IN THE LAB
Cut Calories To Prevent Deadly Blood Vessel Bursts
Calorie intake could be an effective, yet simple way for the early prevention of abdominal aortic aneurysms.
The Chemistry Of Stellar Cocoons
Astronomers have discovered the first ‘hot molecular core,’ a cocoon of molecules that surrounds newborn stars, in a galaxy other than our own.
The Force Awakens? Physicists Succeed At ‘Stopping’ Light
Like when Kylo Ren used the Force to stop a laser blast mid-air, Australian physicists have successfully trapped light in an experiment.
Low-Protein, High-Carb Diet Boosts ‘Longevity’ Hormone
Paleo or pale-no? Contrary to popular belief, scientists have found that low-protein and high-carb diets help stimulate a hormone with life-extending and obesity-fighting benefits.
Nanofibers Make Sanitary Pads And Diapers Safer And Greener
Nanofibers that are more absorbent and better for the environment could one day replace the current material being used in sanitary pads and diapers.
Shhh! Traffic Noise Messes Up Owl Hunts
Traffic noise reduces the hunting efficiency of 'acoustic predators' like owls by up to 89 percent.
As Climate Change Heats Up, Male Crustaceans Get Sexier
A common marine crustacean has shown researchers that it’s all set to beat climate change: the males will get sexier to the females, with a resulting population boom.
Faulty BIN1 Leads To Alzheimer’s Plaques
Disrupted intracellular transport is a key mechanism involved in the onset of Alzheimer’s disease, researchers say.
When Budgies Play Chicken
To avoid mid-air collisions, budgies always veer right, a tactic that could inform the design of autonomous flying drones.
