July 15, 2010
Diabetes drug investigation yields unclear decision from FDA committee
Stories by Nicholette Zeliadt
July 15, 2010
Bite me: New malaria-proof mosquito developed
July 13, 2010
Vitamin D deficiency linked to Parkinson's disease, cognitive decline
July 8, 2010
Listening to the heart: Heartbeat may reveal information on kidney health
The SciencesJuly 8, 2010
Challenging Cancer: A Stressful Lifestyle Reduces Tumor Growth in Mice
Mice raised in a challenging environment had more robust immune responses and hormonal changes, factors that may help protect against cancer
July 8, 2010
Significant faults in "longevity genes" study surface
July 4, 2010
Quitting smoking during pregnancy may not be enough to prevent harm to baby
The SciencesJuly 2, 2010
Americans underestimate risks of driving on summer holidays and rural roads
July 1, 2010
Live Long and Proper: Genetic Factors Associated with Increased Longevity Identified
Although a healthy lifestyle and environmental factors can promote longevity, a new genome-wide survey has ID'd genes strongly associated with living beyond the century mark
The SciencesJune 30, 2010
Midlatitude Mildew: Indoor Mold Growth Is Influenced More by Location Than Building Type
In a surprising study result, more numerous and diverse varieties of fungi inhabit temperate zone households than dwellings in tropical climes
June 29, 2010
Hair Trigger: How a Cell's Primary Cilium Functions as a Molecular Antenna
New research reveals how cell communication proteins are targeted to the primary cilia
HealthJune 22, 2010
When Good Germs Go Bad: "Friendly" Gut Bacteria Can Trigger Rheumatoid Arthritis in Mice
Scientists have traced the immune pathway from gut bacteria to the development of arthritis in mice
HealthJune 17, 2010
Probiotic Prophylactic: Bacteria May Protect Critically Ill Patients against Pneumonia
A solution of Lactobacillus administered to patients on mechanical ventilators cut the incidence of pneumonia nearly in half, suggesting that probiotics may be useful for the prevention of hospital-acquired infections