Scientists were able to isolate two antibodies responsible for resistance to the disease in an African patient. The discovery could be key to the development of a vaccine. picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

Scientists at the Gladstone Institute of Cardiovascular Disease have discovered the first genetic link to the evolution of two, rather than one, pumping chamber in the heart, which is a key event in the evolution of becoming warm-blooded. picked by bernardblack 2 months ago

The study, published in The Journal of Experimental Zoology, suggests that far from being a fraud Kammerer may have discovered the field of epigenetics, placing him decades ahead of his contemporaries. picked by stinkobinko 2 months ago

Strive as we might to make sense of the world, there are mysteries that still confound us... picked by cb__ 2 months ago

1909: After searching through hundreds of potential chemicals, a German immunologist discovers a compound that can selectively kill the parasitic spirochete that causes syphilis. The following year, he sends 65,000 free samples of the drug, now known as the first modern chemotherapy agent, to doctors all over the world. picked by Bingo 2 months ago

Three-minute therapy sessions to hold you over during your therapist's vacation. picked by suebe 2 months ago

A bunch of videos that show the world from the perspective of several animals, including an armadillo, a wolf, a scorpion, a sheep, a bison and a house fly. Oh, and yeah, a cow licking her butt.

*It's a flckr set, so won't embed in videos* picked by suebe 2 months ago

They may be one of the most hated insects in mother nature but they could also hold the cure for cancer and be a great name for a band. picked by Bornbad 2 months ago

The structure, the amygdala—a pair of almond-shaped regions located in the medial temporal lobes—was previously known to process strong negative emotions, such as anger and fear, and is considered the seat of emotion in the brain. However, it had never been linked rigorously to real-life human social interaction. picked by kakana 2 months ago

Scientists in Israel have devised a portable breath tester that detects lung cancer with 86 percent accuracy, according to a study released Sunday. picked by kakana 2 months ago

The achievement helps enable the development of such innovations as nanolasers that can probe, manipulate and characterize DNA molecules; optics-based telecommunications many times faster than current technology; and optical computing in which light replaces electronic circuitry with a corresponding leap in speed and processing power. picked by kakana 2 months ago

NASA's moon-colliding probe LCROSS lost more than half its propellant late last week after a glitch caused it to repeatedly fire its thrusters to try to orient itself. But the spacecraft is still on track to complete its mission to slam into the moon's south pole in October. picked by kakana 2 months ago

Abstaining from alcohol consumption is associated with an increased risk of depression according to a new study published in Addiction journal. picked by kakana 2 months ago

Nitrous oxide, better known as the dental anaesthetic ''laughing gas'', is now the most potent destroyer of ozone in the upper atmosphere, a study has shown. picked by kakana 2 months ago

Psychologists argue that depression may be an evolutionary advantage developed early in human history. What could be good about depression?

Depressed people often think intensely about their problems. They have difficulty thinking about anything else. Studies have shown that this thinking style is often highly analytical.

This analytical style of thought, of course, can be very productive picked by Bingo 2 months ago

Long the bane of the South, taking over hillsides and forests, kudzu is a staple in Chinese medicine. While a Kudzu salad might not benefit you, Kudzu extract might be the next big thing in treating blood pressure, cholesterol, and other markers of metabolic disorders. picked by meggysue 2 months ago

A major decline in the proportion of Canadians suffering hip fractures may be partly due to people weighing more and having bigger buttocks.

*too much beer, eh* picked by Bornbad 2 months ago

Allowing teens to work too many hours in the wrong environment can be dangerous for their sexual health by fostering conditions that lead them to older sex partners, a new study shows. picked by Bingo 2 months ago

The prospect of a human baby with three biological parents has moved closer after scientists created monkeys using a technique that one day could stop children from inheriting severe genetic diseases. picked by nateebiinature 2 months ago

With every breath you take, they'll be watching you—and anticipating their next blood feast. It's true—mosquitoes get dinner signals from your exhaled carbon dioxide, along with your body heat and moisture. picked by Bornbad 2 months ago

A new web site claims to give the odds on you dying next year, or for whatever period you select, based on a few simple questions. picked by Bornbad 2 months ago

A team of scientists from the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health has successfully grown multiple types of retina cells from two types of stem cells — suggesting a future in which damaged retinas could be repaired by cells grown from the patient's own skin. picked by AutumnLotus 2 months ago

British scientists are close to a 'potential cure' for most breast cancer cases.

They have developed a way to stop tumours growing and spreading, which could save millions of lives every year. picked by AutumnLotus 2 months ago

After years spent hunting for the buried remains of prehistoric animals, a Canadian paleontologist now plans to manipulate chicken embryos to show he can create a dinosaur.

Will he stop soon enough? picked by jhordie 2 months ago

No more messy labs. No more filthy container or flammable liquids or spontaneous explosions in your home!

A new formula for methamphetamine eliminates the muss and fuss of creating your own meth. picked by suebe 2 months ago