Estrogens in cows’ milk are unlikely to pose a threat to adult health
Oestrogens found naturally in cows' milk are likely to be safe for human consumption in adults, according to a new review published in the European...
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Carnegie Mellon power sector carbon index sees double digit growth in solar power
PITTSBURGH--(October 26, 2018) The Power Sector Carbon Index, developed by Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) and Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems (MHPS) tracks the environmental performance of...
Tampering with cellular fats holds great promise
Credit: DTU Today, much of the biology underlying cells' compositions of lipids is a black box to scientists. Even though lipids are a major group...
National Science Foundation awards UC grant to study spider vision
Credit: Jay Yocis/UC Creative Services Nathan Morehouse is preoccupied with color and the way animals observe it. The biology professor at the University of Cincinnati...
WCS experts attending the our ocean conference in Bali, Indonesia (OOC18)
WCS will have marine conservation experts on the ground at OOC18, taking place in Bali, Indonesia on October 29th and 30th, to join with other...
stem cells can differentiate into neurons and may be useful post-stroke therapeutics
Credit: Mary Ann Liebert, Inc., publishers New Rochelle, NY, October 26, 2018-Researchers have performed a careful comparison between locally generated, ischemia-induced, multipotent stem cells (iS..
Fruit fly study challenges theories on evolution and high-carb diets
A single mitochondrial DNA mutation common in animals could play a role in obesity and other health problems associated with a diet high in carbohydrates....
3D ‘organ on a chip’ could accelerate search for new disease treatments
Credit: Roisin Owens Researchers have developed a three-dimensional 'organ on a chip' which enables real-time continuous monitoring of cells, and could be used to develop...
Study: Animal migration requires both movement corridors and food
Credit: US Fish and Wildlife Service An analysis of mule deer migration routes in two areas of Wyoming documents the idea that the animals choose...
First study on climate change impact in Mediterranean
Credit: Photograph courtesy: Sarah St.Arnaud, Tour du Valat, Arles, France As the Mediterranean Basin is experiencing the impact of climate change more than ever, an...
Location of large mystery source of banned ozone depleting substance uncovered
The compound, carbon tetrachloride, contributes to the destruction of the Earth's ozone layer, which protects us from harmful ultraviolet radiation. As a result, the production...
Large cells for tiny leaves
Credit: Peter Huijser In autumn, it is not only the colours that catch the eye, but also the different sizes and shapes of leaves. But...
OU professors to lead global research on bluegreen algae in freshwaters
Credit: University of Oklahoma University of Oklahoma professors, Karl D. Hambright and Lee R. Krumholz, will lead a global research team to study one of...
A black bear playbook: Conservationists predict bear/human conflict hot-spots in new study
Credit: Jon Beckmann/WCS NEW YORK (October 26, 2018) - A new study by WCS, American Museum of Natural History, and other partners uses long term...
‘Navigator’ neurons play critical role in sense of smell
Credit: Yu Lab, Stowers Institute for Medical Research KANSAS CITY, MO - Researchers at the Stowers Institute for Medical Research have identified "navigator" neurons that...
