A new way to display the 3-D structure of molecules
This illustration shows the structure of 16 molecules that were studied while bound to metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) that exhibit handedness. The frameworks stabilized the...
Born prepared for global warming… thanks to their parents’ songs
Three-day-old nestlings begging.Credit: Andy TD Bennett
By calling to their eggs, zebra finch parents may be helping their young prepare for a hotter world brought...
Venus-like exoplanet might have oxygen atmosphere, but not life
This artist's conception shows the rocky exoplanet GJ 1132b, located 39 light-years from Earth. New research shows that it might possess a thin, oxygen...
NASA asteroid redirect mission completes design milestone
This graphic depicts the Asteroid Redirect Vehicle conducting a flyby of its target asteroid. During these flybys, ARM would come within 0.6 miles (1...
Personalized wearable tech can help adults diagnosed with autism manage anxiety
Human Computer Interaction specialists at Lancaster University have worked with adults diagnosed with autism to create prototype personalised wristband devices called Snap that enable...
New mechanism discovered for Alzheimer’s risk gene
Salk scientists identify that the enzyme HtrA1 (pictured) degrades ApoE4, the strongest genetic risk factor for Alzheimer's disease, providing new information that might eventually...
Calcium supplements linked to dementia risk in women with certain health conditions
According to a new study, calcium supplements may be associated with an increased risk of dementia in older women who have had a stroke...
NASA prepares to launch first U.S. Asteroid sample return mission
OSIRIS-REx will travel to near-Earth asteroid Benn on a sample return mission.Credit: NASA
NASA is preparing to launch its first mission to return a sample...
Unhealthy diet during pregnancy could be linked to ADHD
New research led by scientists from King's College London and the University of Bristol has found that a high-fat, high-sugar diet during pregnancy may...
Why females care more, theoretically speaking
Across the animal kingdom there is a strong trend for females to be more caring parents. Why? Researchers at the University of Jyväskylä, Finland...
Average of two injuries every hour in the US from strollers, carriers
Although strollers and carriers are typically used to safely transport children, injuries do occur while using these products. A study conducted by the Center...
