Technology ‘most popular homework excuse’

LONDON – A new UK survey has revealed that traditional excuses, which kids usually give their teachers regarding their homework, have now been replaced by ones involving technology.

Online backup company Mozy, which carried … Read more : Technology ‘most popular homework excuse’.

3 out of 4 cats have no qualms wearing a collar, despite owners’ fears

WASHINGTON – Almost three out of four cats wear collars despite their owners being sceptical about its success, revealed a study.

In a new six-month study, almost 60 percent animals’ tolerance of collars exceeded owners’ expectations that their cat would keep the collar on without much trouble.he researchers suggest … Read more »».

Critical ‘traffic engineer’ of the nervous system found

LONDON – Researchers have identified a critical enzyme that keeps traffic flowing in the right direction in the nervous system-a feat that could pave the way for new treatments for conditions such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.

“There was no medical or any other applied science drive for this project; …. Read the original article  : here.

‘Relaxing’ massage also gives body’s immune system a boost

WASHINGTON – Love going for that occasional massage appointment in the nearest spa? Well, now there is a reason to increase the frequency of your visit to the massage parlour-it actually boosts your immune system.

Researchers in Cedars-Sinai’s Department of Psychiatry and …. Source article  : ‘Relaxing’ massage also gives body’s immune system a boost.

New gene for memory identified in fruit fly could provide Alzheimer’s clues

WASHINGTON – Scientists have for the first time identified a new gene that is required for memory formation in Drosophila, the common fruit fly.

The gene may have similar functions in humans, shedding light on neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease or … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : New gene for memory identified in fruit fly could provide Alzheimer’s clues.

Hyundai shows off South Korea’s first electric car as president takes test drive

Hyundai shows off SKorea’s first electric car
SEOUL, South Korea – Hyundai Motor unveiled its first electric car Thursday – the BlueOn – as it moves to catch up with Japanese rivals that have jumped ahead in the field.
Hyundai showed off the car on the grounds of Seoul’s hillside Blue House, the office and …. Original article  : Hyundai shows off South Korea’s first electric car as president takes test drive.

Apple’s new iWatch can be worn on wrist

LONDON – Apple launched the nifty new iPod nano dubbed ‘iWatch’, arguably the smallest music player in the market which can be worn on the wrist.

It is functionally similar to the iPod and iPhone and also boasts a ‘multi-touch’ screen, allowing more than one finger to be used on the screen at once. … Read more >>.

130 mn-year-old hunchback, feathered ‘camel’ dino found in Europe

WASHINGTON – Scientists have uncovered remains of a hunchbacked dinosaur species that sprouted spiky, featherlike shafts on its arms; was probably a powerful runner; and likely ate small dinosaurs, crocodiles, and early mammals.

The Concavenator corcovatus -”the hunchback hunter from Cuenca”- skeleton was found in central Spain after … Read more »»».

Brain mechanism linked to relapse after cocaine withdrawal discovered

WASHINGTON – New research has uncovered a specific neural mechanism in the brain that may be linked to persistent drug-seeking behaviour – a find that could aid development of new therapies for cocaine addiction.

Certain areas in the brain are activated when cocaine users experience …. Source  : Brain mechanism linked to relapse after cocaine withdrawal discovered.

Indian-origin doc’s ‘chewing gum’ cure to save kids across world

LONDON – A new brain surgery technique, which has been invented by an Indian-origin doctor to save the life of a seriously ill newborn baby, is set to be used by medical practitioners to treat children all over the world.

Jo Bhattacharya, …. Original source  : Indian-origin doc’s ‘chewing gum’ cure to save kids across world.

‘Google Instant’ promises search results ‘at the speed of thought’

LONDON – Google has launched a new product ‘Google Instant’ that displays search results as soon as users type in queries.

“This is search at the speed of thought. It represents a quantum leap in search,” the BBC quoted company as saying.

‘Google Instant’ goes live in the next week and on …. Read the original article  : ‘Google Instant’ promises search results ‘at the speed of thought’.

Vitamin B ‘new weapon against Alzheimer’s’

LONDON – Vitamin B could prove to be a revolutionary weapon against Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study.

Researchers say that high doses of B vitamins may halve the rate of brain shrinkage in older people experiencing some of …. Read the original article  : Vitamin B ‘new weapon against Alzheimer’s’.

Was Alexander the Great’s half-brother buried at Vergina?

WASHINGTON – University of Bristol researchers have challenged a claim that the brother of Alexander the Great, Arrhidaios, was indeed buried at Vergina.

The tomb was discovered during the excavation of a large mound – the Great Tumulus – at Vergina in 1977.

Dr Jonathan Musgrave and his colleagues, however, have said that evidence from the … Read more : Was Alexander the Great’s half-brother buried at Vergina?.

Soon: ‘Acoustic fingerprints’ to turn keypad phones into touch screen ones!

LONDON – Mobile phone users who have always longed for a touch-screen phone have reason to rejoice, for new software renders the entire casing and LCD display of a standard phone sensitive to touch – or, rather, the sounds of touch.

Called TouchDevice, the software can convert your regular, ordinary phone into a touch screen phone, [..] Read the original article: here.

High testosterone levels linked to self-destructive CEO behaviour in M and As

WASHINGTON – Higher testosterone levels have been linked to higher aggression levels in men, and now a study indicates that in CEOs negotiating mergers and acquisitions, increased levels are linked to a higher rate of dropped deals and an increase in hostile takeover attempts.

“We find a strong association between male CEOs being young and their … Original source on Gaea Times at : High testosterone levels linked to self-destructive CEO behaviour in M and As.

Satellite data uncover seasonal pollution changes over India

WASHINGTON – Using satellite data of almost 10 years, University of Illinois atmospheric scientists have documented some surprising trends in aerosol pollution concentration, distribution and composition over the Indian subcontinent.

In addition to environmental impact, aerosol pollution, or tiny particles suspended in the air, can be detrimental to human health by causing a range of …. Source  : Satellite data uncover seasonal pollution changes over India.

Yamuna set to touch danger mark

NEW DELHI – With heavy rains in areas catchment areas near Delhi, the Yamuna is set to touch the danger mark of 204.83 meters Thursday evening, an official said.

The department of irrigation and flood control is on high alert but the official said there was nothing to worry — for now.
With huge volumes of … Read : Yamuna set to touch danger mark.

Weight loss linked to dementia, cancer

MELBOURNE – Researchers from the Kyungpook National University, Daegu, have said that losing weight can be toxic for your health, and even lead to dementia and cancer.

Long-term weight loss can lead to the release of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) into the blood, which might in turn damage the internal organs of the body, they claimed.

POPs … Read : Weight loss linked to dementia, cancer.

‘Lunar bridge’ discovered on far side of Moon

MELBOURNE – NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) has discovered a natural lunar bridge on the far side of the Moon.

Mark Robinson, Principal Investigator of the LRO Camera team, said that the bridge was seven metres wide and 20m long and spanned a canyon between two and four stories deep, reports News.com.au.

“Natural bridges on the …. Read the original article  : ‘Lunar bridge’ discovered on far side of Moon.

Fossil find indicates earliest life existed 270m years ago

MELBOURNE – A discovery of well-preserved fossils in Western Australia’s Pilbara region has revealed that life on Earth existed earlier than thought – 270 million years ago.

David Flannery at the University of New South Wales Australian Centre for Astrobiology said that the find indicates the earliest sign of oxygenic photosynthesis yet found.

According to ABC Science, … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Fossil find indicates earliest life existed 270m years ago.