Cooling system works without electricity

Scientists cooled water without electricity by sending excess heat where it won't be noticed -- space.…

New, ultra-rare gene mutations implicated in eating disorders

A combination of whole exome sequencing, machine learning, and network analysis, has identified new, ultra-rare gene…

Eating meat linked to higher risk of diabetes

Higher intake of red meat and poultry is associated with significantly increased risk of developing diabetes,…

Could switchgrass help China’s air quality?

Researchers have proposed an idea that could improve China's air quality, but they're not atmospheric scientists.…

Test of cervical mucus may reveal pregnant women’s risk of going into labor too early

A new approach to evaluating the risk of preterm birth has been proposed by analyzing the…

More durable, less expensive fuel cells

A new technology has been created that could make fuel cells cheaper and more durable. Hydrogen-powered fuel…

Nanoparticles limit damage in spinal cord injury

After a spinal cord injury, significant secondary nerve damage is caused by inflammation and internal scarring…

Oregon’s marijuana legalization prompted big drop in sales in Washington’s border counties

Three days after recreational marijuana sales became legal in Oregon, sales across the border in Washington,…

Boosting a lipid fuel makes mice less sensitive to the cold

Humans, like other animals, become more sensitive to cold with age. Now, scientists report that delivering…

Unique study tests fundamental laws of physics

A study that will ‘test our understanding of how the Universe works, particularly outside the relatively…