Citizen scientists discover pinhead-sized beetle in Borneo

No more than 10 curious non-professionals with a passion for nature is all it takes to…

Hurricane Katrina’s aftermath included spike in heart disease hospitalizations

Hospitalizations for cardiovascular disease rose precipitously in Orleans and Jefferson parishes after Hurricane Katrina. The increase…

Crossbreeding threatens conservation of endangered milky storks

A team of researchers has discovered that the conservation of milky storks, an endangered wading bird…

Treatment for obesity and fatty liver disease may be in reach

Researchers have discovered 27 new molecules. These molecules all activate a special protein called PPAR-delta and…

Computational algorithm to reduce electromagnetic noise in electronic circuits developed

Two researchers have developed an algorithm for numerical calculation of EM noise (interference) in electric circuits.…

Scientists shed light on processes behind age-related decline in brain structures

Aging can cause damage to support cells in the white matter, which in turn may lead…

When the structure of tunneling nanotubes (TNTs) challenges the very concept of cell

Cells in our bodies have the ability to speak with one another much like humans do.…

Ancient asteroid impacts played a role in creation of Earth’s future continents

The heavy bombardment of terrestrial planets by asteroids from space has contributed to the formation of…

Sleep apnea creates gaps in life memories

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is estimated to affect over 936 million people worldwide, and people with…

Environmentally stable laser emits exceptionally pure light

Researchers have developed a compact laser that emits light with extreme spectral purity that doesn't change…