Engineers produce water-saving crop irrigation sensor

Developed by engineers — environmental, mechanical, and chemical — new sensors expected to save nearly 35%…

Viruses as modulators of interactions in marine ecosystems

Viruses are mainly known as pathogens – often causing death. However, scientists are now showing how…

As we age, oral health plays increasing role in overall health

Oral health is a critical component to overall health for all ages, but according to dental…

How neural circuits drive hungry individuals to peak performance

Success is no accident: To reach your goal you need perseverance. But where does the motivation…

Trial finds high-dose radiation effective for men whose prostate cancer has spread

A randomized clinical trial of targeted, high-dose radiation for men with oligometastatic prostate cancer has shown…

Test for life-threatening nutrient deficit is made from bacteria entrails

A pocket-sized zinc deficiency test could be taken to remote regions where masses are malnourished –…

Do children's brains really get thinner?

The brains of young children get thinner as they grow. At least that’s what scientists used…

Positive relationships boost self-esteem, and vice versa

Does having close friends boost your self-esteem, or does having high self-esteem influence the quality of…

Researchers discover new, treatable pathway known to cause hypertension in obese people

There’s no question that as body weight increases, so too does blood pressure. Now, in a…

New genes identified in hearing loss, providing treatment hope

A new study has identified 44 genes linked to age-related hearing loss giving a much clearer…