Why autism is more prevalent in boys

WASHINGTON S – A new study provides further clues as to why boys are far more likely than girls to be diagnosed with autism.

The new research from the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) and The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), both in Toronto, Canada discovered that males who carry specific alterations of DNA …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Placebo effect successfully treats women with sexual dysfunction

WASHINGTON S – A new study reveals that women with low sexual arousal experienced clinically significant symptom changes after taking a placebo.

Andrea Bradford, a psychologist at Baylor College of Medicine, along with co-author Cindy Meston, at the University of Texas at Austin, analyzed the behaviors and symptoms of 50 women who were randomly chosen to … Original article on : Placebo effect successfully treats women with sexual dysfunction.

Twitter unveils first major revamp since launch

LONDON – Twitter has unveiled its first major revamp since its launch four years ago.

The newly-introduced features make it easier for its 160 million users to view photos and videos.
The new look is designed to tempt users to linger on Twitter’s website for longer periods as an incentive to advertisers, reports the Daily Mail. [..] Read the original article: here.

Why girls kiss girls

WASHINGTON – Britney and Madonna created a roar with their much-publicised on-stage liplock, and so did Scarlett Johansson and Sandra Bullock. But what is it that makes women to indulge in such a sexual act with the same gender.

Sociology professor Verta Taylor, of the …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Why girls kiss girls.

When men outnumber women, females marry younger

WASHINGTON – In a society where men outnumber women, females tend to tie the knot at a younger age and the age gap between spouses grows, revealed a University of Michigan study.

The study looked at the ratio of men to women in the 50 … Read more : When men outnumber women, females marry younger.

Rat-implanted biofuel-cell to power devices via body fluids

WASHINGTON – A newly-developed fuel cell is changing how alternative energy is derived from biofuels- the implanted device draws power from chemicals in living animals.

Dubbed a glucose biofuel cell, the implant gets its juice from glucose-aka blood sugar-and oxygen, both of … Read : Rat-implanted biofuel-cell to power devices via body fluids.

Prehistoric Chilean bird sets wingspan record at 17ft

WASHINGTON – At 17 feet, a prehistoric, bony-toothed bird from Chile has set the world wingspan record.

The measurement is based on well preserved wing bones from the newly named bird species, Pelagornis chilensis, a.k.a. “huge pseudoteeth” from Chile, which soared the … Read : Prehistoric Chilean bird sets wingspan record at 17ft.

Non-surgical fat reduction methods get FDA’s thumbs up

NEW YORK – Two forms of non-surgical, fat-reducing technology-freezing it with Zeltiq or laser with Zerona-have won FDA approval.

Neither treatment is designed to reduce large deposits of fat, but are instead shown to be effective on trouble spots, such as love handles and belly fat pooch.

Zeltiq chills fat, … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Non-surgical fat reduction methods get FDA’s thumbs up.

Brit scientists crack gene code of blindness-causing disease

LONDON – Brit scientists have discovered the gene that could trigger glaucoma-a common eye disease that causes blindness.

Researchers predict it may soon be possible to screen people’s DNA to find out if they are at high risk of suffering … Original article on : Brit scientists crack gene code of blindness-causing disease.

Japanese read voice tones while Dutch read faces to assess others’ emotions

WASHINGTON – Japanese people gauge others’ emotions via voice tone, while Dutch people pay more attention to the facial expression to know how others are feeling, found a new study.

The study examines how Dutch and Japanese people assess others’ emotions.

“As humans are …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Japanese read voice tones while Dutch read faces to assess others’ emotions.

Ginger effective for muscle pain relief

WASHINGTON – A new study has suggested that daily doses of raw or heat-treated ginger are effective for relieving muscle pain following strenuous exercise.

Though a favorite remedy of Chinese medicine practitioners for centuries, ginger has not been studied widely as a pain reliever.

Some research, however, … Read : Ginger effective for muscle pain relief.

Gene linked to high cholesterol in blood found

WASHINGTON – Scientists have identified a gene that causes high levels of bad cholesterol to accumulate in the blood as a result of a high-cholesterol diet.

Researchers at the Southwest Foundation for Biomedical Research (SFBR) in San Antonio studied a strain of laboratory opossums developed … Original source on Gaea Times at : Gene linked to high cholesterol in blood found.

Thousands of birds trapped in New York’s 9/11 light beams

LONDON – The memorial lights switched on to mark the anniversary of 9/11 terrorist attacks in New York have confused some 10,000 migratory birds which had difficulty navigating out of the beams, a media report said Thursday.

Two beams emanating from Manhattan, known as the Tribute of Light, had to be turned off five times … Read more »»».

Molecule involved in heart failure ‘also leads to heat attack damage’

WASHINGTON – Researchers at Thomas Jefferson University has revealed that a molecule known to be involved in progressive heart failure has now been shown to also lead to permanent damage after a heart attack.

To prove this novel conclusion, the research …. Original source  : Molecule involved in heart failure ‘also leads to heat attack damage’.

Male skeleton in Greek tomb may be Alexander the Great’s father

WASHINGTON – New research has revealed that a cremated male skeleton in a lavish ancient Greek tomb is not Alexander the Great’s half-witted half-brother.

The research reignites a 33-year-long debate over whether the burned bones found in the tomb belong to Alexander … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Male skeleton in Greek tomb may be Alexander the Great’s father.

13 genes linked to human body mass found

WASHINGTON – Johns Hopkins scientists have found 13 genes linked to human body mass.

The experiments screened the so-called epigenome for key information that cells remember other than the DNA code itself and may have serious implications for preventing and [..] Read the original article: here.

Human vision inspired supercomputer may drive cars someday

WASHINGTON – Inspired by our remarkable ability to quickly navigate through the street recognizing cars, other people, trees and lampposts instantaneously, researchers at Yale have developed a supercomputer based on the human visual system that could one day operate cars on its own.

Dubbed NeuFlow, …. Original article  : Human vision inspired supercomputer may drive cars someday.

Cacao genome sequencing, a boon to chocolate lovers

WASHINGTON – Scientists have successfully sequenced the cacao genome, or the so-called chocolate gene-a feat that could give a much-needed boost to the U.S. chocolate industry.

The achievement made by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientists will help sustain the supply of high-quality cocoa to the 17 billion … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Cacao genome sequencing, a boon to chocolate lovers.

Bile may harbour human Fountain Of Youth

WASHINGTON – A new research from Concordia University has put the human quest for longer life one step closer.

The new study is the first to identify the role of a bile acid, called lithocholic acid (LCA), in extending …. Read the original article  : here.

Regular aerobic exercise combats insomnia

WASHINGTON – Here’s a new drug-free prescription to help insomniacs get a good night’s sleep – regular aerobic exercise.

According to a small but significant new study from Northwestern Medicine, regular aerobic exercise improves the quality of sleep, mood and vitality.
The study is the first to examine the effect of …. Source  : Regular aerobic exercise combats insomnia.