Skin cancer risk in athletes: The dangers of ultraviolet radiation

The dangers of ultraviolet radiation exposure, which most often comes from the sun, are well-known. Researchers…

Creation of new brain cells plays an underappreciated role in Alzheimer's disease

Researchers show how in genetic forms of Alzheimer’s, a process called neurogenesis, or the creation of…

Making waves in water desalination

Researchers are developing new methods of deionizing saltwater. Click here for original story, Making…

Scientists uncover key new molecules that could help to tackle tooth loss and regeneration

New research published in the Journal of Dental Research has shed light on the science behind…

Deep snow cover in the Arctic region intensifies heat waves in Eurasia

Variations in the depth of snow cover in the Arctic region from late winter to spring…

Air pollution under clear skies reduces sunlight reaching the Earth's surface

Scientists have found that air pollution absorbs and disperses sunlight and thereby reduces the amount that…

Scientist identifies cone snail's strike as one of the quickest in the animal kingdom

With the use of ultra-high-speed videography, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Associate Professor Emanuel Azizi and colleagues…

Research team aims to reduce cost of drug development using 3-D-printed living tissues

Thomas E. Angelini, Ph.D., Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at the…

PIA23400: Cerberus Fossae

           Target: Mars Mission:  2001 Mars Odyssey Instrument:  THEMIS Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU Click here…

Illinois engineer continues to make waves in water desalination

For the past several years, University of Illinois researcher Kyle Smith has proven his growing expertise…