Hunger pangs not only worsens mood, but trigger risky behavior
Tweet Washington, June 26 (ANI): New research reveals that hunger not only affects decision making, but also affects our willingness to take risks. This phenomenon is also apparent across a very...
View ArticleVirtual skin model reveals secrets of skin aging (The University of Sheffield)
(Source: The University of Sheffield) 25 June 2013 We constantly grow new skin and slough off the old. Until now, scientists have never agreed on exactly how this works, but new research from the...
View ArticlePreparing for climate catastrophe
While the latest UN climate talks in Bonn were slowed by political bickering, the floods that devasted wide areas of Germany put the spotlight on the need to adapt now. Climate change is already...
View ArticleKansas Biological Survey scientists study water quality in Haiti (KU - The...
(Source: KU - The University of Kansas) LAWRENCE - Forging new connections for the University of Kansas in the Caribbean, two Kansas Biological Survey scientists spent a week in Haiti this past May...
View ArticleObama Climate Plan Not Enough to Meet Magnitude of Global Crisis (Center for...
(Source: Center for Biological Diversity) For Immediate Release, June 25, 2013 Contact: Bill Snape, (202) 536-9351, bsnape@biologicaldiversity.org Obama Climate Plan Not Enough to Meet Magnitude of...
View ArticleJanet Rossant receives medal for achievements in developmental biology (The...
(Source: The Hospital for Sick Children) June 25, 2013 Janet Rossant receives medal for achievements in developmental biology By Hillete Warner Dr. Janet Rossant, Chief of Research at SickKids and...
View ArticleIn-crop Fertilizer Applications (Government of Alberta)
(Source: Government of Alberta) An Alberta Agriculture specialist says there are a number of factors to be considered when considering an in-crop fertilizer application. "The importance of applying...
View ArticleGraduating seniors receive awards for theses, research and arts projects...
(Source: Stanford University) Stanford Report, June 25, 2013 Winners of Firestone, Golden and Kennedy honors recognized during Commencement weekend. By Kathleen J. Sullivan ShutterstockFirestone,...
View ArticleStacking Agronomic Practices to Maximize Wheat Yield (Government of Alberta)
(Source: Government of Alberta) A new research study could increase yields and profitability for Alberta wheat producers. "The research is investigating three agronomic practices: supplemental...
View ArticleThe new Golf TDI BlueMotion – key aspects (Volkswagen AG)
(Source: Volkswagen AG) The new Golf TDI BlueMotion - key aspects 3.2 litres per 100 km - the most fuel-efficient Golf ever New Golf TDI BlueMotion pushes CO2 emissions to a low 85 g/km Theoretical...
View Article'Human calculator' shows his talent
KAMPAR: Mathematics prodigy West Wong recently showed the crowd at the launching of the 9th Malaysia Festival of the Mind at the Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, here, why he is called the Malaysian...
View ArticleCongress, Industry urge NOAA to support Bluefin Tuna fishery; Scientists...
WASHINGTON, June 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- (Saving Seafood) -- Ten Members of Congress asked negotiators to pursue increased U.S. allocation of bluefin tuna at an international meeting this week....
View ArticleHunger pangs make you moody, impulsive
New research reveals that hunger not only affects decision making, but also affects our willingness to take risks. This phenomenon is also apparent across a very diverse range of species in the animal...
View ArticleCWB PROs mostly higher for 2013-14 as Canadian dollar weakens (CWB -...
(Source: CWB - Canadian Wheat Board) 24/06/2013 Winnipeg - CWB today updated Pool Return Outlooks (PROs) for 2013-14 Early Delivery and Annual Pools. Compared to the last PROs released in mid-March,...
View ArticleCU-Boulder To Reconsider Use Of Live Animals In Experiments
The University of Colorado is reconsidering its use of live animals in classroom science experiments and will decide whether computer simulations could replace the use of creatures in some cases. The...
View ArticleA slimy marine organism fit for biofuel and salmon feed
It sounds too good to be true: a common marine species that consumes microorganisms,,, Vimeo It sounds too good to be true: a common marine species that consumes microorganisms and can be converted...
View ArticleExpansion of U.S.-India Cooperation on Science & Technology
Tuesday, 25 June 2013, 5:09 pm Press Release: US State Department U.S.-India Joint Fact Sheet: A Remarkable Expansion of U.S.-India Cooperation on Science & Technology Media Note Office of the...
View ArticleWhy elephants are 'huge' and rats 'tiny'
Washington: Scientists have tried to explain why certain mammal families evolved to be very large, while others remained tiny through the course of time. An international group of scientists including...
View ArticleCall it yummy but not cheap, anymore
It was probably the uber-cheap source of calories available around for humans, especially Keralites. But not anymore. The retail price of tapioca has shot up to Rs 25 a kg in the local market after...
View ArticleGenetics Garden to open to the public (University of Dundee)
(Source: University of Dundee) 26 June 2013 Genetics Garden to open to the public Photo opportunity: 4.30-6pm on Thursday, 27th June at the University of Dundee Botanic Garden. Professor Richard...
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