Biological membranes, such as those surrounding animal cells, are made up of lipids and proteins. Because…
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Natural Caesarean section is safe, popular and feasible and is not encouraging maternal requests for C-section births
'Natural Caesarean Section' -- in which women enjoy enhanced contact and bonding with their baby just…
Cell phone use and distracted driving begins in the mind
Even simple cell phone conversations can cause distracted driving. Researchers have found listening on the phone…
Midpelvic forceps, vacuum deliveries: Higher rates of trauma for mothers and babies
Compared with Cesarean deliveries, midpelvic forceps and midpelvic vacuum deliveries lead to higher rates of maternal…
New hyper-local air pollution map unveiled
Engineering researchers have developed the most detailed and extensive local map of air pollution ever produced…
Study estimates amount of water needed to carve Martian valleys
A new study calculates the amount of water needed to carve the ancient network of valleys…
Sleep duration impacts treatment response for depressed patients with insomnia
Preliminary results from a new study show that depressed patients with insomnia who sleep seven or…
Sleep regularity is important for the happiness and well-being of college students
Keeping a regular sleep pattern contributes to the happiness and well-being of college students.
Mild-to-moderate obstructive sleep apnea is associated with hypertension, diabetes
Preliminary data from two studies suggest that mild-to-moderate obstructive sleep apnea is associated with an increased…
Sleep extension improves response time, reduces fatigue in professional baseball players
Preliminary results from a new study suggest that short-term sleep extension improves response time and daytime…