Rice becomes less nutritious as CO2 levels rise

Increased carbon dioxide in the atmosphere will reduce the nutritional value of rice, according to an…

‘Virtual safe space’ to help bumblebees

The many threats facing bumblebees can be tested using a 'virtual safe space.'

Researchers offer insights into liver disease caused by intravenous nutrition

Medical researchers shed light on the underlying cause of intestinal failure-associated liver disease and suggests new…

Cheap, small carbon nanotubes

Carbon nanotubes are supermaterials that can be stronger than steel and more conductive than copper, but…

Shining a light on toxic chemicals curbs industrial use

A team of researchers wondered whether federal regulators can persuade companies to abandon toxic chemicals by…

A promising target in the quest for a 1-million-year-old Antarctic ice core

The oldest ice core so far provides 800,000 years of our planet's climate history. A field…

Antioxidant-enriched vitamin reduces respiratory illnesses in patients with cystic fibrosis

Researchers have found that taking a specially formulated antioxidant-enriched multivitamin may decrease respiratory illnesses in people…

To manage weight, it may matter when protein supplements are consumed

People looking to manage their weight with strength-training and protein supplements should consume their supplements during…

Electron tomography technique leads to 3-D reconstructions at the nanoscale

Scientists recently found a way to harness the power of TEM to measure the structure of…

Cheeseburger or salad? How music volume impacts your decision

Ambient music played in restaurants plays a major role in whether you order a healthy or…