Posts Tagged ‘Texas A&M University’
Science & Technology - Feb 11, 2010 15:25 - 0 Comments
From fruit flies, timely clues about fighting flab
TEXAS A&M (US)—The tiny tongue of a fruit fly could provide big answers to questions about human eating habits, possibly even leading to new ways to treat obesity. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Feb 11, 2010 14:57 - 1 Comment
System helps spot hepatitis C inhibitors
TEXAS A&M (US)—A newly designed system of identifying molecules for treating hepatitis C uses an innovative way to “see” infected cells. (more…)
Science & Technology - Feb 8, 2010 11:36 - 1 Comment
For liquid crystals, shape matters
TEXAS A&M (US)—A new method for manipulating the molecules of liquid crystals could result in more effective industrial sealants, food packaging that keeps food fresh longer, and even enhanced electronic displays and fuel-cell technology. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Jan 27, 2010 16:18 - 2 Comments
Nice to meet you. What’s your name again?
TEXAS A&M (US)—Just like the 3Rs are the cornerstone of early learning, the 4Rs—register, relate, rehearse, and recall—are the foundation for a good memory. (more…)
Science & Technology - Dec 23, 2009 16:46 - 0 Comments
3-D channels pave way for man-made organs
TEXAS A&M (US)—The creation of a network of microchannels could advance the field of tissue engineering by serving as a three-dimensional vasculature to support construction of tissue, include organs. (more…)
Earth & Environment - Dec 21, 2009 14:59 - 3 Comments
From space, daily snapshot of CO2 levels
TEXAS A&M (US)—Researchers studying climate now have a new tool at their disposal that yields daily global measurements of carbon dioxide and water vapor in a key part of Earth’s atmosphere. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Dec 21, 2009 14:24 - 0 Comments
Remodel job may curb cancer cells
TEXAS A&M (US)—It may be possible to slow or even stop malignant cancer cells from spreading by altering their architecture, new research suggests. (more…)
Earth & Environment - Dec 17, 2009 12:27 - 1 Comment
Arctic rivers as climate change forecasters
TEXAS A&M (US)—Scientists may be able to gauge the effects of climate change in the polar regions by monitoring bacterial communities in six large Arctic rivers, new research shows. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Dec 3, 2009 18:31 - 0 Comments
Save soldiers by stretching ‘golden hour’
TEXAS A&M (US)—Researchers are investigating frontline treatments that would give injured U.S. military personnel a better chance at survival when there is massive blood loss. (more…)
Earth & Environment - Nov 23, 2009 14:12 - 2 Comments
Life thrived in early Earth’s cooler temps
STANFORD/TEXAS A&M/YALE (US)—Billions of years ago, the Earth’s climate was far cooler—perhaps by more than 50 degrees than previously believed—which could mean conditions were more conducive for life all over the planet, new findings suggests. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Nov 11, 2009 15:52 - 2 Comments
To understand GI infections, learn the language
TEXAS A&M (US)—New technology is able to mimic the unique bacteria-laden environment of the human GI tract because it knows how to decode the complex way cells “talk” to each other, a new study reports. (more…)
Earth & Environment - Oct 23, 2009 11:41 - 0 Comments
Predicting power outages before the storm
JOHNS HOPKINS/TEXAS A&M (US)—Using data from Hurricane Katrina and four other storms, researchers have created new computer models to help utilities better forecast hurricane-caused power outages in advance. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Oct 22, 2009 15:12 - 2 Comments
Plant-rich diets pack phytochemical punch
U. FLORIDA (US)—Eating more plant-based foods, which are rich in substances called phytochemicals, seems to prevent oxidative stress in the body, a process associated with obesity and the onset of disease, researchers report. (more…)
Society & Culture - Oct 21, 2009 16:27 - 0 Comments
Fair-minded Americans splurge on impulse
RICE (US)—Americans who believe in equality tend to purchase impulsively—particularly when indulging—a new study suggests. The findings have implications for how to market products in countries where shoppers are more likely to buy on impulse. (more…)
Earth & Environment - Oct 6, 2009 15:49 - 1 Comment
Pollution-haze mix may affect world’s weather
TEXAS A&M (US)—“Blue haze,” a common occurrence in mountain ranges and forests around the world, is formed by natural emissions of chemicals, but a recent study suggests human activities can worsen it to the point of affecting weather worldwide, potentially causing climate problems. (more…)
Earth & Environment - Aug 27, 2009 15:37 - 2 Comments
Bats sing silly love songs
New research reveals bat songs include a surprisingly rich repertoire of sounds and unique phrases.
