The teeth of some apes are formed primarily to handle the most stressful times when food is scarce, according to new research. The findings imply that if humanity is serious about protecting its close evolutionary cousins, the food apes eat during these tough periods — and where they find it — must be included in conservation efforts.
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Among apes, teeth are made for the toughest times
Scientists have shown that common variations in genes associated with microcephaly — a neuro-developmental disorder in which brain size is dramatically reduced — may explain differences in brain size in healthy individuals as well as in patients with neurological and psychiatric disorders.
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Microcephaly genes associated with human brain size
Pomegranates have already been hailed as a super-food but a team of scientists has found a new use for the deep red fruit. The team has discovered that the rind can be turned into an ointment for treating MRSA and other common hospital infections.
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Pomegranates: Latest weapon in the fight against MRSA
Smoking, being heavier, not using sunscreen and having had skin cancer appear to be associated with sun damage and aging of skin on the face, according to a report based on a study of twins.
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Twin study identifies factors associated with skin aging
Physicists have begun looking deep into the Earth to study some of nature’s weirdest particles — neutrinos.
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Scientists shed light on a mysterious particle, the neutrino
Science does not have to be altruistic. In fact, most of the time it is egotistic, according to a study by researchers in Spain that analyzes the discrimination that exists in citations of scientific articles in articles where researchers publish their results.
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Discrimination in the citations that scientists use
LiveScience.com – If you thought that DVD players and texting were dangerous distractions for drivers, wait until you see people streaming television shows on Hulu during their morning commute. Ford has announced a new feature for upcoming car models that will allow owners to turn their car into a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot.
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Ford to Enable Wi-Fi in Autos
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HealthDay – TUESDAY, Dec. 22 (HealthDay News) — A single treatment with a new method of gene therapy may offer lifetime protection against the progression of the lung disease emphysema, according to the results of a study in mice.
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Gene Therapy Holds Promise for Emphysema
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Engineers have created a new generation of lens that could greatly improve the capabilities of telecommunications or radar systems to provide a wide field of view and greater detail.
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Next-generation lens promises wider view, greater detail