Biology
Genome published of the small hive beetle, a major honey bee parasite
One of only seven beetle genomes publishedCredit: Agricultural Research Service-USDA BELTSVILLE, MARYLAND, December 20, 2018--Beekeepers and researchers will welcome the...
Researchers study epigenetic reprogramming in HIV-associated heart disease
A team from GW is investigating the causes of cardiovascular disease in HIV-infected patients WASHINGTON (Dec. 20, 2018) -- Atherosclerosis...
Newborn insects trapped in amber show first evidence of how to crack an egg
Amber preserving newborns, egg shells, and egg bursters shows that the hatching mechanism of green lacewings was established at least...
Spectacular flying reptiles soared over Britain's tropical Jurassic past
Credit: Mark Witton Spectacular flying reptiles armed with long teeth and claws which once dominated the skies have been rediscovered,...
Better understanding of dog body language could make interactions safer
A better understanding of the way dogs communicate distress could be the first step in reducing the risk of dog...
Molecule discovery holds promise for gene therapies for psoriasis
Scientists at the University of Birmingham have discovered a protein that could hold the key to novel gene therapies for...
Parkinson's disease protein buys time for cell repair
Australian researchers have discovered how a protein linked to Parkinson's disease may protect cells such as neurons in the brainCredit:...
Chemical synthesis breakthrough holds promise for future antibiotics
University of Colorado Boulder chemistry researchers have developed a novel way to synthesize and optimize a naturally-occurring antibiotic compound that...
URI researchers: Small changes in oxygen levels have big implications for ocean life
Credit: Photo by Dawn Outram KINGSTON, R.I. - December 19, 2018 - Oceanographers at the University of Rhode Island have...
Snowed in: Wolves stay put when it's snowing, study shows
University of Alberta biologists examine the impact of snowfall events on wolves in northeastern Alberta Wolves travel shorter distances and...
Better security achieved with randomly generating biological encryption keys
Credit: Jennifer M. McCann / Penn State MRI Data breaches, hacked systems and hostage malware are frequently topics of evening...
Study finds dinosaurs battled overheating with nasal air-conditioning
Researchers used 3D computer modeling to simulate heat exchange in dinosaursCredit: Jason Bourke, Ph.D., NYITCOM at A-State JONESBORO, AR; December...
Climate change affects breeding birds
Seed-eaters particularly vulnerable to temperature shiftsCredit: Jessica Tir PULLMAN, Wash. - The breeding seasons of wild house finches are shifting...
Can pyruvate improve cardiac function following surgery?
The American Heart Association funds study at Children's National to analyze how a forgotten compound may improve metabolic function among...
Major international project aims to identify causes of dementia
European scientists have launched a research programme, which aims to identify common causes of dementia in Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease...
New composite advances lignin as a renewable 3D printing material
Credit: Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Scientists at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory have created a recipe for...
UCLA's Zipursky, Harvard's Sanes win 19th Perl-UNC Neuroscience Prize
Past winners include six scientists who went on to win the Nobel PrizeCredit: UNC CHAPEL HILL, NC - The UNC...
Bacterial protein could help find materials for your next smartphone
Credit: Penn State A newly discovered protein could help detect, target, and collect from the environment the rare-earth metals used...
Potential therapeutic target for lung fibrosis identified
Medical University of South Carolina researchers have identified a promising therapeutic target for lung fibrosis; in lung fibrosis, lung tissue...
Lower oxygen levels to impact the oceanic food chain
Credit: Stephani Gordon, Open Boat Films ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (December 19, 2018)- Tiny fish known to survive where most marine...
