Origins of autism: Abnormalities in sensory processing at six months

The origins of autism remain mysterious. What areas of the brain are involved, and when do…

Slow walking pace is good predictor of heart-related deaths

Study suggests that middle-aged people who report that they are slow walkers could be at higher…

Analysis identifies where commercial customers might benefit from energy storage

Commercial electricity customers who are subject to high demand charges may be able to reduce overall…

High-tech electronics made from autumn leaves

Northern China's roadsides are peppered with deciduous phoenix trees, producing an abundance of fallen leaves in…

Tears in tiny bone cells called osteocytes appear an important step to better bones

The force gravity and physical activity put on our bones causes tiny tears in the membranes…

Obese people lack cells with satiety hormones

Individuals with severe overweight have an inhibited sense of satiation -- they release fewer satiety hormones…

Magnetic stimulation of the brain improved awareness of subject’s own cognitive abilities

Researchers have succeeded for the first time ever in affecting metacognition of a tactile working memory…

Research in ancient forests show link between climate change and wildfires

Portland State researchers studying centuries-old trees in South America have found a tight correlation between wildfires…

Scientists say warming makes storms, like Harvey, wetter

WASHINGTON (AP) -- By the time the rain stops, Harvey will have dumped about 1 million…

Scientists say warming makes storms, like Harvey, wetter

WASHINGTON (AP) -- By the time the rain stops, Harvey will have dumped about 1 million…