Technology
New models question old assumptions about how many molecules it takes to control cell division
A single cell -- whether a yeast cell or one of your cells -- is exquisitely sensitive to its surroundings.
Feb 24, 2009
Technology
Cards on the table: Low-cost tool spots software security flaws during development process
A new risk management tool can help software developers identify security vulnerabilities in their programs early in the planning process, effectively solving problems before they exist, simply by having the developers lay their cards on the table.
Feb 24, 2009
Uncategorized
U of Minnesota study finds confidence in food safety plunges in wake of peanut butter contamination
Fewer than one in four consumers now believe the U.S. food supply is safer than it was a year ago, according to new data from the University of Minnesota's Food Industry Center.
Feb 24, 2009
Health
Plasminogen activator inhibitor type-1 -- a potential link between heart failure and diabetes
Researchers at the University of Vermont Cardiovascular Research Institute, Colchester, Vermont have found that increased expression in the heart of plasminogen activator inhibitor type-1 (PAI-1) is profibrotic.
Feb 23, 2009
Health
UT Southwestern researchers identify molecule that helps the sleep-deprived to mentally rebound
Sleep experts know that the mental clarity lost because of a few sleepless nights can often be restored with a good night's rest.
Feb 23, 2009
Health
Researchers solve mystery of deep-sea fish with tubular eyes and transparent head
Deep-sea fish have adapted to their pitch-black environment in a variety of amazing ways.
Feb 23, 2009
Earth & Environment
Ultra-fine coatings on sediment grains influence nitrate and sulfate storage in soil
Tiny sediment grains are covered with a very fine-grained, complex mixture of minerals in an open fabric that results in a large surface area in contact with water between the grains. Scientists at the U.S.
Feb 23, 2009
Health
Scientists identify human monoclonal antibodies effective against bird and seasonal flu viruses
February 22, 2009--Researchers at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (Dana-Farber), Burnham Institute for Medical Research (Burnham) and the Centers for Disease…
Feb 23, 2009
Health
Scientists identify human monoclonal antibodies effective against bird, seasonal flu viruses
Researchers at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (Dana-Farber), Burnham Institute for Medical Research (Burnham) and the Centers for Disease Control and…
Feb 22, 2009
Health
Tiny tool to control growing blood vessels opens new potential in tumor research
Researchers at Uppsala University have developed a new tool that makes it possible to study the signals in the body that control the generation of blood vessels.
Feb 21, 2009
Health
Female genital mutilation among Israel's Negev Bedouins has virtually disappeared
FGM, also known as "female circumcision" or "female cutting," is still practiced in many cultures around the world.
Feb 19, 2009
Health
Female genital mutilation among Israel's Negev Bedouins has virtually disappeared -- BGU study
FGM, also known as "female circumcision" or "female cutting," is still practiced in many cultures around the world.
Feb 19, 2009
Health
Dr. Carver’s Revolutionary Legacy Renewing Global Interest in “Chemurgyâ€
With all the bad news lately about peanuts and salmonella, it’s probably time for somebody to point out that George Washington Carver had nothing to do with it!
Feb 19, 2009
Health
Health reform strategy would insure everyone, improve health and slow spending growth: Report
A comprehensive set of insurance, payment, and system reforms could guarantee affordable health insurance coverage, improve health outcomes, and slow the…
Feb 19, 2009