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Odors Are More Expressible In Malay Hunter-Gatherer Language
English speakers struggle to name odors whereas speakers of Jahai, a Malay hunter-gatherer language, have an elaborate vocabulary for smells, researchers say.
Breastfeeding Linked To Lower Risk Of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Women who had breastfed their children were around half as likely to have rheumatoid arthritis compared to women who had never breastfed, according to researchers.
Study Shows Antidepressant Mechanism Of Ketamine
Japanese researchers have discovered the mechanism of how ketamine acts as an antidepressant: by boosting "feel-good" hormones in the brain region involved in motivation.
Algae, Aquatic Plants Could Mop Up Radiation In Fukushima
Microalgae and aquatic plants can help to decrease radiopollution in the Fukushima area, according to researchers.
Study Shows That Babies Can Detect Different Languages
Babies understand that people who speak different languages use words differently, according to a study.
Premier Li Awards National Prize To Chinese Scientists
Two Chinese scientists have been presented China's top science award for their outstanding contribution to scientific and technological innovation.
Two Scientists Receive CAS International Cooperation Award
Two scientists from Pakistan and US have received the CAS Award for International Cooperation for their contribution to scientific cooperation between CAS and the rest of the world.
Study Explains Why It Is Harder To Stay Thin As We Age
As we age, and the thermogenic activity of brown fat is reduced, it gets easier to pack on pounds, according to researchers.
Bayer, Peking Uni To Establish Drug Discovery Research Center
Bayer HealthCare and Peking University have signed a partnership to establish a joint research center for drug discovery and development.