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Sunday, March 10, 2013

ScienceDaily: Most Popular News

ScienceDaily: Most Popular News


How the daffodil got its trumpet

Posted: 09 Mar 2013 01:02 PM PST

The daffodil is one of the few plants with a 'corona', a crown-like structure also referred to as the 'trumpet'. New research suggests that the corona is not an extension of the petals as previously thought, but is a distinct organ sharing more genetic identity with stamens, the pollen-producing reproductive organs.

Researchers develop AFM-IR for nanometer scale chemical identification

Posted: 08 Mar 2013 03:38 PM PST

Researchers report that they have measured the chemical properties of polymer nanostructures as small as 15 nm, using a novel technique called atomic force microscope infrared spectroscopy.

More rapid test for Group B strep successful

Posted: 08 Mar 2013 03:38 PM PST

A more rapid laboratory test for pregnant women to detect potentially deadly Group B strep (GBS) has been successful at identifying GBS colonization in six and a half hours, according to new results.

Why a hereditary anemia is caused by genetic mutation in mechanically sensitive ion channel

Posted: 08 Mar 2013 03:38 PM PST

A genetic mutation that alters the kinetics of an ion channel in red blood cells has been identified as the cause behind a hereditary anemia, according to a new article.

Quantum refrigerator offers extreme cooling and convenience

Posted: 08 Mar 2013 03:38 PM PST

Researchers have demonstrated a solid-state refrigerator that uses quantum physics in micro- and nanostructures to cool a much larger object to extremely low temperatures. What's more, the prototype refrigerator, which measures a few inches in outer dimensions, enables researchers to place any suitable object in the cooling zone and later remove and replace it, similar to an all-purpose kitchen refrigerator.

Biological tooth replacement is a step closer

Posted: 08 Mar 2013 03:38 PM PST

Scientists have developed a new method of replacing missing teeth with a bioengineered material generated from a person's own gum cells. Current implant-based methods of whole tooth replacement fail to reproduce a natural root structure and, as a consequence of the friction from eating and other jaw movement, loss of jaw bone can occur around the implant.

Appetite suppression pills: Good or bad?

Posted: 08 Mar 2013 03:37 PM PST

There are endless opportunities to spend a small fortune on a box of pills promising to ease hunger and help lose weight – but they may not be as safe as natural ways to reduce hunger.

Scientists identify buphenyl as a possible drug for Alzheimer's disease

Posted: 08 Mar 2013 03:37 PM PST

Studies in mice with Alzheimer's disease (AD) have shown that sodium phenylbutyrate, known as Buphenyl, successfully increases factors for neuronal growth and protects learning and memory, according to neurological researchers.

ScienceDaily: Living Well News

ScienceDaily: Living Well News


Appetite suppression pills: Good or bad?

Posted: 08 Mar 2013 03:37 PM PST

There are endless opportunities to spend a small fortune on a box of pills promising to ease hunger and help lose weight – but they may not be as safe as natural ways to reduce hunger.

Secondhand smoke exposure linked to signs of heart disease: Exposure to tobacco smoke may be more dangerous than previously thought

Posted: 07 Mar 2013 09:39 AM PST

Nonsmokers, beware. It seems the more you are exposed to secondhand tobacco smoke -- whether it was during your childhood or as an adult, at work or at home -- the more likely you are to develop early signs of heart disease.

Money talks when it comes to losing weight

Posted: 07 Mar 2013 09:29 AM PST

Weight loss study participants who received financial incentives were more likely to stick with a weight loss program and lost more weight than study participants who received no incentives, according to new research.

ScienceDaily: Top Science News

ScienceDaily: Top Science News


How the daffodil got its trumpet

Posted: 09 Mar 2013 01:02 PM PST

The daffodil is one of the few plants with a 'corona', a crown-like structure also referred to as the 'trumpet'. New research suggests that the corona is not an extension of the petals as previously thought, but is a distinct organ sharing more genetic identity with stamens, the pollen-producing reproductive organs.

ScienceDaily: Top News

ScienceDaily: Top News


How the daffodil got its trumpet

Posted: 09 Mar 2013 01:02 PM PST

The daffodil is one of the few plants with a 'corona', a crown-like structure also referred to as the 'trumpet'. New research suggests that the corona is not an extension of the petals as previously thought, but is a distinct organ sharing more genetic identity with stamens, the pollen-producing reproductive organs.

Researchers develop AFM-IR for nanometer scale chemical identification

Posted: 08 Mar 2013 03:38 PM PST

Researchers report that they have measured the chemical properties of polymer nanostructures as small as 15 nm, using a novel technique called atomic force microscope infrared spectroscopy.

More rapid test for Group B strep successful

Posted: 08 Mar 2013 03:38 PM PST

A more rapid laboratory test for pregnant women to detect potentially deadly Group B strep (GBS) has been successful at identifying GBS colonization in six and a half hours, according to new results.

Why a hereditary anemia is caused by genetic mutation in mechanically sensitive ion channel

Posted: 08 Mar 2013 03:38 PM PST

A genetic mutation that alters the kinetics of an ion channel in red blood cells has been identified as the cause behind a hereditary anemia, according to a new article.

Quantum refrigerator offers extreme cooling and convenience

Posted: 08 Mar 2013 03:38 PM PST

Researchers have demonstrated a solid-state refrigerator that uses quantum physics in micro- and nanostructures to cool a much larger object to extremely low temperatures. What's more, the prototype refrigerator, which measures a few inches in outer dimensions, enables researchers to place any suitable object in the cooling zone and later remove and replace it, similar to an all-purpose kitchen refrigerator.

Biological tooth replacement is a step closer

Posted: 08 Mar 2013 03:38 PM PST

Scientists have developed a new method of replacing missing teeth with a bioengineered material generated from a person's own gum cells. Current implant-based methods of whole tooth replacement fail to reproduce a natural root structure and, as a consequence of the friction from eating and other jaw movement, loss of jaw bone can occur around the implant.

Scientists identify buphenyl as a possible drug for Alzheimer's disease

Posted: 08 Mar 2013 03:37 PM PST

Studies in mice with Alzheimer's disease (AD) have shown that sodium phenylbutyrate, known as Buphenyl, successfully increases factors for neuronal growth and protects learning and memory, according to neurological researchers.

The Cynical Girl: F@%K It Friday: Morrissey, Of Course

The Cynical Girl: F@%K It Friday: Morrissey, Of Course

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F@%K It Friday: Morrissey, Of Course

Posted: 08 Mar 2013 03:45 AM PST

You guys know I love me some Mozzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz.

I love a young, solo Morrissey like every girl who grew up in the 90s. But I sorta like him bloated and on the verge of having a heart attack, too. He’s vegan. He’s sweaty. He might collapse from the weight of his own ennui.

Just goes to show you that bodies fail for a whole host of reasons.

If you love some Morrissey, today is your day. Lemme hear about it.

ScienceDaily: Top Technology News

ScienceDaily: Top Technology News


Researchers develop AFM-IR for nanometer scale chemical identification

Posted: 08 Mar 2013 03:38 PM PST

Researchers report that they have measured the chemical properties of polymer nanostructures as small as 15 nm, using a novel technique called atomic force microscope infrared spectroscopy.

Quantum refrigerator offers extreme cooling and convenience

Posted: 08 Mar 2013 03:38 PM PST

Researchers have demonstrated a solid-state refrigerator that uses quantum physics in micro- and nanostructures to cool a much larger object to extremely low temperatures. What's more, the prototype refrigerator, which measures a few inches in outer dimensions, enables researchers to place any suitable object in the cooling zone and later remove and replace it, similar to an all-purpose kitchen refrigerator.

How to predict the progress of technology: Moore's Law and Wright's Law best predict how technology improves

Posted: 07 Mar 2013 09:47 AM PST

Researchers have found that some widely used formulas for predicting how rapidly technology will advance -- notably, Moore's Law and Wright's Law -- offer superior approximations of the pace of technological progress. The new research is the first to directly compare the different approaches in a quantitative way, using an extensive database of past performance from many different industries.

Hurdle overcome in development of terahertz lasers

Posted: 07 Mar 2013 09:46 AM PST

Scientists have developed a device that is critical to the use of terahertz sources for a variety of applications. Their electromagnetic non-reciprocal isolator paves the way for applications using terahertz frequencies including the development of terahertz lasers and amplifiers, to which the scientific community is currently devoting much attention.

Waves generated by Russian meteor recorded crossing the US

Posted: 07 Mar 2013 09:45 AM PST

A network of seismographic stations recorded spectacular signals from the blast waves of the meteor that landed near Chelyabinsk, Russia, as the waves crossed the United States.