Depression changes structure of the brain, study suggests

Changes in the brain's structure that could be the result of depression have been identified in…

Sparkling springs aid quest for underground heat energy sources

Studies of naturally carbonated mineral water have given scientists insight on how to locate hot water…

Pharmacology: Probing the pores in membrane vesicles

Ion channels in the membrane vesicles that mediate intracellular protein transport play a crucial role in…

On the path to vitamin A in rice

Biochemists have elucidated the structure of an enzyme that supplies carotenoid, investigators report. The lack of…

New Kingdom Egypt: The goldsmith’s tomb

Archeologists are studying the impact of intercultural contacts in Ancient Egypt. New excavations in Sudan have…

How physical exercise prevents dementia

Physical exercise seems beneficial in the prevention of cognitive impairment and dementia in old age, numerous…

Temperature, solar radiation, wind: Three parameters to predict a vehicle’s cabin air temperature

Parked vehicles can quickly become a life-threatening environment for unattended children or dogs during the summer…

Holographic imaging could be used to detect signs of life in space

Engineers say a method called digital holographic microscopy could be used to detect living microbes in…

Micro- and nanotechnologies for quantitative biology and medicine

Ten new reviews and original research reports that illustrate how the progression of research assays from…

Athletic trainers have a positive economic impact on sports coverage for health systems

The cost-effectiveness of certified outreach athletic trainers (ATC) as a type of physician extender in an…