Novel approaches to antiviral drugs and ways to fight viral infections
Viruses from influenza to HIV cause health problems for many people in all different parts of the world. Researchers and doctors are working hard to fight viral infections but the problems they face are challenging because of the speed at which viruses can evolve and the complexity of the problem which is fundamentally different from the way bacterial infections are treated.
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A new opportunity in neuroscience: Brain-to-Brain Interface (BBI)
A concept long relegated to works of science fiction may soon become a reality: technlogy that allows two brains to exchange information.
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Cytoplasmic HuR expression associated with bladder cancer prognosis
A recent study from the University of Nebraska Medical center shows that cytoplasmic Human antigen R (HuR) plays an important role in cell proliferation, progression, and survival of bladder cancer patients. The findings may lead to more effective prognoses and prediction of bladder and other cancer cases.
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New azhdarchid pterosaur discovered in Upper Cretaceous Transylvanian Basin
An exciting new discovery in the Upper Transylvanian Basin of Romania will provide further insight on the morphology, and stratigraphic and geographic distribution of European pterosaurs. The fossil remains identified as Eurazhdarcho langendorfensis comes from the collection of the Transylvanian Museum Society.
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Lancet Neurology: Hypertension Will Accelerate the Brain Ageing
Researchers of U.S. California University at Davis had a research and the result showed hypertension would accelerate the aging of brain. The research participants were 579 middle aged people with average age being 39 in 2009 when they attended the research.
Speciation of Carribean coral Eunicea flexuosa driven by depth, not geography
A new study from Louisiana State University helps explain how marine species carve out ecological niches ecosystems with high diversity. Tracking evolution of closely related species of coral has long been a challenge for evolutionary biologists. Delayed reproducing, long-lived marine species such as corals, sponges, and sea fans have high dispersal capabilities.
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Earlier flowering times of spring blooming plants in eastern U.S. linked to rising temperatures
A joint study by researchers at University of Wisconsin-Madison, Harvard University, and University of Massachusetts shows that flowering times of various plant species correlates closely with rising temperatures.
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Neuroscience of unpleasant sounds: fMRI studies suggest there are some noises that may be unpleasant by nature.
New research in neuroscience reveals insights into what makes a noise ‘Bad’. Researchers at University of New Castle recently published findings that explain what many people already know as innately unpleasant sounds and the reasons for these.
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Predator avoidance response by shark embryos may lead to more effective shark repellants
A new study from the University of Western Australia that could lead to advances in shark repellant shows that the bamboo shark’s electroreception system begins functioning during late stages of embryonic development. The electrosensory system in adult sharks is primarily known as a method for detecting prey.
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Bonobos willing to share food for social networking opportunities
A new study published by researchers at Duke University suggests that bonobos, close relatives of humans, will give up their own food in order to engage in physical interaction with a stranger. Furthermore, the study found that even with no immediate personal benefit, bonobos are willing to help others gain access to food.
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