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Gene found for chronic inflammation, aging and cancer
Researchers at NYU School of Medicine have identified a single gene that simultaneously controls inflammation, accelerated aging and cancer.
May 24, 2012
Seagrasses can store as much carbon as forests
Researchers find that the global carbon pool in Seagrasses is as much as 19.9 billion metric tons and as much as found in forests.
May 23, 2012
Brain map locates landmarks for memory, vision, language, arousal
A new brain map provides a clearer picture of how different areas of the brain are physically connected and how these connections relate to basic functions.
May 23, 2012
Harvard team finds new drug resistant superbugs
Harvard studies found antibiotic-resistant superbugs, have become household words. Antibiotic resistance threatens health and lives.
May 22, 2012
Modern dog breeds unlike ancient ancestors
Modern dog breeds have little in common genetically with their ancient ancestors, according to a new study.
May 22, 2012
Jill Tarter to step down as SETI director
After 35 years of searching the skies for signs of alien life, astronomer Jill Tarter - inspiration for Jodie Foster's character in "Contact" - is stepping down
May 22, 2012
Toxic mercury springs from a hidden source
Environmental scientists at Harvard have discovered that the Arctic accumulation of toxic mercury is caused by both atmospheric forces and the flow of circumpolar rivers.
May 21, 2012
Ancient turtle the size of a small car
Picture an ancient turtle the size of a Smart car, with a shell large enough to be a kiddie pool. Scientists have found the fossilized remains of just such a specimen.
May 21, 2012
First steps: Building a model on how cells grow
A collaboration of biologists addresses an important fundamental question in basic cell biology: What is the first steps living cells figure out when and where to grow?
May 18, 2012
Teaching creativity to children from a galaxy away
Encouraging "expansive thinking" opens children to creative possibilities, says a TAU researcher who encourages teaching creativity.
May 17, 2012
