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Der Steppenworm? Two New Species Differ from the Elusive 'Mongolian Death Worm'
April 9, 2013 — Scientists have discovered the first proper earthworms from the Outer Mongolian steppes. Although the two new species don't have the deadly biology of the legendary olgoi-khorkhoi, 'Mongolian Death ... > full story -
One-Two Punch Could Be Key in Treating Blindness
April 9, 2013 — Researchers have discovered that using two kinds of therapy in tandem may be a knockout combo against inherited disorders that cause blindness. While their study focused on man's best friend, the ... > full story -
Gene Variations Predict Chemotherapy Side Effects
April 9, 2013 — Seemingly benign differences in genetic code from one person to the next could influence who develops side effects to chemotherapy, a new study has found. The study identified gene variations that ... > full story -
Environmental Change Triggers Rapid Evolution
April 9, 2013 — Environmental change can drive hard-wired evolutionary changes in animal species in a matter of generations. A new study overturns the common assumption that evolution only occurs gradually over ... > full story -
Beavers Use Their Nose to Assess Their Foes
April 9, 2013 — Beavers use scent to detect when trespassers could be a threat, according to new research. For territorial animals, such as beavers, "owning" a territory ensures access to food, mates and nest sites. ... > full story -
Sea Level Rise: Jeopardy for Terrestrial Biodiversity on Islands
April 9, 2013 — Model calculations predict a sea level rise of about one meter by the end of this century and of up to five and a half meters by the year 2500. Until now there are few studies on the potential ... > full story -
Couch Potatoes May Be Genetically Predisposed to Being Lazy, Rat Study Suggests
April 8, 2013 — Researchers were able to selectively breed rats that exhibited traits of either extreme activity or extreme laziness. They say these rats indicate that genetics could play a role in exercise ... > full story -
Posture Provides Clue for Future Disability
April 8, 2013 — The shape of an individual's spinal column may predict his or her risk for nursing home admission or need of home assistance in old age, according to a new ... > full story -
Month of Birth Impacts Immune System Development
April 8, 2013 — Newborn babies' immune system development and levels of vitamin D have been found to vary according to their month of birth, according to new ... > full story -
Minocycline, an Antibiotic, Improves Behavior for Children With Fragile X Syndrome
April 8, 2013 — Minocycline, an older, broad-spectrum antibiotic in the tetracycline family, provides meaningful improvements as a therapeutic for children with fragile X syndrome, a study has ... > full story
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