New virtual approach to science in space

A new approach to scientific exploration has been revealed by researchers, which they call exploration telepresence.

An end to population aging in China, Germany, USA

New measures of aging, combined with UN population projections, show that population aging is likely to…

Predicting cognitive deficits in people with Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson's disease is commonly thought of as a movement disorder, but after years of living with…

Trends in emergency room visits and costs for patients with shingles

A new study suggests that while emergency room visits for shingles has decreased for those vaccinated…

How did bird babysitting co-ops evolve?

It's easy to make up a story to explain an evolved trait; proving that's what happened…

Specific diabetes medications to protect bone health recommended

Type 2 diabetes (T2D) and osteoporosis often coexist in patients, but managing both conditions can be…

New ultrasonic ZIP probe tests zinc thickness even while bathed in 450°C molten metal

New probe technology can conduct safety critical testing inside galvanizing kettles equipment while still holding molten…

Serotonin improves sociability in mouse model of autism

Scientists have linked early serotonin deficiency to several symptoms that occur in autism spectrum disorder (ASD).…

Sleep-wake rhythms vary widely with age as well as amongst individuals of a given age

The sleep rhythms that reflect circadian systems peak later in teenagers than in adults, and vary…

Prior knowledge may influence how adults view van Goghs

Adults rely more on top-down processing than children when observing paintings by van Gogh, according to…