Health
Thalassophilia unmasked
There is no gene for thalassophilia—yet, anyway. My satirical post last week about scientists finding a gene for love of the sea was intended to make a point…
Mar 14, 2011
Technology
Berkeley Lab scientists achieve breakthrough in nanocomposite for high-capacity hydrogen storage
Since the 1970s, hydrogen has been touted as a promising alternative to fossil fuels due to its clean combustion -- unlike hydrocarbon-based fuels, which spew greenhouse gases and harmful pollutants, hydrogen's only combustion by-product is water.
Mar 13, 2011
Health
Mouse nose nerve cells mature after birth, allowing bonding, recognition with mother
PHILADELPHIA - For rodent pups, bonding with mom isn't hard-wired in the womb. It develops over the first few weeks of life, which is achieved by their…
Mar 11, 2011
Health
Getting organized: Berkeley Lab study shows how breast cell communities organize into breast tissue
In biology, the key to a healthy life is organization. Cells that properly organize themselves into communities live long and prosper, whereas disorganized cells can become cancerous.
Mar 11, 2011
Health
U of A researcher questions whether genius might be a result of hormonal influences
A longstanding debate as to whether genius is a byproduct of good genes or good environment has an upstart challenger that may take the discussion in an entirely new direction.
Mar 11, 2011
Health
Mount Sinai researcher finds unexpected temperature sensation for a light detector
New research from Mount Sinai School of Medicine has discovered that rhodopsin, a pigment of the retina that is responsible for the first events in the perception of light, may also be involved in temperature sensation.
Mar 11, 2011
Health
Method reveals new view of human nerve cells, opening door to potential drug targets
LA JOLLA, CA -- March 10, 2011 -- Scientists at The Scripps Research Institute and University of Pennsylvania have found a way to uncover potential drug targets that have so far remained hidden from researchers' view.
Mar 11, 2011
Health
Contrary to popular belief, not all cases of chronic pancreatitis are alcohol-induced
The relative rate of alcohol-related chronic pancreatitis (CP) is lower when compared to other causes, according to a new study in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, the official journal of the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) Institute.
Mar 11, 2011
Health
70 percent of prostate cancer patients on ADT gain significant weight in first year
Seventy per cent of men who received androgen-deprivation therapy (ADT) after surgery to remove their prostate gland gained significant weight in the first…
Mar 11, 2011
Health
CWRU researcher sends message to postmenopausal women: 'Increase yearly dental checkups'
Postmenopausal women have a new health message to hear. Two annual dental checkups aren't enough.
Mar 10, 2011
Health
Erectile dysfunction drug improves exercise tolerance in young people with congenital heart disease
Sildenafil, a drug used to treat erectile dysfunction and pulmonary hypertension, has another possible use -- helping children and young adults with congenital heart disease to better tolerate exercise.
Mar 10, 2011
Health
Referral to high-volume hospitals for operations fails to improve outcomes statewide
Referring patients to hospitals that have the largest volume of surgical procedures does not necessarily lead to improved outcomes for the overall population…
Mar 10, 2011
Health
Study finds usage of, recommendations for supplements common within various physician specialties
WASHINGTON, D.C., March 10, 2011 -- For physicians within several medical specialties, including dermatology, cardiology and orthopedics, personal usage of and…
Mar 10, 2011
Health
Brain cell regrowth linked to benefits of exercise, sexual behaviors and reproductive issues
Tampa, Fla. (Mar. 10, 2011) -- Two studies published by an interdisciplinary team of Hong Kong researchers in the current special issue of Cell Transplantation…
Mar 10, 2011