A new study from Iowa State University biomedical researchers illuminates the biological processes by which exposure to some metals can
Month: March 2019
UI research advances understanding of how children learn words
Bob McMurray wants to understand how children learn words. It’s much more complicated than you might think, McMurray, a professor in
Climate change could devastate painted turtles, according to new study
An Iowa State University biologist is sounding the alarm for the painted turtle, one of many reptiles for which climate
Biosensor may provide better cancer diagnosis
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) researchers have developed a new biological sensor that could help clinicians better diagnose cancer and
Unique diversity of the genetic history of the Iberian Peninsula revealed by dual studies
An international team of researchers have analyzed ancient DNA from almost 300 individuals from the Iberian Peninsula, spanning more than
Using an anti-smoking drug to control neurons
An anti-smoking drug now has a new job — as a chemical switch to turn select neurons on or off.
Your healthy food is not going to protect you from dementia
Having a good healthy diet is extremely important and everyone knows that. You should eat enough fruits and vegetables, while
Seeing through a robot’s eyes helps those with profound motor impairments
An interface system that uses augmented reality technology could help individuals with profound motor impairments operate a humanoid robot to
Sweat holds most promise for noninvasive testing
Making a revolutionary biosensor takes blood, sweat and tears. And saliva, naturally. University of Cincinnati professor Jason Heikenfeld examined the
Narwhals spend at least half time diving for food, can fast for several days after meal
Narwhals — enigmatic arctic whales known for their sword-like tusk — spend over half their time diving to find food
