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For Next President, An Array Of Science Challenges
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 13:09:00 -0400
According to a report issued by the Center for the Study of the President, the incoming president will need to confront a host of policy issues related to science and technology — including climate change, food and water scarcity, energy shortages and weapons of mass destruction.
Newly Discovered Ecosystem Of One Bacterium
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 12:49:00 -0400
Deep in a South African gold mine, three kilometers below the Earth's surface, scientists have discovered a tiny ecosystem in which there is only one organism.
Climate Change And Species Movement
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 12:43:00 -0400
As the world's climate changes, many species are being forced out of their old habitats. While some species are able to migrate to cooler territory, those in the tropics may have no where else to go.
In Yosemite, Scientists Find Species Movin' On Up
Thu, 09 Oct 2008 16:00:00 -0400
Scientists have retraced the century-old steps of legendary naturalist Joseph Grinnell through Yosemite National Park. They found that most species have moved to higher, cooler elevations. Their study is published in this week's issue of the journal Science.
Think You Can Be Top Gun?
Thu, 09 Oct 2008 06:44:00 -0400
To improve aircraft operator performance, the military have invested a good deal of money into neuroscience and behavioral research. The models and simulations can tell them a lot about human weaknesses in multitasking and how to use technology to improve.
Glowing Gene's Discoverer Left Out Of Nobel Prize
Thu, 09 Oct 2008 08:39:00 -0400
The Nobel Prize in chemistry was awarded this week to three scientists working in the United States with a jellyfish protein that glows in the dark. But the scientist who isolated the gene for that protein, and gave it to the eventual Nobel winners, is no longer working in the field. He now drives a shuttle bus for an auto dealership.

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Cold medicines for kids: What's the risk?
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 05:00:00 -0000
Cough and cold medicines aren't recommended for children. A Mayo Clinic specialist explains why. Sponsored by:Chemotherapy.com - http://www.chemotherapy.com
Alzheimer's: Getting the most from medical appointments
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 05:00:00 -0000
Alzheimer's disease means lots of medical appointments. Make each visit count. Sponsored by:Chemotherapy.com - http://www.chemotherapy.com
Common cold in babies
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 05:00:00 -0000
Common cold in babies — Comprehensive overview covers treatment, when to see the doctor. Sponsored by:Chemotherapy.com - http://www.chemotherapy.com
Cold medicines for kids: What's the risk?
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 05:00:00 -0000
Cough and cold medicines aren't recommended for children. A Mayo Clinic specialist explains why. Sponsored by:Chemotherapy.com - http://www.chemotherapy.com
Gamma-knife radiosurgery
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 05:00:00 -0000
Gamma-knife radiosurgery — Overview covers definition, risk, results of this procedure to treat brain abnormalities. Sponsored by:Chemotherapy.com - http://www.chemotherapy.com
Buying beef? A guide to choosing the leanest cuts
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 05:00:00 -0000
Government food-labeling laws determine which cuts of beef can be called "lean." Sponsored by:Chemotherapy.com - http://www.chemotherapy.com

Harvard Medicine

Harvard To Create Hansjörg Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering
Tue, 07 Oct 2008 12:15:14 -0400
Engineer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Hansjörg Wyss MBA ’65 has given Harvard University $125 million to create the Hansjörg Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering.
Cross kingdom conflicts on a beetle’s back
Tue, 07 Oct 2008 12:12:59 -0400
Black pine beetles, responsible for widespread forest destruction, carry on their backs battling species of fungi, plus a powerful antibiotic molecule that can destroy pathogenic fungi—something that no current medications have achieved, finds professor Jon Clardy and colleagues. These findings suggest a potential new source of pharmaceuticals for that purpose. In addition, this study shows how the symbiotic relationships between plants, animals, and microbes are essential for the diversification of life and evolution of organisms. Additional topics at Infectious disease, More disease-related research information at Consumer information.
Rare Genetic Disorder Gives Clues to Autism, Epilepsy, Mental Retardation
Fri, 03 Oct 2008 07:18:04 -0400
Research into a rare genetic disorder called tuberous sclerosis complex supports recent thinking that autism, epilepsy, and mental retardation may stem from structural abnormalities in neurons that lead to excess brain connections. Additional topics at Children's health More disease-related research information at Consumer information

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