Earth & Environment
Greenland ice cores show industrial record of acid rain, success of U.S. Clean Air Act
The rise and fall of acid rain is a global experiment whose results are preserved in the geologic record.
Apr 13, 2014
Health
Indigenous societies' 'first contact' typically brings collapse, but rebounds possible
It was disastrous when Europeans first arrived in what would become Brazil -- 95 percent of its population, the majority of its tribes, and essentially all of its urban and agricultural infrastructure vanished.
Apr 6, 2014
Brain & Behavior
Contrary to expectations, life experiences better use of money than material items
Study shows shoppers might buy material items because of mistaken belief they provide more value Despite knowing that buying life experiences will make them…
Apr 2, 2014
Health
Levels of sodium intake recommended by CDC associated with harmful health outcomes
A new study published in the American Journal of Hypertension finds evidence that the average daily sodium intake of most Americans is actually associated with…
Apr 2, 2014
Health
Newly discovered molecule may offer hope for immune disorders and runaway inflammation
New research published in the Journal of Leukocyte Biology identifies new molecule that can be manipulated to induce apoptosis in dendritic cells A new…
Apr 1, 2014
Health
Brawn matters: Stronger adolescents and teens have less risk of diabetes, heart disease
More muscle health led to better metabolic and heart health for children Adolescents with stronger muscles have a lower risk of heart disease and diabetes, according to a new study that examined the influence of muscle strength in sixth grade boys and girls.
Mar 31, 2014
Brain & Behavior
Neurobiologists find chronic stress in early life causes anxiety, aggression in adulthood
In recent years, behavioral neuroscientists have debated the meaning and significance of a plethora of independently conducted experiments seeking to establish…
Mar 27, 2014
Brain & Behavior
Federal science and engineering obligations to universities, colleges fell 11% in FY 2011
In fiscal year (FY) 2011, federal agencies obligated $31.4 billion to 1,134 academic institutions for science and engineering activities, according to a new report from the National Science Foundation's National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics.
Mar 26, 2014
Brain & Behavior
Black Markets for Hackers Are Increasingly Sophisticated, Specialized and Maturing
Black and gray markets for computer hacking tools, services and byproducts such as stolen credit card numbers continue to expand, creating an increasing threat to businesses, governments and individuals, according to a new RAND Corporation study.
Mar 25, 2014
Life
Neck ribs in woolly mammoths provide clues about their decline and eventual extinction
Researchers recently noticed that the remains of woolly mammoths from the North Sea often possess a 'cervical' (neck) rib—in fact, 10 times more frequently…
Mar 25, 2014
Health
Use of mood-stabilizing drug linked with reduced risk of developing head and neck cancer
A new study indicates that a commonly used mood stabilizing drug may help prevent head and neck cancer.
Mar 24, 2014
Health
Researchers discover underlying genetics, marker for stroke, cardiovascular disease
Scientists studying the genomes of nearly 5,000 people have pinpointed a genetic variant tied to an increased risk for stroke, and have also uncovered new details about an important metabolic pathway that plays a major role in several common diseases.
Mar 21, 2014
Health
Physical activity, occasional drinking associated with decrease in vision impairment
Study shows modifiable lifestyle behaviors may alter the odds of developing sight loss not correctable with glasses or contact lenses A physically active…
Mar 19, 2014
Space
Antarctic telescope may have provided the first direct evidence of origins of the universe
Uniquely cold and dry conditions of the atmosphere over Antarctica's polar plateau made the observations possible Researchers with the National Science…
Mar 18, 2014