New Theory of the Universe Marries Two of its Biggest Mysteries
Jan 22, 2007 |
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Physicists have devised a theory that unifies two widely studied mysteries of the universe: why there is an imbalance between regular matter and anti-matter (scientists expect to see equal amounts of each, but observe less ...
Scientists map air pollution using corn grown in US fields
Space & Earth / Earth Sciences
Jan 22, 2007 |
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Scientists at UC Irvine have mapped fossil fuel air pollution in the United States by analyzing corn collected from nearly 70 locations nationwide.
Sandia develops next generation of screening devices
Jan 22, 2007 |
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It might not be science fiction much longer. Researchers at Sandia National Laboratories are developing the next generation of screening devices that will identify hazardous and toxic materials even if concealed ...
Americans’ support for a female president is significantly exaggerated, researchers say
Jan 22, 2007 |
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Polls consistently show that about nine of 10 Americans say they would vote for a qualified female presidential candidate. But new research indicates a significant percentage of survey respondents are hiding their true feelings ...
Evidence of Ancient Galactic Collision Found, Confirmed
Jan 22, 2007 |
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Astronomers surveying the nearby Andromeda galaxy have discovered an association of stars in its outskirts, which they believe to be part of a separate galaxy that merged with Andromeda about 700 million years ...
Nano world off the radar for most
Nanotechnology / Bio & Medicine
Jan 22, 2007 |
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Sunscreens contain nano particles, carbon and titania nanotubes show promise and nano structures are the rage in engineering schools. While the proliferation of nano research may signal a mini revolution, outside the realms ...
Aerosol pollution slows down winds and reduces rainfall
Space & Earth / Earth Sciences
Jan 22, 2007 |
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The winds that blow near the surface of the Earth have two beneficial effects: They provide a renewable source of clean energy and they evaporate water, helping rain clouds to build up. But aerosolized particles created from ...
Nanoscale 'Egg' Kills Tumor Cells with Platinum
Nanotechnology / Bio & Medicine
Jan 22, 2007 |
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Researchers at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology have developed a nanoscale “egg” that could safely deliver platinum, a known anticancer agent, to tumor cells. Tests with this nanoscale egg, which has a hard ...
Researchers: Microwave oven can sterilize sponges, scrub pads
Jan 22, 2007 |
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Microwave ovens may be good for more than just zapping the leftovers; they may also help protect your family.
Human circadian clocks couple to local sun time
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Jan 22, 2007 |
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By assessing the daily activity patterns of thousands of individuals living in different geographical locations, researchers have found evidence that the human circadian clock becomes coupled to so-called local sun time despite ...
Scientists document the development of cancer stem cells
Jan 22, 2007 |
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Xi He, M.D., Research Specialist II, and Linheng Li, Ph.D., Associate Investigator, are the first and last authors, respectively, on a new publication that clarifies how normal stem cells become cancer stem cells and how ...
Iowa State corn/soy plastics to be made into hog feeders
Jan 22, 2007 |
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Richard Larock sorted through a pile of neatly labeled baggies filled with the plastics he makes from corn, soybean and other bio-based oils.
Common blood pressure drug treats muscular dystrophy in mice
Jan 22, 2007 |
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Researchers at Johns Hopkins have shown that a drug commonly used to lower blood pressure reverses muscle wasting in genetically engineered mice with Marfan syndrome and also prevents muscle degeneration in mice with Duchenne ...
Cells passed from mother to child during pregnancy live on and make insulin
Jan 22, 2007 |
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It has been known for some years that mother and baby exchange stem cells in the course of pregnancy, and that these may live on for many years, apparently tolerated by the new host. The phenomenon is known as microchimerism, ...
Study reveals new activation mechanism for pain sensing channel
Jan 22, 2007 |
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A group of scientists at the Scripps Research Institute has identified a mechanism that enables certain compounds to activate a pain sensing protein. The findings could lead to the development of potential new therapies for ...
