Brownian motors :: Control and transport of nanoscale objects in fluids is challenging because of the unfavorable scaling of most interaction mechanisms to small length scales. We designed energy landscapes for nanoparticles by accurately shaping the geometry of a nanofluidic slit and exploiting the electrostatic interaction between like-charged particles and walls. Directed transport was performed by combining asy
Nanomaterials hold promise for producing hydrogen from water :: Hydrogen holds promise as an inexpensive form of clean energy, but finding an efficient and affordable way to produce the fuel from water—a technique known as water-splitting—remains a key scientific challenge.
Nanoparticle synthesis gets a shock ::
Nanoparticle synthesis gets a shock ::
Nanoscale alloys from elements thought to be incapable of mixing :: A multi-institutional team of scientists describes a new technique that can meld ions from up to eight different elements to form what are known as high entropy alloyed nanoparticles. The atoms of the elements that make up these particles are distributed evenly throughout and form a single, solid-state crystalline structure — a feat that has never been achieved before with more than three element
Nanoscale alloys from elements thought to be incapable of mixing :: A multi-institutional team of scientists describes a new technique that can meld ions from up to eight different elements to form what are known as high entropy alloyed nanoparticles. The atoms of the elements that make up these particles are distributed evenly throughout and form a single, solid-state crystalline structure — a feat that has never been achieved before with more than three element
Naps are really beneficial. Here's how to take them. :: DIY Learn how to make any time naptime. Sneaking a little midday snooze feels unspeakably indulgent, whether it lasts a few minutes or a full REM cycle. But does it improve your health? We look into what…
Narcissists don't hunt for partners who are already taken — but it doesn't stop them :: Narcissists aren't necessarily on the hunt for partners who are already in a relationship – but that doesn't appear to stand in their way, either, new research suggests.
Narcissists don't hunt for partners who are already taken — but it doesn't stop them :: Narcissists aren't necessarily on the hunt for partners who are already in a relationship – but that doesn't appear to stand in their way, either, new research suggests.
Narwhal vs. Unicorn vs. Pegasus :: It’s time for a battle of epic proportions! We’ve got 3 majestic and magical creatures for you to choose from. How will you manage to pick just one?? It’ll be a tough decision but you must choose a side. Pick your favorite and let the battle begin! The competition starts at 11 AM EDT on 3/22 and goes for 24 hours! Narwhal The Narwhal, sometimes also called the “Narwhale” is a unique creature that
NASA astronauts go spacewalking days after reaching orbit :: Two new arrivals at the International Space Station went spacewalking Thursday less than a week after moving in, completing all their work despite a slightly shortened excursion.
NASA astronauts go spacewalking days after reaching orbit :: Two new arrivals at the International Space Station went spacewalking Thursday less than a week after moving in, completing all their work despite a slightly shortened excursion.
NASA begins latest airborne Arctic ice survey :: An unusual hole in the sea ice cover over the Arctic Ocean and unexplored areas of the bedrock beneath the Greenland Ice Sheet are among the targets for this year's mapping of Arctic ice conditions by NASA's Operation IceBridge airborne mission.
NASA eyes powerful Tropical Cyclone Marcus :: While a Category 4 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson hurricane wind scale, NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite passed over Tropical Cyclone Marcus in the Southern Indian Ocean.
NASA eyes powerful Tropical Cyclone Marcus :: While a Category 4 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson hurricane wind scale, NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite passed over Tropical Cyclone Marcus in the Southern Indian Ocean.
NASA finds major Tropical Cyclone Marcus getting stronger :: Now a Category 4 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale, Tropical Cyclone Marcus continues to strengthen as it moves south and keeps off-shore from Western Australia. NASA's Terra satellite looked at Marcus in infrared light and saw a well-organized hurricane with a wide eye.
NASA finds major Tropical Cyclone Marcus getting stronger :: Now a Category 4 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale, Tropical Cyclone Marcus continues to strengthen as it moves south and keeps off-shore from Western Australia. NASA's Terra satellite looked at Marcus in infrared light and saw a well-organized hurricane with a wide eye.
NASA finds Tropical Cyclone Eliakim's clouds warming :: NASA's Aqua satellite analyzed Tropical Cyclone Eliakim in infrared light and found warmer cloud top temperatures as wind shear continued to pummel the storm. Wind shear has elongated Eliakim and pushed precipitation south of the storm's center.
NASA finds Tropical Cyclone Eliakim's clouds warming :: NASA's Aqua satellite analyzed Tropical Cyclone Eliakim in infrared light and found warmer cloud top temperatures as wind shear continued to pummel the storm. Wind shear has elongated Eliakim and pushed precipitation south of the storm's center.
NASA finds Tropical Storm Jelawat strengthening :: Infrared imagery from NASA's Aqua satellite revealed that Tropical Storm Jelawat was getting stronger as it moved through the Northwestern Pacific Ocean.
NASA finds Tropical Storm Jelawat strengthening :: Infrared imagery from NASA's Aqua satellite revealed that Tropical Storm Jelawat was getting stronger as it moved through the Northwestern Pacific Ocean.
NASA finds Tropical Storm Jelawat strengthening :: Infrared imagery from NASA's Aqua satellite revealed that Tropical Storm Jelawat was getting stronger as it moved through the Northwestern Pacific Ocean.
NASA finds Tropical Storm Jelawat strengthening :: Infrared imagery from NASA's Aqua satellite revealed that Tropical Storm Jelawat was getting stronger as it moved through the Northwestern Pacific Ocean.
NASA has developed a way to 3-D-print its rocket nozzles ::
NASA infrared imagery shows a powerful Tropical Cyclone Marcus :: Tropical Cyclone Marcus continues to strengthen as it moves further away from Western Australia. NASA's Aqua satellite analyzed the system in infrared light to find the strongest part of the hurricane.
NASA infrared imagery shows a powerful Tropical Cyclone Marcus :: Tropical Cyclone Marcus continues to strengthen as it moves further away from Western Australia. NASA's Aqua satellite analyzed the system in infrared light to find the strongest part of the hurricane.
NASA marshall advances 3-D printed rocket engine nozzle technology :: Rocket engine nozzles operate in extreme temperatures and pressures from the combustion process and are complex and expensive to manufacture. That is why a team of engineers at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama, developed and proved out a new additive manufacturing technique for nozzle fabrication that can greatly reduce costs and development time.
NASA prepares to launch next mission to search sky for new worlds :: NASA's Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS) is undergoing final preparations in Florida for its April 16 launch to find undiscovered worlds around nearby stars, providing targets where future studies will assess their capacity to harbor life.
NASA prepares to launch next mission to search sky for new worlds :: NASA's Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS) is undergoing final preparations in Florida for its April 16 launch to find undiscovered worlds around nearby stars, providing targets where future studies will assess their capacity to harbor life.
NASA ready to study heart of Mars :: NASA is about to go on a journey to study the interior of Mars. The space agency held a news conference today at its Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in Pasadena, California, detailing the next mission to the Red Planet.
NASA sees Tropical Cyclone 16P develop :: NASA's Terra satellite passed over the Arafura Sea and captured an image of newly developed Tropical Cyclone 16P.
NASA sees Tropical Cyclone 16P develop :: NASA's Terra satellite passed over the Arafura Sea and captured an image of newly developed Tropical Cyclone 16P.
NASA sees Tropical Cyclone Nora become a hurricane :: NASA satellite imagery showed that Tropical Cyclone Nora developed an eye as it strengthened into a hurricane north of Australia. NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite provided forecasters with a visible image of the storm, formerly named Tropical Cyclone 16P.
NASA sees Tropical Cyclone Nora become a hurricane :: NASA satellite imagery showed that Tropical Cyclone Nora developed an eye as it strengthened into a hurricane north of Australia. NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite provided forecasters with a visible image of the storm, formerly named Tropical Cyclone 16P.
NASA set to launch rocket carrying Penn State led experiment :: NASA will launch a suborbital sounding rocket—research rockets that fly a parabolic path, spending only about five minutes in space—carrying a Penn State led experiment to test a newly-developed X-ray spectrograph and study the X-rays from a supernova remnant in the Milky Way galaxy. The Water Recovery X-ray rocket, or WRX, is scheduled for launch April 4, 2018 from Kwajalein Atoll, the Republic o
NASA set to launch rocket carrying Penn State led experiment :: NASA will launch a suborbital sounding rocket—research rockets that fly a parabolic path, spending only about five minutes in space—carrying a Penn State led experiment to test a newly-developed X-ray spectrograph and study the X-rays from a supernova remnant in the Milky Way galaxy. The Water Recovery X-ray rocket, or WRX, is scheduled for launch April 4, 2018 from Kwajalein Atoll, the Republic o
NASA tracks a weaker comma-shaped Tropical Cyclone Marcus :: Tropical Cyclone Marcus continues to parallel Western Australia and remain far from the coast, while weakening. NASA's Aqua satellite analyzed the storm in infrared light and saw a comma-shaped Marcus.
NASA tracks a weaker comma-shaped Tropical Cyclone Marcus :: Tropical Cyclone Marcus continues to parallel Western Australia and remain far from the coast, while weakening. NASA's Aqua satellite analyzed the storm in infrared light and saw a comma-shaped Marcus.
NASA visualizes the dance of a melting snowflake :: NASA has produced the first three-dimensional numerical model of melting snowflakes in the atmosphere. Developed by scientist Jussi Leinonen of NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California, the model provides a better understanding of how snow melts can help scientists recognize the signature in radar signals of heavier, wetter snow—the kind that breaks power lines and tree limbs—and c
NASA visualizes the dance of a melting snowflake :: NASA has produced the first three-dimensional numerical model of melting snowflakes in the atmosphere. Developed by scientist Jussi Leinonen of NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California, the model provides a better understanding of how snow melts can help scientists recognize the signature in radar signals of heavier, wetter snow—the kind that breaks power lines and tree limbs—and c
NASA visualizes the dance of a melting snowflake :: NASA has produced the first three-dimensional numerical model of melting snowflakes in the atmosphere. Developed by scientist Jussi Leinonen of NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California, the model provides a better understanding of how snow melts can help scientists recognize the signature in radar signals of heavier, wetter snow — the kind that breaks power lines and tree limbs —
NASA visualizes the dance of a melting snowflake :: NASA has produced the first three-dimensional numerical model of melting snowflakes in the atmosphere. Developed by scientist Jussi Leinonen of NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California, the model provides a better understanding of how snow melts can help scientists recognize the signature in radar signals of heavier, wetter snow — the kind that breaks power lines and tree limbs —
NASA visualizes the dance of a melting snowflake :: NASA has produced the first three-dimensional numerical model of melting snowflakes in the atmosphere. The model provides a better understanding of how snow melts can help scientists recognize the signature in radar signals of heavier, wetter snow — the kind that breaks power lines and tree limbs — and could be a step toward improving predictions of this hazard.
NASA visualizes the dance of a melting snowflake :: NASA has produced the first three-dimensional numerical model of melting snowflakes in the atmosphere. The model provides a better understanding of how snow melts can help scientists recognize the signature in radar signals of heavier, wetter snow — the kind that breaks power lines and tree limbs — and could be a step toward improving predictions of this hazard.
NASA's New Parker Probe Will Skim the Sun's Surface :: Engineers hope a special heat shield will keep the craft cool while it collects space weather info.
NASA's New Parker Probe Will Skim the Sun's Surface :: Engineers hope a special heat shield will keep the craft cool while it collects space weather info.
National Flood Insurance Is Underwater Because of Outdated Science :: The FEMA program will continue to be financially unviable until it uses the latest research to help fix its broken system — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Native forest protections are deeply flawed, yet may be in place for another 20 years :: State governments are poised to renew some of the 20-year-old Regional Forest Agreements (RFAs) without reviewing any evidence gathered in the last two decades.
Native invaders—a chink in the armour of ecological policy? :: Invasive species are widely recognised as a major threat to the functioning of ecosystems and conservation of wildlife in the 21st century. But while most biological invasions are associated with the introduction of alien species into a new ecosystem – like the notorious cane toad in Australia– an important and often overlooked minority involve native species that begin to behave differently in re
Natural aphid predators reduce pesticide use :: The greater the diversity of crops grown in agricultural landscapes is, the better natural predators of aphids are able to control the pests on wheat fields. This is because a varied landscape provides better living conditions for aphids' natural predators than a never-ending series of monocultures.
Natural enemies reduce pesticide use :: Crop variety in agriculture has a positive impact on the natural enemies of aphids. Farmers can use this insight to keep aphids at bay and cut down on pesticides.
Natural enemies reduce pesticide use :: Crop variety in agriculture has a positive impact on the natural enemies of aphids. Farmers can use this insight to keep aphids at bay and cut down on pesticides.
Natural killers join the fight against cancer ::
Natural killers join the fight against cancer ::
Natural sniper kills hospital bacterium :: Bacteria produce proteins to take out specific competitors. One of these proteins can kill the hospital bacterium pseudomonas aeruginosa. Microbial geneticists at KU Leuven, Belgium, have unraveled how this protein launches its attack and ensures that the bacteria die very quickly. In the long term, these proteins hold potential for new antibiotic cocktails.
Natural sniper kills hospital bacterium :: Bacteria produce proteins to take out specific competitors. One of these proteins can kill the hospital bacterium Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Microbial geneticists at KU Leuven, Belgium, have unravelled how this protein launches its attack and ensures that the bacteria die very quickly. In the long term, these proteins hold potential for new antibiotic cocktails.
Natural sniper kills hospital bacterium :: Bacteria produce proteins to take out specific competitors. One of these proteins can kill the hospital bacterium Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Microbial geneticists have unraveled how this protein launches its attack and ensures that the bacteria die very quickly. In the long term, these proteins hold potential for new antibiotic cocktails.
Natural variation in salt tolerance ::
Nature provides the means for the sustainable management of floods :: Soon, spring and the melting snow will yet again be visible as flooding around Finland. Although major floods caused by extreme weather phenomena are rare in the Nordic countries, floods cause financial loses even here each year. Climate change is expected to increase flooding in the future.
Nature: Closer Than It Seems :: Fighting the stigma that the outdoors is hard to reach, dangerous and best experienced alone — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Neanderthal Genomes Hint at Speciess Population History :: DNA analysis gives clues to how the ancient hominin's population split and how they interacted with modern humans.
Near completion of work at the tomb of King Tutankhamen :: The Getty Conservation Institute (GCI) announced today that it has nearly completed its work at the Tomb of Tutankhamen in Egypt, one of the most famous cultural heritage sites in the world. The project—a multiyear collaboration between the GCI and Egypt's Ministry of Antiquities (formerly known as the Supreme Council of Antiquities) focused on conservation and the creation of a sustainable plan f
Near completion of work at the tomb of King Tutankhamen :: The Getty Conservation Institute (GCI) announced today that it has nearly completed its work at the Tomb of Tutankhamen in Egypt, one of the most famous cultural heritage sites in the world. The project—a multiyear collaboration between the GCI and Egypt's Ministry of Antiquities (formerly known as the Supreme Council of Antiquities) focused on conservation and the creation of a sustainable plan f
Need a new idea? Start at the edge of what is known |Vittorio Loreto :: "Where do great ideas come from?" Starting with this question in mind, Vittorio Loreto takes us on a journey to explore a possible mathematical scheme that explains the birth of the new. Learn more about the "adjacent possible" — the crossroads of what's actual and what's possible — and how studying the math that drives it could explain how we create new ideas.
Neglect common in English care homes :: The largest-ever survey of care home staff in England has found that neglectful behaviors are widespread.
Neglect common in English care homes :: The largest-ever survey of care home staff in England, led by UCL researchers, has found that neglectful behaviors are widespread.
Neural Networks Learn by Recycling :: submitted by /u/NaiveSkeptic [link] [comments]
Neural Networks Learn by Recycling :: submitted by /u/NaiveSkeptic [link] [comments]
Neurocognitive risk may begin before treatment for young leukemia patients :: Chemotherapy agents have been associated with neurocognitive side effects in young leukemia survivors. Now St. Jude Children's Research Hospital scientists have evidence the disease and genetics might also play a role.
Neurocognitive risk may begin before treatment for young leukemia patients :: Chemotherapy agents have been associated with neurocognitive side effects in young leukemia survivors. Now St. Jude Children's Research Hospital scientists have evidence the disease and genetics might also play a role.
Neurogenesis and the sleeping fly ::
Neuro-immune cell cross-talk ::
Neuro-immune cell cross-talk ::
Neuronal-immune system cross-talk in homeostasis ::
Neuronal-immune system cross-talk in homeostasis ::
Neuroscience and Society: Buildings and the Brain :: Panelists Justin Hollander, Eve Edelstein, and Margaret Calkins listen to a question from the audience. About 1/3 of the people in the audience were architects. Panelists Justin Hollander, Eve Edelstein, and Margaret Calkins listen to a question from the audience. About 1/3 of the people in the audience were architects. “Design saves lives,” Eve Edelstein says. She and her two fellow panelists at
Neuroscientists develop potential tools for the study of brain function :: A team of neuroscientists are inching closer to developing the tools needed to decipher the brain. Now, the team has demonstrated how these proteins can be used as tools to regulate the activity of individual neurons in the brain through changes in temperature. These tools will advance fundamental brain research and potentially lead to 'deep brain stimulation' treatments used for Alzheimer's and P
Neuroscientists develop potential tools for the study of brain function :: A team of University of Missouri neuroscientists are inching closer to developing the tools needed to decipher the brain. Now, the team has published a new paper that demonstrates how these proteins can be used as tools to regulate the activity of individual neurons in the brain through changes in temperature. These tools will advance fundamental brain research and potentially lead to 'deep brain
Neutral news perceived as biased depending on who shares it :: Researchers at the University of Utah and Konkuk University found that news stories are perceived as biased based on who shares that story on social media, regardless if the actual story is biased. Published in Mass Communication & Society, "When social media become hostile media: An experimental examination of news sharing, partisanship and follower count," the study also examines how Republicans
Neutrino experiments could rewrite Standard Model of Physics :: Researchers have shown that they can shield a sensitive, scalable 44-kilogram germanium detector array from background radioactivity, a key step towards solving a much bigger mystery. If equal amounts of matter and antimatter had formed in the Big Bang more than 13 billion years ago, they would have annihilated one other upon meeting—and today’s universe would be full of energy but no matter to f
Neutrino experiments could rewrite Standard Model of Physics :: Researchers have shown that they can shield a sensitive, scalable 44-kilogram germanium detector array from background radioactivity, a key step towards solving a much bigger mystery. If equal amounts of matter and antimatter had formed in the Big Bang more than 13 billion years ago, they would have annihilated one other upon meeting—and today’s universe would be full of energy but no matter to f
Neutronspredning bringer os et skridt nærmere kvantecomputeren :: En stor udfordring i fremtidens kvantecomputer ligger i, at man skal kunne holde på kvanteinformationen…
Neutronspredning bringer os et skridt nærmere kvantecomputeren :: En stor udfordring i fremtidens kvantecomputer ligger i, at man skal kunne holde på kvanteinformationen…
New 4-D printer could reshape the world we live in :: Scientists report that they have developed a powerful new printer that could streamline the creation of self-assembling structures that can change shape after being exposed to heat and other stimuli. They say this unique technology could accelerate the use of 4-D printing in aerospace, medicine and other industries. The researchers will present their results today at the 255th National Meeting & E
New 4-D printer could reshape the world we live in :: Scientists report that they have developed a powerful new printer that could streamline the creation of self-assembling structures that can change shape after being exposed to heat and other stimuli. They say this unique technology could accelerate the use of 4-D printing in aerospace, medicine and other industries.
New accreditation program sets framework for rectal cancer care in the US :: The National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer establishes guidelines for a multidisciplinary team approach to help meet its proposed quality measures.
New ALS gene points to common role of cytoskeleton in disease :: An international team of researchers led by John Landers, PhD, at UMass Medical School, has identified KIF5A as a new gene associated with the development of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The discovery further implicates the role of cytoskeletal defects in the axon as a common factor in the disease. It points to the cytoskeleton as a potential target for new drug development.
New anti-cancer protein discovered :: An international team of researchers has discovered a new anti-cancer protein. The protein, called LHPP, prevents the uncontrolled proliferation of cancer cells in the liver. The researchers report that LHPP can also serve as a biomarker for the diagnosis and prognosis of liver cancer.
New artificial intelligence technique dramatically improves the quality of medical imaging :: A radiologist's ability to make accurate diagnoses from high-quality diagnostic imaging studies directly impacts patient outcome. However, acquiring sufficient data to generate the best quality imaging comes at a cost – increased radiation dose for computed tomography (CT) and positron emission tomography (PET) or uncomfortably long scan times for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Now researchers
New artificial intelligence technique dramatically improves the quality of medical imaging :: Researchers have developed a new technique based on artificial intelligence and machine learning that should enable clinicians to acquire high-quality images from limited data.
New atmospheric results from the International Space Station :: With ESA's help, the latest atmosphere monitor on the International Space Station is delivering results on our planet's ozone, aerosol and nitrogen trioxide levels. Installed last year on the orbital outpost, NASA's sensor tracks the sun and moon to probe the constituents of our atmosphere.
New brain scanner allows patients to move freely for the first time :: A new generation of brain scanner, that can be worn like a helmet allowing patients to move naturally whilst being scanned, has been developed by researchers at the Sir Peter Mansfield Imaging Centre, University of Nottingham and the Wellcome Centre for Human Neuroimaging, UCL. It is part of a five-year Wellcome funded project which has the potential to revolutionize the world of human brain imagi
New brain scanner allows patients to move freely for the first time :: A new generation of brain scanner, that can be worn like a helmet allowing patients to move naturally whilst being scanned, has been developed. It is part of a five-year Wellcome funded project which has the potential to revolutionize the world of human brain imaging.
New cancer drug shows promise in pediatric patients with tumor-specific gene mutations :: A new cancer drug has proven safe and effective for pediatric patients with a rare tumor gene mutation. The study tested the safety and dose of larotrectinib (LOXO-195) in pediatric patients with a mutation known as tropomyosin receptor kinases (TRK) that can occur in a variety of tumor types.
New Class of Drugs Kills MRSA in Mice :: Researchers find two new antibiotics that offer promise in the fight against drug-resistant bacteria.
New Class of Drugs Kills MRSA in Mice :: Researchers find two new antibiotics that offer promise in the fight against drug-resistant bacteria.
New colon cancer finding could lead to earlier diagnosis — and better outcomes :: For many years, physicians have puzzled over why people with 'clean' colonoscopies went on to develop colon cancer. New findings from OMRF may help explain why, and the discovery could lead to ways to detect these cancers earlier and more effectively.
New colon cancer finding could lead to earlier diagnosis — and better outcomes :: For many years, physicians have puzzled over why people with 'clean' colonoscopies went on to develop colon cancer. New findings from OMRF may help explain why, and the discovery could lead to ways to detect these cancers earlier and more effectively.
New coral bleaching outbreak in Northern Territory a worrying sign of our warming oceans :: An outbreak of coral bleaching has been reported over the summer in Gang Gurak Barlu National Park on the Cobourg Peninsula, 60km northeast of Darwin, homeland of several clans of the Iwaidja-speaking Aboriginal people of Western Arnhem Land.
New data confirm increased frequency of extreme weather events :: New data confirm increased frequency of extreme weather events, European national science academies urge further action on climate change adaptation. Man-made climate change has been proven to have increased recent extreme rainfall and associated floods; coastal flooding due to sea-level rise; heatwaves in Australia, China, and Europe; and increased risks of wildfires with implications for humans
New data confirm increased frequency of extreme weather events :: New data show that extreme weather events have become more frequent over the past 36 years, with a significant uptick in floods and other hydrological events compared even with five years ago, according to a new publication.
New deep reef ocean zone, the rariphotic, teeming with new fish species :: Diving down below the range of scuba in the Curasub, Smithsonian deep reef explorers discovered a new world where roughly half of the fish had no names. They are calling it the rariphotic.
New design produces true lithium-air battery :: Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago and at Argonne National Laboratory have designed a new lithium-air battery that works in a natural-air environment and still functioned after a record-breaking 750 charge/discharge cycles. Their findings are reported in the journal Nature.
New design produces true lithium-air battery :: Researchers have designed a new lithium-air battery that works in a natural-air environment and still functioned after a record-breaking 750 charge/discharge cycles.
New evidence for plume beneath Yellowstone National Park :: A pair of researchers from the University of Texas has found what they claim is evidence of a plume beneath Yellowstone National Park. In their paper published in the journal Nature Geoscience, Stephen Grand and Peter Nelson further propose that the plume is part of a zone that runs to the park all the way from Mexico.
New findings on antimicrobial drug synergy :: New data could change how future antimicrobial drug combinations are discovered and developed.
New findings on antimicrobial drug synergy :: New data could change how future antimicrobial drug combinations are discovered and developed.
New foundation promotes soft skills for workers in India :: Training workers with soft skills like time and stress management, problem solving, communication and teamwork can have big impacts on the productivity of workers and company profits, says a University of Michigan researcher.
New frog species found in Venezuela and Colombia :: Venezuelan and Colombian scientists have identified a new species of frog in the Perija mountain range shared by both countries that is home to unusual species like this small amphibian.
New frog species found in Venezuela and Colombia :: Venezuelan and Colombian scientists have identified a new species of frog in the Perija mountain range shared by both countries that is home to unusual species like this small amphibian.
New genetic research shows extent of cross-breeding between wild wolves and domestic dogs :: An international study has shown that mating between domesticated dogs and wild wolves over hundreds of years has left a genetic mark on the wolf gene pool.
New genetic research shows extent of cross-breeding between wild wolves and domestic dogs :: An international study led by the University of Lincoln has shown that mating between domesticated dogs and wild wolves over hundreds of years has left a genetic mark on the wolf gene pool.
New innovations in cell-free biotechnology :: A new platform to conduct cell-free protein synthesis could lead to improved quality of manufactured protein therapeutics and biomaterials.
New innovations in cell-free biotechnology :: A Northwestern University-led team has developed a new way to manufacture proteins outside of a cell that could have important implications in therapeutics and biomaterials.
New innovations in cell-free biotechnology :: Professor Michael Jewett's new platform to conduct cell-free protein synthesis could lead to improved quality of manufactured protein therapeutics and biomaterials.
New insights into the late history of Neandertals :: Researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology in Leipzig, Germany, have sequenced the genomes of five Neandertals that lived between 39,000 and 47,000 years ago. These late Neandertals are all more closely related to the Neandertals that contributed DNA to modern human ancestors than an older Neandertal from the Altai Mountains that was previously sequenced. Their genomes a
New interactive map shows climate change everywhere in world :: A geography professor has created a new interactive map that allows students or researchers to compare the climates of places anywhere in the world. The map draws on five decades of public meteorological data recorded from 50,000 international weather stations around the Earth. And it uses prediction models to display which parts of the globe will experience the most or least climate change in the
New interactive map shows climate change everywhere in world :: University of Cincinnati geography professor Tomasz Stepinski created a new interactive map that allows students or researchers to compare the climates of places anywhere in the world. The map draws on five decades of public meteorological data recorded from 50,000 international weather stations around the Earth. And it uses prediction models to display which parts of the globe will experience the
New interactive map shows climate change everywhere in world :: What does Salt Lake City have in common with Tehran?
New life for Portugal's oldest forest ravaged by fires :: Around 3,000 volunteers on Sunday began an ambitious reforestation project in Portugal's oldest forest, ravaged by last year's devastating wild fires.
New linguistic analysis finds Dravidian language family is approximately 4,500 years old :: The origin of the Dravidian language family, consisting of about 80 varieties spoken by 220 million people across southern and central India and surrounding countries, can be dated to about 4,500 years ago. This estimate is based on new linguistic analyses by an international team, including researchers from the Max Planck Institute for the Science of Human History, that used data collected first-
New linguistic analysis finds Dravidian language family is approximately 4,500 years old :: The origin of the Dravidian language family, consisting of about 80 varieties spoken by 220 million people across South Asia, can be dated to about 4,500 years ago, based on new linguistic analyses. An international team used data collected first-hand from native speakers and analyzed these using cutting-edge computational methods. The findings, published in Royal Society Open Science, shed light
New links between genetic abnormality and brain function in Huntington's disease :: While the gene mutation that causes Huntington's disease has been associated with changes in certain types of functional brain connectivity, a new study that examined connectivity across the whole brain has now identified alterations in functional connectivity in additional brain networks and has also shown significant associations between the extent of the degree of gene mutation and measures of
New math bridges holography and twistor theory :: A new perspective bridges two approaches to understanding quantum gravity.
New math bridges holography and twistor theory :: A new perspective bridges two approaches to understanding quantum gravity.
New math bridges holography and twistor theory :: A new perspective bridges two approaches to understanding quantum gravity.
New math bridges holography and twistor theory :: A new perspective bridges two approaches to understanding quantum gravity.
New math bridges holography and twistor theory :: The modern-day theoretical physicist faces a taxing uphill climb. "As we learn more, reality becomes ever more subtle; the absolute becomes relative, the fixed becomes dynamical, the definite is laden with uncertainty," writes physicist Yasha Neiman.
New Mexico regulators OK massive wind farms near Texas :: New Mexico regulators on Wednesday approved a $1.6 billion plan that calls for building two massive wind farms along the Texas-New Mexico border.
New missions aim to make a short list of exo-Earths ::
New missions aim to make a short list of exo-Earths ::
New MS drug could slow symptoms of 'untreatable' form of disease :: Siponimod offers hope for people with secondary progressive MS, in which disabilities get worse over time A new drug for multiple sclerosis could slow the progression of symptoms of a form of the disease for which effective treatments have proved elusive, research suggests. It is thought about 100,000 people in the UK and 2,500,000 people worldwide have MS, a neurological condition that can affec
New 'nanotweezers' open door to innovations in medicine, mobile tech :: It's difficult to conceptualize a world where humans could casually manipulate nanoscale objects at will or even control their own biological matter at a cellular level with light. But that is precisely what mechanical engineers are working toward with their 'nanotweezers' — a new tool for handling nanoparticles using light that could create opportunities for innovations in nanotechnology and ind
New 'nanotweezers' open door to innovations in medicine, mobile tech :: It's difficult to conceptualize a world where humans could casually manipulate nanoscale objects at will or even control their own biological matter at a cellular level with light. But that is precisely what mechanical engineers are working toward with their 'nanotweezers' — a new tool for handling nanoparticles using light that could create opportunities for innovations in nanotechnology and ind
New NASA model finds landslide threats in near real-time during heavy rains :: For the first time, scientists can look at landslide threats anywhere around the world in near real-time, thanks to satellite data and a new model developed by NASA.
New ornithomimosaur from Arkansas described :: Last week, a new species of dinosaur was described in the Journal of Vertebrate Paleontology. The dinosaur, Arkansaurus fridayi, is an ornithomimosaur the Early Cretaceous of Arkansas, and represents the first dinosaur to be described from that state. In fact, it's now be honored as the State Dinosaur of Arkansas. And although the paper itself is not Open Access, the data is Open Access and can be
New ornithomimosaur from Arkansas described :: Last week, a new species of dinosaur was described in the Journal of Vertebrate Paleontology. The dinosaur, Arkansaurus fridayi, is an ornithomimosaur the Early Cretaceous of Arkansas, and represents the first dinosaur to be described from that state. In fact, it's now be honored as the State Dinosaur of Arkansas. And although the paper itself is not Open Access, the data is Open Access and can be