Smokers who switch to vaping can have the occasional cigarette without a complete relapse, new research suggests. The study included
Month: December 2018
Switch for the regeneration of nerve cell insulation
An international research team has discovered a mechanism that regulates the regeneration of the insulating layer of neurites. This insulation
Tracing iron in the North Pacific
The micronutrient iron (Fe) is recognized as a key factor in controlling oceanic primary productivity, and subsequently impacting the carbon
Fetal Kicks May Help Babies Understand Their Bodies
When unborn babies kick in the womb, they may be developing awareness of their bodies, British researchers say. “Spontaneous movement
Light triggers gold in unexpected way
Rice University researchers have discovered a fundamentally different form of light-matter interaction in their experiments with gold nanoparticles. They weren’t
Study discovers over 6,000 antibiotic resistance genes in the bacteria that inhabit the human gut
A study carried out in collaboration with the University of Birmingham has used an innovative approach to identify thousands of
Health Tip: Limit Exposure to BPA
Bisphenol A (BPA) is a chemical used in the production of some plastics, the U.S. National Institute of Environmental Health
Study shows rising rates of hospitalization in the homeless
Hospitalization rates among homeless adults have increased sharply in recent years, with a very different set of causes from those
Study reveals new information about infant brain structure
Infant brain development is still poorly understood. Thus, research on the topic is vital as developing brains are sensitive to
Health Tip: Take Care of Your Child’s Vision
Regular eye checkups are important, especially for children, the American Optometric Association says. The newborn checkup at the hospital isn’t