News | Archive (August 2008)
Lizards in Jamaica begin the day with displays of strength
— 31 Aug 2008 | BiologyMale anole lizards in Jamaica begin and end the day with displays of reptilian strength - push-ups, head bobs and extensions of a colourful neck flap, or dewlap - to defend their territory,... — full story
Scientists discover why flies are so hard to swat
— 30 Aug 2008 | BiologyOver the past two decades, Michael Dickinson has been interviewed by reporters hundreds of times about his research on the biomechanics of insect flight. One question from the press... — full story
Black raspberries slow cancer by altering hundreds of genes
— 30 Aug 2008 | HealthNew research strongly suggests that a mix of preventative agents, such as those found in concentrated black raspberries, may more effectively inhibit cancer development than single... — full story
Ultrasonic vocalisation patterns in mice may be useful for modelling autism
— 30 Aug 2008 | HealthScientists have found novel patterns of ultrasonic vocalisations in a genetic mouse model of autism, adding a unique element to the available mouse behaviours that capture components... — full story
Young men with type 2 diabetes suffer low testosterone levels
— 30 Aug 2008 | HealthYoung men with type 2 diabetes have significantly low levels of testosterone, endocrinologists at the University at Buffalo have found - a condition that could have a critical effect... — full story
Study of islands reveals surprising extinction results
— 30 Aug 2008 | BiologyIt's no secret that humans are having a huge impact on the life cycles of plants and animals. UC Santa Barbara's Steven D. Gaines and fellow researcher Dov Sax decided to test that... — full story
Crystals improve understanding of volcanic eruption triggers
— 30 Aug 2008 | Geology and palaeontologyScientists have exploited crystals from lavas to unravel the records of volcanic eruptions. The team, from Durham University and the University of Leeds, studied crystal formation from... — full story
History of nonmelanoma skin cancer associated with risk for subsequent malignancies
— 30 Aug 2008 | HealthIndividuals with a history of nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC) are at increased risk for other cancers, according to a study published in the 26 August online issue of the Journal of... — full story
Low levels of brain chemical may lead to obesity
— 30 Aug 2008 | HealthA brain chemical that plays a role in long term memory also appears to be involved in regulating how much people eat and their likelihood of becoming obese, according to a National... — full story
Biophysical method may help to recover hearing
— 30 Aug 2008 | HealthScientists based in Switzerland and South Africa have created a biophysical methodology that may help to overcome hearing deficits, and potentially remedy even substantial hearing loss.... — full story