Kidney disease genes discovered

LONDON – An international team of experts has identified 20 genes that could help explain the causes of kidney disease.

The team, including Edinburgh University researchers, found that the genes help to control vital kidney functions, such as filtering waste substances from the blood.
The …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

World’s tiniest force recorded

MELBOURNE – Using a bowl of trapped ions, scientists have measured the smallest forces ever recorded.

The discovery could pave the way for solving unanswered questions in materials science areas such as computing and nanotechnology.
Professor Michael Biercuk of the University of Sydney … Read more : World’s tiniest force recorded.

Energy saving light bulbs can cause interference with TV sets

LONDON – Energy saving light bulbs can interfere with televisions, making them randomly change channel and switch on and off, confessed a leading manufacturer.

Philips Electronics have confirmed that the problem could be to do with an early type of energy saving light bulb, which can … Read : Energy saving light bulbs can cause interference with TV sets.

Key protein behind DNA repair identified

LONDON – DNA damage over our lifetimes is the key reason behind the development of cancer and other age-related diseases. But not everyone gets these diseases, because the body has multiple mechanisms for repairing the damage caused to DNA by aging, the environment and other human behaviors. Now, scientists have …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Key protein behind DNA repair identified.

California loses dairy farms as Iowa, Texas, other states lure farmers with less regulation

States woo Calif. dairymen with less regulation

DES MOINES, Iowa – The number of dairies in California has plummeted by more than 500 in the past decade, with many moving to other states enticing them with promises of lower costs and simpler regulations.
Eight states, ranging from Idaho to Iowa, have been courting dairies from California, the … Read : California loses dairy farms as Iowa, Texas, other states lure farmers with less regulation.

Oldest sanctuary in Arabia discovered

DUBAI – The oldest sanctuary in Arabia, as well as the oldest known ceremonial site dedicated to the dugong, a very particular marine mammal, have been discovered by the French archaeological mission to the UAE and the museum of the Umm Al Quwain Emirate.

Very …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Oldest sanctuary in Arabia discovered.

A little stress may be good for foetal brain

LONDON – It is well known that high stress during pregnancy is not good for mother as well as for the baby. But a new study suggests that moderate stress can boost foetal brain development.

Previous studies in rodents have shown that stress …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : A little stress may be good for foetal brain.

Novel way to turn water into hydrogen fuel found

LONDON – A team of MIT researchers has genetically modified a virus that can exploit sunlight to split water into oxygen and hydrogen.

Splitting water is one way to solve the basic problem of solar energy: It’s only available when the sun shines.
By …. Original article  : Novel way to turn water into hydrogen fuel found.

Musical tunes do go in tune with your heart

MELBOURNE – Listening to music you love or hate can have a physical impact on your heart, conclude researchers.

According to a study, conducted by Dr Mike Miller, a cardiologist at the University of Maryland Medical Centre in the US, playing your favourite songs can increase your blood circulation.
In fact, it gives you …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Musical tunes do go in tune with your heart.

Biological link between stress, anxiety and depression discovered

LONDON – A team of researchers at The University of Western Ontario has identified the biological link between stress, anxiety and depression.

By identifying the connecting mechanism in the brain, this new research shows exactly how stress and anxiety could lead to …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

California gray whale-watchers fear dip in population, yet panel may allow more hunting

Calif. gray whale-watchers fear dip in population

LOS ANGELES – Gazing past the rolling whitecaps in the middle of San Diego’s whale-watching season, boat captain Bill Reese was dismayed by what he wasn’t seeing.
“Where are the whales?” said Reese. “Where are the whales?”
Long held as an environmental success story after being taken off the endangered list … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : California gray whale-watchers fear dip in population, yet panel may allow more hunting.

Skirmishes in climate debate resume at first conference after contentious Copenhagen summit

Skirmishes renewed at UN climate conference
BONN, Germany – Climate talks nearly ground to a halt before they began in earnest Sunday, with delegates squabbling over how to conduct negotiations for the rest of the year on a new agreement to control global warming.
Talks about talks appeared at times …. Original source  : Skirmishes in climate debate resume at first conference after contentious Copenhagen summit.

Lack of money stalls Obama’s jobs agenda; GOP objects, as does leading Senate Democrat

Obama election-year jobs agenda stalls in Congress
WASHINGTON – The election-year jobs agenda promised by President Barack Obama and Democrats has stalled seven months before voters determine control of Congress.
Democrats have no money to pay for the program. That’s because both Republicans and the Democratic chairman of the Senate Budget Committee objected to taking … Read : Lack of money stalls Obama’s jobs agenda; GOP objects, as does leading Senate Democrat.

UN climate official says binding deal unlikely in 2010 despite intensive _ and costly _ talks

UN official: Climate deal unlikely this year

BONN, Germany – The top U.N. climate official says negotiators are likely to hold at least four conferences this year, but without much expectation of concluding a binding agreement on global warming.
Yvo de Boer says the main elements of a deal should be in place by the yearend conference … Original article on : UN climate official says binding deal unlikely in 2010 despite intensive _ and costly _ talks.

Astronauts take 2nd spacewalk to replace space station cooling tank, overcome stiff bolt

Astronauts take 2nd spacewalk, overcome stiff bolt

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – Spacewalking astronauts had to pull out a hammer and pry bar while attaching a big, new tank full of ammonia coolant to the International Space Station on Sunday, successfully driving in a stiff bolt after two frustrating hours.
The 215-mile-high action unfolded on the 40th anniversary … Read more >>>.

Boffins turn ‘worm in the apple’ gay to save crops

LONDON – Fruit experts have developed a novel technique to save millions of pounds worth of crops each year – the codling moth that tunnels through apples and pears will now be turned gay.

The grey insect with copper striped wings lays its eggs on fruit trees.
Once the yellow and black larvae hatch, they dig into … Read : Boffins turn ‘worm in the apple’ gay to save crops.

Over half of abused women see male partners as dependable

TORONTO – Why do many women still remain in abusive relationships with their male partners? A new study says they see their partners as dependable and affectionate.

The study by researchers in Toronto and New York suggests that many who live with chronic psychological abuse still see certain positive traits in their abusers – such as …. Original source  : Over half of abused women see male partners as dependable.

Omega-3 fatty acid in diet can make men fertile

WASHINGTON – The introduction of omega-3 fatty acids in the diet may help in restoring fertility in males, a new study says.

The three most nutritionally important omega-3 fatty acids are alpha-linolenic acid, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).
“In our experiment, we used ‘knockout’ mice that lacked the gene responsible for an … Read more >>.

Facebook urged to add “panic buttons”

LONDON – Social networking site Facebook has at a meeting in Washington DC been urged by the head of British Child Exploitation and Online Protection (Ceop) centre to add “panic buttons” to its pages.

The site was criticised for not having “panic buttons” on every page, and its director Jim Gamble has said the matter was … Read more : Facebook urged to add “panic buttons”.

Russia launches social networking site for IT experts

Moscow, April 13 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia has launched a special social networking site to encourage interaction among Information and Technology (IT) professionals.

The project is part of the Russian government’s efforts to create an electronic public service system, intended to help fight corruption and red tape.
The regionalochka.ru website, designed for “employees of Russia’s regional administrations, …. Original source  : Russia launches social networking site for IT experts.

Terahertz imaging – ultimate tool against terrorism

WASHINGON – Terahertz imaging can be the futuristic new tool against terrorism, says a new study.

“Scientists favour terahertz radiation because it can transmit through most non-metallic and non-polar mediums,” said study leader John Federici, physics professor at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT).
“When a terahertz system is used correctly, people can see through … Read more »».

Bokaro bats succumb to the heat

BOKARO – It’s not just humans but animals too are affected by the soaring temperature — and in the steel city of Bokaro, flying bats are most adversely impacted by the heat.

In Bokaro zoo, animals such as tigers are being given glucose and are being protected from the heat with their cages equipped with water …. Source  : Bokaro bats succumb to the heat.

Music reduces stress in heart disease patients

WASHINGTON – Listening to music may benefit patients who suffer severe stress and anxiety associated with having and undergoing treatment for coronary heart disease (CHD).

A study found that listening to music could decrease blood pressure, heart rate and levels of anxiety in heart patients.
Living with heart disease is extremely stressful. The uncertainties and anxieties …. Original source  : Music reduces stress in heart disease patients.

Emotions linger despite memory loss

WASHINGTON – A new study has found that emotions may persist long after the actual memory of an experience dies.

In the study, neuroscientist Justin Feinstein at the University of Iowa in Iowa City and colleagues found that people with impaired memory felt sad even …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

How to heal a broken heart

WASHINGTON – An innovative treatment using stem cells could soon help patients with heart muscles seriously affected by coronary heart disease, say researchers.

Scientists at the Research Centre of the Centre hospitalier de l’Universite de Montreal (CRCHUM), in collaboration with …. Source article  : How to heal a broken heart.

Antidepressants could help treat stroke victims

WASHINGTON – Drugs that promote neurogenesis in rodents- which include antidepressants and mood stabilizers such as lithium-could benefit human stroke victims, according to a study at Buck Institute for Age Research.

Research in rodents shows the growth of new neurons, also known as neurogenesis, lessens the severity … Original article on : Antidepressants could help treat stroke victims.

Shrunken brain found in ancient human ancestor

WASHINGTON – A remnant of the male individual’s brain may be present in the remains of a well preserved 1.9-million-year-old human ancestor, say the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility in Grenoble, France.

The remains were recently examined, and the discovery opens up the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Shrunken brain found in ancient human ancestor.

Compound that kills lymphoma cells discovered

WASHINGTON – A compound that kills specific lymphoma cells has been discovered by an international research team co-led by the Ontario Cancer Institute (OCI).

The discovery will accelerate developing targeted drugs to fight the most common form of non-Hodgkins lymphoma.
The research finding, published in Cancer Cell, …. Source article  : Compound that kills lymphoma cells discovered.

Like humans, chimps too can spot unfairness

LONDON – Like humans, chimps too can recognise unfairness, even when individuals other than themselves are in the picture, say scientists.

To reach the conclusion, Sarah Brosnan, a primate behaviourist at Georgia State University in Atlanta, and her colleagues trained captive chimps to exchange tokens for a food … Original source on Gaea Times at : Like humans, chimps too can spot unfairness.

Women facing gynaecologic surgery don’t worry about sex

WASHINGTON – Most women facing gynaecologic surgery don’t worry about its effects on their sex lives, a new study says.

However, only 37 percent of women planning to be sterilised did voice concern that they might have less sexual desire after the operation – even though that surgery does not affect hormone levels.
Among those in … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Women facing gynaecologic surgery don’t worry about sex.

Millions suffer in power-starved Bihar

PATNA – Electricity has become a luxury for people in most parts of urban Bihar.

As the mercury soars above 43 degrees Celsius in Patna and many other places, people are opting for traditional cooling tools like hand fans to beat the heat.
“We are forced to live in the lantern age. Even a running fan … Read : Millions suffer in power-starved Bihar.

Honda to jumping into green rivalry with zero-emission electric scooters due in December

Honda to lease electric scooters from December

WAKO, Japan – The green fad in Japan is expanding from cars to bikes with Honda’s zero-emission super-quiet electric EV-neo scooter.
The EV-neo, shown Tuesday at Honda Motor Co.’s research facility in this Tokyo suburb, zipped around emitting just a calm whirring sound, with none of a motorcycle’s gritty growl.
Honda …. Original source  : Honda to jumping into green rivalry with zero-emission electric scooters due in December.

Astronauts take 3rd, final spacewalk to finish installing space station storage tank

Astronauts take 3rd, final spacewalk of mission
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – A pair of astronauts finished installing a fresh storage tank outside the International Space Station on Tuesday, accomplishing a main mission objective that required three spacewalks.
Rick Mastracchio hooked up the fluid lines for the ammonia tank as soon as he and Clayton Anderson …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Astronauts take 3rd, final spacewalk to finish installing space station storage tank.

Arctic ice cap ‘thinning and shrinking’

WASHINGTON – The Devon Island ice cap, one of the largest ice masses in the Canadian High Arctic, is thinning and shrinking, shows data.

According to a paper published in the March edition of Arctic, the journal of the University of Calgary’s Arctic Institute of North …. Read the original article  : Arctic ice cap ‘thinning and shrinking’.

Novel genes influencing kidney disease risk discovered

LONDON – More than a dozen genes that may play a role in the etiology of common forms of kidney disease have been discovered by a group of boffins from the United States and Europe.

The team, known as the CKDGen …. Source article  : Novel genes influencing kidney disease risk discovered.

Mystery of fragile stem cells solved

WASHINGTON – The decade-old mystery of why human embryonic stem cells are so difficult to culture in the laboratory has been solved by scientists at The Scripps Research Institute.

The groundbreaking new finding will provide scientists with …. Read the original article  : Mystery of fragile stem cells solved.

Fear of getting fat shows up in women’s brain scans

WASHINGTON – Brain scan show that many women who are not seemingly concerned about how they look actually fear getting fat, researchers say.

Brigham Young University (BYU) researchers in the US used MRI technology to observe what happened in the brain as these women viewed images of complete strangers.
If the stranger happened to be overweight … Original source on Gaea Times at : Fear of getting fat shows up in women’s brain scans.

Facebook refuses to add safety buttons

LONDON – Social networking site Facebook has refused to add safety buttons on each user’s profile page saying that the buttons will only ‘intimidate’ and ‘confuse’ people.

A meeting was held between Facebook’s chief security officer, Joe Sullivan, and Jim Gamble, the chief executive of the … Read more : Facebook refuses to add safety buttons.

Discovery of 9 new planets challenges planetary formation theory

WASHINGTON – Astronomers have discovered nine new planets-a feat that challenges the reigning theory of the formation of planets.

Two of the astronomers involved in the discoveries are based at the UC Santa Barbara-affiliated Las Cumbres Observatory Global Telescope Network (LCOGT), based … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Discovery of 9 new planets challenges planetary formation theory.

Postage-stamp size water purifier could save millions of lives

WASHINGTON – A new water purifier inspired by computer chip technology could save millions of lives.

Developed by scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the new water purifier uses magnetic fields to separate harmful contaminants and produce …. Original article  : Postage-stamp size water purifier could save millions of lives.

Astronomers measure ‘biggest’ comet

WASHINGTON – Astronomers have measured Comet McNaught, which is believed to be the biggest comet to date.

In January 2007, people around the world watched comet McNaught streak across the sky.
It was the brightest comet seen since 1965 and, in some places, was visible to the naked eye …. Source  : Astronomers measure ‘biggest’ comet.

Plastic heat shield to protect Indian space rocket

CHENNAI – After a gap of several decades, the Indian space agency has reverted to fibre reinforced plastic (FRP) heat shield for its geosynchronous launch vehicle – development 3 (GSLV-D3) rocket expected to blast off Thursday evening.

The GSLV-D3 rocket has a bigger heat shield – four metre diameter – as compared to the earlier rocket … Read more >>.

Countdown begins for rocket launch with Indian cryo engine

BANGALORE – The countdown to launch a heavy rocket with an Indian cryogenic engine to inject an advanced communication satellite in the geo-synchronous orbit began Wednesday at the Sriharikota spaceport in Andhra Pradesh, a space agency official said.

“The countdown began at 11.27 a.m. at our Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. All preparations for launching …. Original source  : Countdown begins for rocket launch with Indian cryo engine.

‘Vicious circle’ may offer novel acute leukemia treatment target

WASHINGTON – A self-feeding “vicious circle” of molecules that keeps acute leukemia cells alive and growing and that drives the disease forward has been identified by researchers.

The finding suggests a new strategy for treating acute myeloid …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

It’s official: Women, healthy or not, are concerned about their body shape

WASHINGTON – Women who have a healthy body image still have underlying concerns about their weight, at least that’s what their responses on a tried-and-true psychological screening showed.

A Brigham Young University study showed that thin women who were shown a …. Original article  : It’s official: Women, healthy or not, are concerned about their body shape.

Jealousy really is “blinding”

WASHINGTON – Jealousy can truly blind a person, concludes a new study.
In the study, two University of Delaware psychology professors found that women who were made to feel jealous were so distracted by unpleasant emotional images they became unable to spot targets they were trying to find.

The researchers … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Jealousy really is “blinding”.

‘Love handles’ repurposed for breast reconstruction in slim women

WASHINGTON – Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine researchers claim that a technique which uses tissue from those below-the-waist “love handles” improves cosmetic breast reconstruction in slim, athletic cancer patients without adequate fat sources elsewhere.

The method also turns …. Source  : ‘Love handles’ repurposed for breast reconstruction in slim women.

Boffins identify gene for sudden unexpected death in epilepsy

WASHINGTON – People with epilepsy who are otherwise healthy are more than 10 times more likely to die suddenly and unexpectedly than the general population. Now, scientists claim that a mutation in a brain protein gene may trigger irregular heart beat and sudden death in individuals …. Read the original article  : here.

Coming soon: Female Viagra

WASHINGTON – A female equivalent of Viagra could soon be available to help women achieve the Big O, claim scientists.

A team working for Pfizer, the pharmaceutical firm behind Viagra, in Sandwich, Kent, has uncovered a substance that boosts female sexual arousal, increasing … Original article on : Coming soon: Female Viagra.

Communication in caterpillars evolved from walking

LONDON – Scientists from Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada, have found that communication in caterpillars evolved from the simple act of walking.

The researchers have found that hair-like structures that the creatures use to make sound evolved from legs.
Study’s lead author Dr Jayne Yack and … Original source on Gaea Times at : Communication in caterpillars evolved from walking.

Tiny Tokelau declares South Pacific ocean zone as region’s 11th whale sancutary

Tiny Tokelau declares 11th Pacific whale sanctuary

WELLINGTON, New Zealand – The three-island territory of Tokelau declared itself a whale sanctuary Wednesday, adding a huge patch of sea to the total protected area of more than 7 million square miles that is off limits to hunting in the Pacific Ocean.
The isolated group of coral atolls with … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Tiny Tokelau declares South Pacific ocean zone as region’s 11th whale sancutary.

Energy conservation? Melbourne exhibition shows how

MELBOURNE – Energy saving and environmentalism may be phrases in regular use these days, but Australia’s Melbourne city has shown how to go about it through simple methods.

More than 1,000 environmental and energy-efficient products were on display at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre here that attracted thousands of visitors last week, Xinhua news agency reported Tuesday. …. Source article  : Energy conservation? Melbourne exhibition shows how.

Pleasant morning greets Delhi, but hot day in store

NEW DELHI – A cool breeze greeted Delhiites Wednesday morning with the minimum temperature dipping to a comfortable 24.1 degrees Celsius, but the met office forecast a hot and dry day ahead.

The met department said the maximum temperature is likely to touch 39 degrees.
“The minimum temperature recorded today (Wednesday) morning was 24.1 …. Source  : Pleasant morning greets Delhi, but hot day in store.

NASA begins science flights with robotic jet originally designed for Air Force reconnaissance

NASA begins science flights with robotic jet

EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. – One of NASA’s newest research jets soared high over the Pacific Ocean Tuesday on a 24-hour mission to study Earth’s atmosphere.
Its pilot remained seated in an office chair in a windowless room in the Mojave Desert, monitoring the autonomous flight of the Global … Read more >>.

Obama adds meat, jobs to space plan with revived crew capsule, massive rocket

Obama revives capsule from canceled moon program
WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama is reviving the NASA crew capsule concept that he had canceled with the rest of the moon program earlier this year, in a move that will mean more jobs and less reliance on the Russians, officials said Tuesday.
The space capsule, … Read more »»».

Neil Armstrong ‘giant leap’ inscription from Apollo 11 moon landing sells for $152,000 in NYC

1st moon landing page sells for $152,000 in NYC

NEW YORK – A sheet from the flight plan of the first moon landing signed by astronaut Neil Armstrong and inscribed with the words “One small step for a man – one giant leap for mankind” sold for $152,000 at auction Tuesday.
The page from the Apollo 11 …. Read the original article  : Neil Armstrong ‘giant leap’ inscription from Apollo 11 moon landing sells for $152,000 in NYC.

Investing in material possessions makes us less happy

WASHINGTON – People who pursue happiness through material possessions are liked less by their peers than people who pursue happiness through life experiences, a new study says.

Leaf Van Boven, University of Colorado-Boulder (UC-B) psychology professor, spent a decade studying the social costs and benefits of pursuing happiness through the acquisition of life experiences such … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Investing in material possessions makes us less happy.

Cat brain inspires model for superfast bio-computer

WASHINGTON – A cat can recognise a face faster and more efficiently than a supercomputer. That’s one reason a feline brain is the model for a biologically-inspired superfast computer project.

University of Michigan (U-M) computer engineer Wei Lu has taken a step toward developing this revolutionary type of machine that could be capable of learning and …. Read the original article  : Cat brain inspires model for superfast bio-computer.

Robotic hand to allow people to hold hands over internet

LONDON – Specially-designed robotic hands would soon allow friends and family to hold hands over the internet and help them experience the sensation of touch.

It plugs into a computer and communicates with an electronic wristband to allow people talking over the internet to experience the sensation of touch.
Not only can it grip and shake, …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Robotic hand to allow people to hold hands over internet.

Lazy label aggravates kids’ problems

SYDNEY – Children labelled as lazy by teachers and parents may have numerous learning difficulties that could underlie their apparent lack of motivation, a new study says.

Linda Gilmore, educational psychologist from Queensland University of Technology (QUT), studied children aged seven to 10 years who were regarded as lazy by their parents and teachers.
They also … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Lazy label aggravates kids’ problems.

NASA decides shuttle crew won’t need to make extra spacewalk to fix valve at space station

NASA: Extra spacewalk to fix valve won’t be needed

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – Space shuttle Discovery’s astronaut won’t need to make an extra spacewalk after all.
NASA had been considering a fourth spacewalk to fix a stuck valve at the International Space Station. But Mission Control told the crew early Thursday the repairs could wait.
Discovery remains on … Original source on Gaea Times at : NASA decides shuttle crew won’t need to make extra spacewalk to fix valve at space station.

DNA advancement may halt transmission of inherited diseases

LONDON – It may soon be possible to prevent mitochondrial diseases, caused by mutations in the DNA of mitochondria, the energy-producing structures of the cell, from being passed on from a mother to the offspring.

British researchers have been … Read more »»».

On home turf of his astronaut critics, Obama to make pitch for changes in direction of NASA

Obama: America’s still got adventures in space
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – Near the launch pads where U.S. space voyages begin, President Barack Obama will try to reassure workers that America’s space adventures sail on despite the coming end of space shuttle flights.
And Obama on Thursday will also try to explain why he aborted … Read more »».

New gene linked to increased Alzheimer’s risk identified

WASHINGTON – A gene that appears to increase a person’s risk of developing late-onset Alzheimer’s disease has been identified by researchers.

The research will be presented as part of the late-breaking science program at the American Academy of Neurology’s … Read this article on Gaea Times at : New gene linked to increased Alzheimer’s risk identified.

Scientists identify new gene in hair loss

LONDON – A new gene involved in hair growth has been identified by a team of investigators from Columbia, Rockefeller and Stanford Universities.

The finding has been reported in a paper in the April 15 issue of Nature.
In the study, researchers found that the …. Source  : Scientists identify new gene in hair loss.

Here’s why we believe that better things come to those who wait

WASHINGTON – Our belief in the motto ‘good things come to those who wait’ stems from a brain circuit that tells us to refuse instant gratification, say researchers.

The study by the Department of Systems Neuroscience at the University Medical Center, Hamburg-Eppendorf, is published in the journal [..] Read the original article: here.

Cat can recognize a face faster than supercomputer

WASHINGTON – A cat can recognize a face faster than a supercomputer. And that’s one of the reasons why a feline brain is the model for a biologically inspired computer project involving the University of Michigan.

U-M computer engineer Wei Lu has taken a step toward …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Cat can recognize a face faster than supercomputer.

People value experiences more than material things

WASHINGTON – People value pleasant experiences more than worldly possessions, a new study has found.

According to the new study led by University of Colorado at Boulder psychology Professor Leaf Van Boven, individuals who pursue happiness through material possessions are liked less by their peers than people who pursue happiness through life experiences.
“We have found that …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : People value experiences more than material things.

Potential target for treatment of obesity-related diseases identified

WASHINGTON – Scientists have identified a specific gene as a potential new target for treating obesity-related diseases.

Two research studies funded by grants from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) examined the role of a gene called STAT4 in the development of Type 2 diabetes and other obesity-related …. Source  : Potential target for treatment of obesity-related diseases identified.

Boffins design new class of drug that kills lymphoma cells

WASHINGTON – A new class of drugs that targets BCL6, a master regulatory protein responsible for causing the most common type of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, has been designed by researchers from the Sackler Center at Weill Cornell Medical College.

Published in issue of Cancer Cell, the study shows that an experimental compound designed by a team of … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Boffins design new class of drug that kills lymphoma cells.

Novel software to help plan astronaut, shift worker schedules

WASHINGTON – A software that uses mathematical models to help astronauts and ground support personnel better adjust to shifting work and sleep schedules has been developed by researchers.

Shifting work schedules, if not planned out properly, can wreak havoc on a person’s ability to get enough sleep, resulting in poor performance on the job.
Now, boffins funded … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Novel software to help plan astronaut, shift worker schedules.

‘Avatar’ director lauds decision to delay bids on huge Amazon dam, but warns fight not over

‘Avatar’ director lauds ruling on Brazilian dam

BRASILIA, Brazil – Director James Cameron is applauding a Brazilian judge’s decision to temporarily halt bidding on a huge hydroelectric dam, yet he warns the fight is not over in what he calls a “real-life Avatar” battle in the Amazon.
A federal judge in Para state on Wednesday delayed the …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : ‘Avatar’ director lauds decision to delay bids on huge Amazon dam, but warns fight not over.

Mixed race people more successful, hotter

WASHINGTON – Individuals of mixed race are perceived as more attractive than non-mixed race counterparts, according to a new study.

To reach the conclusion, Dr Michael Lewis of Cardiff University’s School of Psychology collected a random sample of 1205 black, white, and mixed-race faces.
Each face was then rated for their perceived attractiveness to others – with …. Read the original article  : Mixed race people more successful, hotter.

Filling fuel for cryogenic engine to start

SRIHARIKOTA – Scientists were Thursday getting ready to launch an Indian-designed and built cryogenic engine to inject an advanced communication satellite into space. The filling of liquid fuel that will power the third stage of the 50-metre tall, 416-tonne Indian rocket to inject the satellite in geo-synchronous orbit is expected to start around 11.30 … Read : Filling fuel for cryogenic engine to start.

Delhi in for another scorching day

NEW DELHI – The national capital woke up to yet another hot day Thursday with the mercury hovering well above the average for this time of the year.

The minimum temperature recorded early Thursday was four degrees above the average, at 23.6 degrees Celsius.
“The maximum temperature today is expected to hover around 39 degrees Celsius, … Read more : Delhi in for another scorching day.

Cape Cod wind project’s fate to be decided this month; other offshore projects years away

Decision on Cape Cod wind project due this month
BOSTON – The Obama administration decides this month after a nine-year review whether the nation’s first wind farm should be built off Cape Cod. If it says no, the industry faces another question with no easy answer: “What’s next?”
Not one of the country’s …. Read the original article  : Cape Cod wind project’s fate to be decided this month; other offshore projects years away.

Magnet used to grow leg of 9-year-old cancer patient

WASHINGTON – A groundbreaking procedure has for the first time magnetically lengthened a nine-year-old cancer patient’s leg.

The feat could rule out the possibility of up to 10 future surgeries for Morgan LaRue, as her body grows.
On March 29, 2010, Morgan … Original article on : Magnet used to grow leg of 9-year-old cancer patient.

Portion of virus that causes pink eye isolated

WASHINGTON – Researchers have been able to determine the part of viral keratoconjunctivitis which causes pink eye, making it possible to come up with a remedy for the problem in future.

Experts have been unsuccessful in finding out …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Our brains can’t handle too much love interest

WASHINGTON – When it comes to choosing romantic partners, the more potential mates a person meets, the more his or her decision is influenced, concludes a new study.

In particular, when people have a large number of potential dating partners to select among, they respond by … Original source on Gaea Times at : Our brains can’t handle too much love interest.

Gene responsible for Duchenne muscular dystrophy can be repaired

WASHINGTON – It is possible to repair the defective gene responsible for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, claim researchers from Universite Laval’s Faculty of Medicine and the CHUQ Research Center.

The team, led by Professor Jacques P. Tremblay, is presenting its new therapeutic approach in an article published in the online version of the scientific journal Gene Therapy.
Duchenne …. Original source  : Gene responsible for Duchenne muscular dystrophy can be repaired.

Electronic ‘nose’ that can predict pleasantness of novel odors created

WASHINGTON – An electronic system has been ‘trained’ by Weizmann Institute scientists to be able to predict the pleasantness of novel odors, just like a human would perceive them.

The breakthrough turns the popular notion that smell is completely personal and culture-specific on its head.
In research published in PLoS Computational Biology, the scientists argue that the …. Original article  : Electronic ‘nose’ that can predict pleasantness of novel odors created.

Astronauts place cargo carrier back aboard space shuttle, delayed by earlier latch trouble

Astronauts put cargo carrier back on space shuttle

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – A cargo carrier is back aboard space shuttle Discovery.
The astronauts began their work day Friday by installing the carrier in Discovery’s payload bay. The job was supposed to be completed Thursday. But problems with the latching system delayed its removal from the International Space … Read more : Astronauts place cargo carrier back aboard space shuttle, delayed by earlier latch trouble.

Religious rituals banned at Chandigarh’s Sukhna Lake

CHANDIGARH – In a bid to maintain ecological balance in and around the the famous Sukhna Lake, the administration Friday banned religious ceremonies and rituals in the area that has been declared a silence zone.

“There is noise and water pollution when people perform religious ceremonies at Sukhna. Therefore, the district magistrate has prohibited these …. Read the original article  : here.

Migration in China may propel gas emission to 13.9 bn tonnes

BEIJING – Around 350 million people in China would migrate to urban areas over the next two decades, which would lead to the emission of more than 13.9 billion tonnes of greenhouse gases, a UN report has said.

China will be under mounting pressure to maintain environment friendly and sustainable development in urban areas because a …. Read the original article  : here.

Amazon defenders put big dam project on hold, but backers _ including president _ undeterred

Ruling stalls Amazon dam, but construction likely

SAO PAULO – As environmentalists cheer a judge’s roadblock to a controversial Amazon dam, its supporters, including Brazil’s president, insist the hydroelectric project is needed and will be built.
Foes of the dam, who were joined this week by “Avatar” director James Cameron and actress Sigourney Weaver, celebrated Thursday over … Read more >>.

Another hot day in store for Delhi

NEW DELHI – A day after the national capital witnessed the hottest day of the season, the met office Friday forecast that the mercury would soar further and cross 43 degrees Celsius.

Delhi Friday recorded a minimum of 23.5 degrees Celsius, four notches above average for this time of the season.
“There … Read more : Another hot day in store for Delhi.

Venture-capital investments rise in 1st quarter, suggesting optimism that economy is improving

Venture-cap investments rise in 1Q, as optimism up

SAN FRANCISCO – Venture capitalists invested more money in U.S. startups during the first three months of 2010 compared with a year earlier, a sign of increasing optimism that the economy is improving.
Last year, the sluggish economy made it harder for startups to find buyers or complete initial …. Source article  : Venture-capital investments rise in 1st quarter, suggesting optimism that economy is improving.

In California, German leader reaffirms commitment to war in Afghanistan, stresses cooperation

In Calif., Merkel addresses Afghanistan, security

PALO ALTO, Calif. – German Chancellor Angela Merkel said Thursday that she remains committed to the war in Afghanistan but recognizes many people in her country doubt whether the military mission is necessary or right.
Her remarks came after news that four German soldiers were killed in a rocket attack in … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : In California, German leader reaffirms commitment to war in Afghanistan, stresses cooperation.

Obama outlines new US space exploration plan

WASHINGTON – US President Barack Obama has outlined his administration\’s new space exploration plan, vowing to increase NASA\’s budget by $6 billion over the next five years.

Speaking at the Kennedy Space Centre Thursday, where America\’s moon missions originated decades ago, Obama said he was “100 percent committed to the mission of NASA and its future\”.
… Read : Obama outlines new US space exploration plan.

Astronauts remove cargo container from space station after struggling with troublesome latch

Astronauts remove troublesome cargo container

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – After struggling for hours with a balky latching system, shuttle Discovery’s astronauts successfully removed a cargo carrier from the International Space Station on Thursday.
They used a giant robot arm to move the compartment close to Discovery’s payload bay. Because it was so late in the crew’s day, … Read more »»».

Obama predicts Americans will soar to Mars in his lifetime, vows support for space exploration

On to Mars: Obama declares, ‘I expect to see it’
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – President Barack Obama boldly predicted Thursday his new plans for space exploration would lead American astronauts on historic, almost fantastic journeys to an asteroid and then to Mars – and in his lifetime … Read more »»».

Brazil Amazon defenders win big victory to halt bidding for construction of massive dam

Amazon defenders win bid to stall huge dam project

SAO PAULO – Environmentalists aided by “Avatar” director James Cameron celebrated a big win Thursday after a judge suspended bidding on construction and operation of an Amazon dam that would be the planet’s third-largest.
The ruling also resulted in the suspension of the hydroelectric project’s environmental license. It …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Obama predicts Americans will soar to Mars in his lifetime, pledges support for NASA

Obama: Americans to Mars within his lifetime
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – President Barack Obama predicted Thursday his new space exploration plans would lead American astronauts to Mars and back in his lifetime, a bold forecast relying on rockets and propulsion still to be imagined and built.
“I expect to be … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Obama predicts Americans will soar to Mars in his lifetime, pledges support for NASA.

Obama pitches changes in NASA direction, pledges ‘100 percent’ support for space program

Obama says he’s committed to NASA and its future
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – President Barack Obama declared Thursday he was “100 percent committed to the mission of NASA and its future” as he outlined plans for federal spending to bring more private companies into space exploration following the soon-to-end space shuttle program.
“We want to … Original article on : Obama pitches changes in NASA direction, pledges ‘100 percent’ support for space program.

Obama pitches changes in direction of NASA, pledges ‘100 percent’ support for space program

Obama: Space program is not a luxury
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – President Barack Obama declared Thursday he was “100 percent committed to the mission of NASA and its future” as he outlined plans for federal spending to bring more private companies into space exploration following the soon-to-end space shuttle program.
“We want to …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Pa. regulators suspend Cabot Oil & Gas drilling over contamination of wells in Pa.

Contamination suspends Cabot’s Pa. gas drilling

ALLENTOWN, Pa. – Pennsylvania environmental regulators on Thursday banned an energy company from drilling in the state until it plugs three natural gas wells believed to have contaminated the drinking water supplies of 14 homes.
The Department of Environmental Protection said Houston-based Cabot Oil & Gas Corp. has failed to abide … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Pa. regulators suspend Cabot Oil & Gas drilling over contamination of wells in Pa..

New iPhone app lets you peek into the depths of universe

WASHINGTON – With a new iPhone application, you can see pictures of a supernova exploding in Orion, a star moving through Cassiopeia, or a cloud of interstellar dust flaring up while being gobbled by a black hole.

Called Transient Events, the application …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : New iPhone app lets you peek into the depths of universe.

New discovery to help diabetics with slow-to-heal wounds

WASHINGTON – With a new discovery about wound-healing process, scientists could offer better treatments to diabetics and other patients who have wounds that take time to heal.

Loyola University Health System researchers found that certain immune system cells slow the wound-healing process.
Thus, … Read more »»».

New stem cell therapy to help women regrow breasts after cancer surgery

MELBOURNE – A new stem cell therapy developed by Melbourne scientists could help women regrow their breasts after cancer surgery.

Doctors at the Bernard O’Brien Institute of Microsurgery will start the trial for new technique called Neopec in coming months.
The new method uses a woman’s own regenerative capacity …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : New stem cell therapy to help women regrow breasts after cancer surgery.

Facebook ‘has healing power once harnessed by ancient Greek philosophers’

MELBOURNE – Facebook and Twitter have a self-healing power which was once harnessed by ancient Greek philosophers, according to a new study.

PhD student Theresa Sauter, from the Queensland University of Technology, is examining how social-networking … Original source on Gaea Times at : Facebook ‘has healing power once harnessed by ancient Greek philosophers’.

Marker indicating developmental potential of stem cells discovered

WASHINGTON – Chinese scientists claim to have found a way to determine which somatic cells, or differentiated body cells, that have been reprogrammed into a primordial, embryonic-like state are the most viable for therapeutic applications.

In a paper published online last week by the …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Ecstasy could help ease trauma long term

LONDON – Ecstasy pills may offer treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), say experts.

According to clinical-trial results presented at a conference in San Jose, California, the effect of the party drug seems to continue for years after the initial treatment, reports Nature.
People can …. Source article  : Ecstasy could help ease trauma long term.

Simplified test for early breast cancer detection on the anvil

WASHINGTON – A library of synthetically produced antibodies that can detect and rapidly validate proteins secreted by breast cancer cells is being built by University of Arkansas researchers.

The researchers’ work will accelerate the process of developing a simple blood test for early detection of breast cancer.
“We want to implement a rapid … Read : Simplified test for early breast cancer detection on the anvil.

No relief from blazing heat in Uttar Pradesh expected

LUCKNOW – There will be no immediate relief from the blazing heat in Uttar Pradesh, the state Met department said Saturday.

Owing to dry hot winds, the maximum temperature and the minimum temperature would continue to remain 4-6 degrees Celsius above average in almost all parts of the state, it said.
Banda remained the hottest in …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : No relief from blazing heat in Uttar Pradesh expected.

Rats use whiskers like human fingers

SYDNEY – Rats use their whiskers much like humans use their fingertips to feel objects as both of them process these sensations in the same part of the brain and in the same way, a new study says.

The finding may shed new light on how many animals use their vital sense of touch to make …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Rats use whiskers like human fingers.

Women run marathons to keep weight down, men sign up for competition

LONDON – Men and women participate in marathons for very different reasons, a study suggests. hile it’s the thrill of competition that attracts many men to taking up marathon running, in case of women, it is for shedding pounds or improving mood.

To reach the conclusion, Elizabeth Loughren, of the University of … Read : Women run marathons to keep weight down, men sign up for competition.

Delhi to sizzle over the weekend

NEW DELHI – Delhiites continued to reel under the scorching heat with the maximum temperature likely to hover around 44 degrees Celsius Saturday, weather officials said.

The minimum temperature recorded Saturday morning was 26.5 degrees Celsius, a good six notches above the normal. The weatherman has forecast a further rise in temperature during the weekend. … Read : Delhi to sizzle over the weekend.

SW Wis. man finds rock scientists believe is part of meteor that lit up Midwestern skies

Wis. man finds rock believed to be meteor fragment

MILWAUKEE – Scientists say an apparent fragment from a meteor that lit up Midwestern skies this week has been recovered in southwestern Wisconsin.
The fragment weighs 0.3 pounds and is about the size of an unshelled peanut. The meteor had streaked across the sky about 10 p.m. Wednesday …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : SW Wis. man finds rock scientists believe is part of meteor that lit up Midwestern skies.

Cameron-backed Amazon dam delay overturned by Brazilian judge, allowing bidding to proceed

Cameron-backed Amazon dam delay nixed by judge

BRASILIA, Brazil – A judge on Friday overturned a decision that could have delayed construction of a huge Amazon dam opposed by environmentalists, Indians and the director of “Avatar.”
The judge in the capital of Brasilia reversed a decision to suspend contract bidding scheduled for next week and also overturned … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Cameron-backed Amazon dam delay overturned by Brazilian judge, allowing bidding to proceed.

It’s not easy being green, but Mo. legislation could make it cheaper for homeowners to try

Mo. homeowners could get help going green
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri homeowners could get help going green through a proposed financing program that would pay the upfront costs for energy efficiency improvements.

The program, called Property Assessed Clean Energy, would allow cities and counties to issue bonds so homeowners can make energy saving improvements to their …. Original source  : It’s not easy being green, but Mo. legislation could make it cheaper for homeowners to try.

Wisconsin Senate leader says no agreement among Democrats on sweeping clean energy bill

Senate leader says no agreement on clean energy

MADISON, Wis. – A massive bill laying out sweeping renewable energy goals for Wisconsin could be in serious trouble as the legislative session winds down.
Senate Majority Leader Russ Decker, D-Weston, said Friday he doesn’t support the measure because he thinks it will raise utility rates. He said Senate …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Wisconsin Senate leader says no agreement among Democrats on sweeping clean energy bill.

Wyoming environmental agency proceeds with uranium permits despite EPA groundwater concerns

Wyo. OK’ing uranium permits despite EPA concerns

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality is proceeding with permits to allow uranium developers to inject wastewater underground despite federal regulators’ concerns.
The department recently issued a draft permit to allow Ur Energy Inc. to operate five underground injection wells at the company’s proposed Lost Creek uranium … Original article on : Wyoming environmental agency proceeds with uranium permits despite EPA groundwater concerns.

Arthritis hurts African Americans and Hispanics more than whites

Washington, April 16 (ANI): A new report has revealed that arthritis causes more problems for African Americans and Hispanics than for whites.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report finds that the prevalence of activity limitation, work limitation … Read more >>>.

Landing on an asteroid is sure to be risky; then again, the mission could save Earth

Obama’s asteroid goal: tougher, riskier than moon
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – Landing a man on the moon was a towering achievement. Now the president has given NASA an even harder job, one with a certain Hollywood quality: sending astronauts to an asteroid, a giant speeding rock, just 15 years from now.
Space experts say such … Read more >>.

Now, iPhone app that helps autistic kids communicate

Sydney, April 16(ANI): An iPhone application has been found to be useful in the treatment of children with autism.

Lisa Domican created picture-based application called Grace app, to help her 10-year-old son Grace, who was unable to speak due to autism, communicate.
Grace found his voice for the … Read more >>>.

Multitasking splits the brain into two parts

London, Apr 16 (ANI): People who think they can juggle more than a few tasks at once with ease, here’s a research: “multi-tasking” skills are limited by the physical division of the brain into two hemispheres.

In a new study, boffins found that when individuals carry out two tasks simultaneously their brains divide each job up …. Read the original article  : Multitasking splits the brain into two parts.

52-year-old dies of heat stroke in Haryana

CHANDIGARH – The prevailing intense heat wave in Haryana has claimed its first victim as temperatures continue to reign five to seven degrees above normal in the state, officials said Sunday.

According to health officials, 52-year-old Rishi Pal died Friday while he was working in his fields in Jhinjhauli village of Sonepat district.
The met department … Read this article on Gaea Times at : 52-year-old dies of heat stroke in Haryana.

E-readers motivate less-enthusiastic kids

WASHINGTON – Electronic readers like Kindle motivate children to read by making them interact with texts in ways they don’t interact with the printed word, an expert says.

Lotta Larson, Kansas-State University (KSU) assistant professor of elementary education, has been using the Amazon Kindle in her work with a pair of second-graders since 2009.
The e-reader … Original article on : E-readers motivate less-enthusiastic kids.

Mobile media venture gives voice to Gond tribals

JASHPUR – Even as this region hits the headlines for the wrong reasons, in particular the running battle with Maoists, an innovative mobile phone-based media venture is giving a voice to the native and badly exploited Gond tribals and helping them reach out to the rest of India.

CGnet Swara, the mobile phone-based information network, has …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Mobile media venture gives voice to Gond tribals.

No respite from heat for Delhiites

NEW DELHI – Delhiites will continue to reel under the scorching heat Sunday with the maximum temperature likely to hover around 43.7 degrees Celsius, weather officials said.

The minimum temperature recorded Sunday morning was 30.6 degrees, six notches above normal.
“There will be no respite from the scorching summer as mercury continues to go northwards. …. Read the original article  : No respite from heat for Delhiites.

Failed mission not to impact May satellite launch

BANGALORE – India is preparing to launch an advanced remote sensing earth observation satellite in May, undeterred by the failure of its cryogenic rocket mission last week, says a senior space official.

“We are going ahead with the schedule of launching the remote sensing Cartosat-2B satellite in the sun-synchronous polar orbit in May second week (8-10) … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Failed mission not to impact May satellite launch.

Electric eco-cars have not yet won the race; hydrogen-powered engines may make a comeback

Hydrogen still in the eco-car race
BERLIN – Hydrogen, one of Earth’s most abundant elements, once was seen as green energy’s answer to the petroleum-driven car: easy to produce, available everywhere and nonpolluting when burned.

Hydrogen energy was defeated by a mountain of obstacles – the fear of explosion by the highly flammable gas, the difficulty of …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

How did eggs and sperm evolve?

LONDON – Scientists have disclosed the secret behind the biggest question in reproductive science-why most sexually reproducing organisms have two contrasting sex cells: large, immobile eggs and plentiful smaller, motile sperm.

To answer the question, James Umen and colleagues at the … Read more »»».

Improved nano diamonds production to improve bio imaging of proteins

MELBOURNE – By developing a new way to keep tiny nano-sized diamonds separated during production, Aussie scientists have opened new avenues in medical imaging.

With the new discovery, scientists can see new light properties not exhibited by larger diamonds.
Led by Associate … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Improved nano diamonds production to improve bio imaging of proteins.

Delhi records hottest April day in 52 years

NEW DELHI – Delhi residents continued to reel under the scorching heat with the mercury rising to 43.7 degrees Celsius, the highest recorded in April in the past 52 years.

According to India Meteorological Department (IMD), there seems to be no respite from heat wave conditions on the weekend as the maximum is likely to … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Delhi records hottest April day in 52 years.

Discovery undocks from ISS, heads for home

WASHINGTON – The space shuttle Discovery undocked from the International Space Station Saturday and headed home after a mission to install a new ammonia tank and deliver experiments and other gear.

The Discovery astronauts completed three spacewalks to install the ammonia tank to the station’s cooling system. But a problem with a stuck valve needed to … Read more : Discovery undocks from ISS, heads for home.

Summer sun scorches Himachal Pradesh

SHIMLA – The mercury continued to rise across the mountainous state of Himachal Pradesh Saturday, recording temperatures five to 10 degrees higher than average. In some areas, it crossed 43 degrees Celsius.

State capital Shimla recorded a high of 29.6 degrees Celsius, 10 notches above average.
“The maximum temperature remained above average by five to 10 [..] Read the original article: here.

Shuttle Discovery undocks from space station; next stop is Earth to wrap up 2-week mission

Discovery leaves space station; next stop is Earth

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – Discovery and its crew left the International Space Station on Saturday and aimed for a homecoming in two days to wrap up one of the last missions of NASA’s storied shuttle program.
The space station residents were “really, really sad” to see their friends go. … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Shuttle Discovery undocks from space station; next stop is Earth to wrap up 2-week mission.

Awesome power of supermassive black holes revealed

WASHINGTON – Nottingham University researchers have shed new light on the super destructive capacity of black holes.

For the study, Asa Bluck in the School of Physics and Astronomy and colleagues, used images of unprecedented depth and resolution from the Hubble Space Telescope and the Chandra X-Ray Observatory to …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Awesome power of supermassive black holes revealed.

Research ushers in new ray of hope for severe alcoholic hepatitis sufferers

WASHINGTON – Two French studies have shed new light on the treatment options for patients suffering from severe alcoholic hepatitis.

The first research showed the positive potential of performing liver transplantation for patients suffering from severe alcoholic hepatitis (SAH) earlier than …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Research ushers in new ray of hope for severe alcoholic hepatitis sufferers.

World’s water cycle has intensified

WASHINGTON – Ocean salinities show an intensified water cycle, according to a new research.
The stronger water cycle means arid regions have become drier and high rainfall regions wetter as atmospheric temperature increases.

The study, co-authored by CSIRO scientists Paul Durack and Dr …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : World’s water cycle has intensified.

‘Java Man’ may have existed millennia before modern man

WASHINGTON – ‘Java Man’ may have existed hundreds of thousands of years before modern day humans (Homo sapiens), suggests a new research.

A majority of anthropologists have believed, until now, that H. erectus may have persisted on the Indonesian island of Java as recently as 30,000 …. Source  : ‘Java Man’ may have existed millennia before modern man.

India’s GSAT-4 rocket lost, but precious payload safe

BANGALORE – A fateful but providential decision by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) saved a precious Indo-Israeli science payload from crashing into the sea in the failed GSLV launch mission Thursday.

Under the original plan, the ultraviolet telescope called TAUVEX was to be carried by GSAT-4, which plunged into the Bay of Bengal after the …. Source  : India’s GSAT-4 rocket lost, but precious payload safe.

2 space crews say goodbye, close hatches between shuttle and station for undocking

2 space crews say goodbye, close hatches
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – It’s almost check-out time for space shuttle Discovery.

The seven shuttle astronauts and six station residents said goodbye and hugged one another Saturday morning. Then they closed the hatches between them in preparation for Discovery’s undocking.
Shuttle commander Alan Poindexter thanked his International Space Station friends for …. Source article  : 2 space crews say goodbye, close hatches between shuttle and station for undocking.

Mystery behind mummy’s missing toe solved after 50 yrs

LONDON – The age-old mystery of Egyptian Pharaoh Akhenaten’s lost left big toe has been solved-it has been residing in Liverpool for the past 50 years.

And this week, the toe has been transferred from the store of University of Liverpool to …. Read the original article  : Mystery behind mummy’s missing toe solved after 50 yrs.

‘Spooky’ technique exhumes graves long lost

WASHINGTON – Canadian scientists are using hyperspectral imaging, a technique that detects minor changes in light from plants and soil caused by a decomposing body, to find unmarked animal graves.

The procedure used by researchers at McGill University could help police solve cases involving missing persons and/or unearth mass …. Original source  : ‘Spooky’ technique exhumes graves long lost.