Experimental technique analyzes functioning of human sperm before being inseminated

A new study has succeeded in observing the fertilization capacity of the sperm cell before its…

Fish prefer to swim with sporty shoalmates

Just like humans, many fish like to surround themselves with active companions -- but frisky friends…

Provider consolidation can lead to higher physician prices, research shows

A new study examined the impact on physician prices when two IDSs acquired three multispecialty clinic…

Popular heartburn drugs linked to higher early death risk

Millions of U.S. residents take proton pump inhibitors which are widely prescribed to treat heartburn, ulcers…

Restoration efforts bolster population of endangered piping plovers

High water on Lake Ontario, urbanization of the New Jersey shore and a growing predator population…

Tracking humans in 3d with off-the-shelf webcams

Whether it’s for computer games, motion analysis in sports, or even medical examinations, many applications require…

Daily movement program has positive impact on children’s learning

Following a daily movement program can improve children’s physical development levels and has the potential to…

A boost for permanent magnets: Scientists analyze structure and behaviour on atomic level

Scientists have explored on an atomic level how changes in iron content influence the micro-structure of…

Skin plays significant role in spread of leishmaniasis

Parasites responsible for leishmaniasis -- a globally occurring neglected tropical disease spread by sand flies --…

Bacteria collaborate to propel the ocean ‘engine’

Essential microbiological interactions that keep our oceans stable have been fully revealed for the first time,…