Horrifying nightmares ‘could be first sign of Parkinson’s disease’

LONDON – Those who shout or cry in their sleep could be more likely to develop Parkinson’s disease, scientists have revealed.

Experts have found that people who suffer from a condition known as ‘REM sleep disturbance’ – which includes nightmares and sudden kicking movements – are more likely to develop Parkinson’s and other forms of dementia, … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Horrifying nightmares ‘could be first sign of Parkinson’s disease’.

First artificial human ovary created

WASHINGTON – Scientists have created the first artificial human ovary, an advance that provides a potentially powerful new means for conducting fertility research and could also yield infertility treatments for cancer patients.

The team of researchers at Brown University and Women and Infants Hospital … Original source on Gaea Times at : First artificial human ovary created.

Blood test ‘predicts death from prostate cancer up to 25yrs in advance’

LONDON – Scientists say that a blood test at the age of 60 can accurately predict the risk that a man will die from prostate cancer within the next 25 years.

The findings, by researchers at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, in New York, and Lund University, in Sweden, …. Read the original article  : Blood test ‘predicts death from prostate cancer up to 25yrs in advance’.

Breakthrough fertility technique could herald end of ‘biological clock’

LONDON – A new fertility technique could herald the end of the ‘biological clock – by allowing women to have babies well into their 50s and 60s.

The treatment, to be unveiled at the World Congress of Fertility and Sterility conference in Munich, Germany, uses injections …. Read the original article  : Breakthrough fertility technique could herald end of ‘biological clock’.

Yamuna flowing along Taj, providing a rare spectacle

AGRA – The Yamuna river in spate touching the foundation of the Taj Mahal is providing thousands of visitors a rare spectacle in Agra, “just the way the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan had wanted it to look.”

“The original conceptual framework of the Taj Mahal considered Yamuna as an integral part and not as a separate … Read more : Yamuna flowing along Taj, providing a rare spectacle.

How brain switches from a wakeful to a sleeping state

WASHINGTON – Researchers have discovered a mechanism by which the brain switches from a wakeful to a sleeping state. This could be a breakthrough for a set of discoveries, from sleeping aids …. Original article  : How brain switches from a wakeful to a sleeping state.

Beer-fetching robot up for grabs

LONDON – Fetching a can of beer, folding towels, plugging itself when needed recharge- a robot that can do all this and more is on sale.

Silicon Valley start-up Willow Garage has put its PR2 robot on general sale.

However, Willow Garage conceded that the price … Original source on Gaea Times at : Beer-fetching robot up for grabs.

Now, spray-on seamless fabric to change how clothes are worn

WASHINGTON – Bid adieu the daily hassle of choosing and fitting into those ever-shrinking clothes, for now a spray of a seamless fabric is all you need to cover your body.

Researchers are all set to unveil a seamless fabric that can be sprayed on to skin and other surfaces to make …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Now, spray-on seamless fabric to change how clothes are worn.

Women ‘more likely than men to agree with science on global warming’

WASHINGTON – A recent study on gender and climate change reveals women tend to believe the scientific consensus on global warming more than men.

The study challenges common perceptions that men are more scientifically literate, said Aaron M. McCright, an associate professor … Read more >>>.

Jupiter to appear brightest when it makes its closest pass by Earth on Sep 20th

WASHINGTON – On Monday, September 20th, Jupiter will appear brightest to skygazers, as it will come closest to the Earth at just 368 million miles away.

Although throughout September, on any clear night it will appear bigger than it used to be.

“Jupiter is always bright, but if you …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Jupiter to appear brightest when it makes its closest pass by Earth on Sep 20th.

India named the most dedicated country towards tiger conservation

WASHINGTON – India has been identified as the most important country for tigers with 18 source sites dedicated solely to their conservation, according to a recent study.

In a worrying discovery, the Wildlife Conservation Society and other groups have found that most of the world’s …. Read the original article  : India named the most dedicated country towards tiger conservation.

Early alcohol, tobacco use might delay onset of puberty in girls

WASHINGTON – Early drinking and smoking might delay onset of puberty in girls, according to new study.

Puberty can start as early as age 7 or 8, but most girls start to develop breasts, the first sign of sexual development, between ages 9 and 13.

Late puberty in girls can have …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Early alcohol, tobacco use might delay onset of puberty in girls.

Wake up to harmful effects of Internet on our brains, says top scientist

LONDON – Society should be aware of the potentially harmful effects of the Internet on the brain, leading neuroscientist Baroness Susan Greenfield, one of Britain’s most prominent female scientists, has said.

She claimed that the issue of ill effects of networking sites … Read more >>>.

Now, a website that predicts cancer survival

LONDON – A new website to help breast cancer patients predict their chances of survival has been launched.

It has been developed to provide greater accuracy through inputting data such as age, whether the tumour was detected by screening or the …. Original source  : Now, a website that predicts cancer survival.

It’s official: Men look at women’s faces over bodies for marriage

LONDON – Men look at women’s faces over bodies when it comes to a long-term relationship, such as marriage, according to a new research.

The results of study support the belief that men are instinctively attracted to women’s bodies if they are …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : It’s official: Men look at women’s faces over bodies for marriage.

Women believe in global warming more than men

WASHINGTON – Women tend to believe in the scientific consensus on global warming more than men, finds a recent study.

The findings challenge common perceptions that men are more scientifically literate, said sociologist Aaron M. McCright at the Michigan State University in the US.
“Men still claim they have a better understanding of global warming than … Original article on : Women believe in global warming more than men.

Monsoon in Himachal breaks 15-year record

SHIMLA – The plentiful southwest monsoon across Himachal Pradesh this year has broken the record of 15 years, the weather office said here Wednesday.

“From June 1 to Sep 14 the state saw 816.6 mm of rain against the normal average of 741.1 mm, which means the state got 10 percent more rainfall,” Manmohan Singh, director …. Read the original article  : Monsoon in Himachal breaks 15-year record.

Tiny tots able to understand irony, says study

TORONTO – Tiny tots as young as four are able to understand and use irony, says a new study.

“Previous studies concluded that irony wasn’t understood before the age of eight or 10,” says Stephanie Alexander, postdoctoral student in social and preventive medicine at the University of Montreal and a senior study author.
“However, … Read more »».

Last of tigers in six percent of habitat

WASHINGTON – Most of the world’s last remaining tigers are now clustered in just six percent of their available habitat.

A paper prepared by the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) identifies 42 “source sites” scattered across Asia that are now the last hope and greatest priority for the conservation and recovery of the world’s largest cat. … Original source on Gaea Times at : Last of tigers in six percent of habitat.

Watching others’ action can make you feel that you did it yourself

WASHINGTON – Watching someone else performing an action can make you imagine that you did it yourself, found a study on false memories.

In their quest to find out how false memories get created, psychological scientists happened to make the above discovery.

In an … Original article on : Watching others’ action can make you feel that you did it yourself.