Citizen scientists tag bug collections online
UC BERKELEY (US) — The public can help scientists by deciphering and recording the hand-written field notes that accompany a million insect specimens, many dating back more than 100 years. Continue…
Thursday, May 23, 2013 16:15 - 0 Comments
Health & Medicine - May 15, 2013 15:32 - 1 Comment
Wireless helmet detects brain bleeding
UC BERKELEY (US) — Researchers are testing a helmet-like device that uses wireless signals to instantly diagnose brain swelling and bleeding. (more…)
Health & Medicine - May 3, 2013 12:06 - 1 Comment
Before you pucker: Toxic metals in lipstick
UC BERKELEY (US) — Scientists found lead and eight other metals in lipsticks commonly sold in the US, in some cases at levels that could raise potential health concerns. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Feb 1, 2013 13:47 - 4 Comments
Reverse aging: Can science turn back the clock?
UC BERKELEY (US) — Researchers report they’ve made a major advance in understanding the molecular mechanisms behind aging. (more…)
Top Stories - Dec 19, 2012 11:03 - 8 Comments
Squeeze returns breast cancer cells to normal
UC BERKELEY (US) — Mechanical forces alone can revert and stop the out-of-control growth of cancer cells, research shows for the first time. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Dec 7, 2012 17:31 - 10 Comments
How carbs from food end up as fat
UC BERKELEY (US) — The same gene that helps convert a big plate of holiday cookies into fat could also provide a new target for potential treatments for fatty liver disease, diabetes, and obesity. (more…)
Earth & Environment - Nov 30, 2012 13:37 - 0 Comments
To cut black carbon, replace kerosene lamps
UC BERKELEY (US) — Climate warming estimates have overlooked a significant source of black carbon—the kerosene lamps that over a billion people use as a primary source of light. (more…)
Science & Technology - Nov 20, 2012 13:08 - 0 Comments
Diet may make monkeys hungry for sex
UC BERKELEY (US) — Monkeys that eat leaves from a tree with estrogen-like compounds may care less about grooming and more about sex, new research shows. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Nov 20, 2012 12:14 - 1 Comment
Flame retardants linked to delays in kids
UC BERKELEY (US) — Experts report a link between exposure to a common flame retardant and deficits in motor and cognitive development among school-aged children. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Nov 12, 2012 12:38 - 0 Comments
Air, dust tests reveal chemicals at daycare
UC BERKELEY (US) — A new study of 40 California childcare facilities found elevated levels of some contaminants, particularly formaldehyde, a respiratory irritant and carcinogen. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Oct 4, 2012 12:39 - 1 Comment
Newborn boys’ thyroid levels tied to BPA
UC BERKELEY (US) — Scientists have linked bisphenol A (BPA), an estrogen-like compound, to changes in thyroid hormone levels in pregnant women and newborn boys. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Sep 24, 2012 15:47 - 0 Comments
For germ-fighting power, the eyes have it
UC BERKELEY (US) — Small fragments of keratin protein in the eye play a key role in warding off pathogens, and scientists say synthetic versions could lead to new, inexpensive antimicrobial drugs. (more…)
Earth & Environment - Aug 17, 2012 16:20 - 0 Comments
Climate puts the squeeze on bird, squirrel habitat
UC BERKELEY (US) — Two new studies provide a clearer picture of why some species move in response to climate change, and where they go. (more…)
Top Stories - Jun 6, 2012 12:59 - 1 Comment
Stem cells to blame for clogged arteries?
UC BERKELEY (US) — A previously unknown type of stem cell likely contributes to clogged arteries, a new study finds. (more…)
Earth & Environment - May 14, 2012 13:45 - 3 Comments
In wine country, trout struggle to survive
UC BERKELEY (US) — The competition between farmers and fish for precious water is intensifying in California. (more…)
Science & Technology - May 14, 2012 11:41 - 2 Comments
Smartphones in tow, robots take a swim
UC BERKELEY (US) — Researchers recently launched a fleet of 100 smartphone-equipped robots into California’s Sacramento River to get an unprecedented look at how water flows. (more…)
Earth & Environment - Mar 7, 2012 11:55 - 0 Comments
On higher ground, chipmunk gene pool shrinks
UC BERKELEY (US) — Global warming has forced alpine chipmunks to higher ground, prompting a decline in their genetic diversity. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Jan 24, 2012 12:09 - 2 Comments
Tease the brain. It may lower Alzheimer’s risk
UC BERKELEY (US) — Brain-stimulating habits over a lifetime are linked to lower levels of a key Alzheimer’s protein, new research shows. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Dec 27, 2011 11:00 - 0 Comments
Dengue virus hits harder in round two
UC BERKELEY (US) — One of the most vexing challenges in the battle against dengue virus is that getting infected once can put people at greater risk for a more severe infection down the road. (more…)
