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Shorter Working Hours Do Not Guarantee Happier Workers
A reduction in working hours does not necessarily mean happier employees, according to a study of Korean workers.
300 Tons Of Radioactive Water Leak From TEPCO’s Fukushima Plant
Japan's nuclear regulators have raised the severity level of a radioactive water leak at the Fukushima plant from one to three on an international scale.
Genetic Link Between Alcohol Dependence And Eating Disorders
A study of almost 6,000 adult twins in Australia has found a genetic link between alcohol dependence and certain types of eating disorders.
Increased Eczema Risk For Cleaners
Researchers in New Zealand have found that eczema incidence among cleaners is nearly twice that of people not exposed to cleaning agents.
Exome Study Uncovers New Epilepsy Genes
Researchers have identified new genetic mutations that cause epilepsy, paving the way for better treatments of severe forms of epilepsy.
Teleportation Just Got Easier – But Not For You, Unfortunately
The chance of successful teleportation has considerably increased, but only for photons - Ben Buchler explains why.
Your Eyes May Hold Clues To Stroke Risk
Photographing the retina may help detect which high blood pressure patients are more likely to have a stroke, according to a new study.
Spacecraft Can Now Use Pulsars To Navigate Their Way To Alpha Centauri
Scientists have devised a way for spacecraft to navigate themselves by using the small stars called pulsars.
Gene Involved In Cancer Affects Sperm’s Swimming Ability
A gene known to affect hormone action in breast and prostate cancer cells has been shown to have an impact on male fertility.
