Components of cytoskeleton strengthen effect of sex hormones
Researchers discover that actin acts in the cell nucleus and is partly responsible for the expression of male sexual characteristics.
Early study shows cones in retinal degeneration, thought to be dormant, may retain visual function
New research in mice suggests that ‘dormant’ cone photoreceptors in the degenerating retina are not dormant at all, but continue to function, producing responses to light and driving retinal activity for vision.
Early study shows cones in retinal degeneration, thought to be dormant, may retain visual function
New research in mice suggests that ‘dormant’ cone photoreceptors in the degenerating retina are not dormant at all, but continue to function, producing responses to light and driving retinal activity for vision.
Conserving wildlife can help mitigate climate change
Solving the climate crisis and biodiversity crisis are not separate issues. Animals remove billions of tons of carbon dioxide each year. Restoring species will help limit global warming, new science reveals.
New form of omega-3 could prevent visual decline with Alzheimer’s disease
For the first time, researchers have developed a form of the omega-3 fatty acid docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) that is capable of crossing into the eye’s retina to ward off visual declines related to Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes and other disorders.
SMART warnings could protect communities at risk from flooding
Engaging communities in developing a real-time early warning system could help to reduce the often-devastating impact of flooding on people and property — particularly in mountainous regions where extreme water events are a ‘wicked’ problem, a new stu…
SMART warnings could protect communities at risk from flooding
Engaging communities in developing a real-time early warning system could help to reduce the often-devastating impact of flooding on people and property — particularly in mountainous regions where extreme water events are a ‘wicked’ problem, a new stu…
Phthalate alternative may harm brain development and health
Growing concerns over the potential health effects of exposure to phthalates have led to a search for safer alternatives. Researchers found that the chemical acetyl tributyl citrate (ATBC) might not be the best replacement.
Early morning university classes correlate with poor sleep and academic performance
Sleep scientists’ analyses show associations between early classes, less sleep, poor attendance and reduced grade point average. Studies in secondary and junior college students have shown that later start times can have positive impacts on grades.
Candidate found to inhibit malignant melanoma growth
Cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) are key factors in the tumor microenvironment, which have been implicated in cancer cell progression. It has also been reported that vesicles called exosomes produced by these CAFs play an important role in cancer p…
Candidate found to inhibit malignant melanoma growth
Cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) are key factors in the tumor microenvironment, which have been implicated in cancer cell progression. It has also been reported that vesicles called exosomes produced by these CAFs play an important role in cancer p…
Even Sonoran Desert plants aren’t immune to climate change
In North America’s hottest, driest desert, climate change is causing the decline of plants once thought nearly immortal and replacing them with shorter shrubs that can take advantage of sporadic rainfall and warmer temperatures.
Even Sonoran Desert plants aren’t immune to climate change
In North America’s hottest, driest desert, climate change is causing the decline of plants once thought nearly immortal and replacing them with shorter shrubs that can take advantage of sporadic rainfall and warmer temperatures.
Shedding pounds may benefit your heart — even if some weight is regained
Weight loss was associated with decreased risk factors for cardiovascular disease and Type 2 diabetes for at least five years — even if some weight was regained, according to a review of research on behavioral weight loss programs. People who lost wei…
Turtles and crocodiles with unique characteristics are more likely to go extinct
New study demonstrates that the most endangered turtles and crocodile species are those that have evolved unique life strategies. Many of the most threatened species carry out important ecosystem functions that other species depend on. Habitat loss was…
Turtles and crocodiles with unique characteristics are more likely to go extinct
New study demonstrates that the most endangered turtles and crocodile species are those that have evolved unique life strategies. Many of the most threatened species carry out important ecosystem functions that other species depend on. Habitat loss was…
Social comparisons better than knowledge in climate change mitigation interventions
In interventions designed to encourage more sustainable and climate-smart behavior, examples of what other people are doing and financial ‘carrots’ are more important than providing knowledge and facts. This has been shown in an international second-or…
Social comparisons better than knowledge in climate change mitigation interventions
In interventions designed to encourage more sustainable and climate-smart behavior, examples of what other people are doing and financial ‘carrots’ are more important than providing knowledge and facts. This has been shown in an international second-or…
How to prepare for ocean acidification, a framework
An international research team develops a rubric for governments and policymaking bodies to evaluate preparedness for ocean acidification.
How to prepare for ocean acidification, a framework
An international research team develops a rubric for governments and policymaking bodies to evaluate preparedness for ocean acidification.