Category: Study

Novel ‘Honeytrap’ to Attract and Sterilise Male Mosquitoes

Sydney, Jan 8 (IANS) Sex, it seems, works just as fine in luring male mosquitoes as it does with men!…

9 years ago

DNA Changes Affect Nicotine Consumption: Study

New York, Jan 8 (IANS) Small differences in a particular region of the mouse genome can alter nicotine consumption, a…

9 years ago

Study Provides Model to Improve Visual Perception in Robots

London, Jan 8 (IANS) Specially-designed tiny 3D glasses for mantises have proved that the praying insects use 3D vision and…

9 years ago

Gene Tweaking Helped Humans Walk Upright: Study

Washington, Jan 8 (IANS) Researchers at Stanford University have identified a change in gene expression between humans and primates that…

9 years ago

Humans Have Neanderthal Genes to Thank for Strong Immunity

London, Jan 8 (IANS) Interbreeding with Neanderthals in Europe thousands of years ago left humans with gene variations that have…

9 years ago

Blocking Brain Inflammation Could Treat Alzheimer’s

London, Jan 8 (IANS) Blocking a receptor in the brain responsible for regulating immune cells could protect against the memory…

9 years ago

Smokers with Pneumonia at Higher Risk Of Lung Cancer

New York, Jan 8 (IANS) Smokers hospitalised for pneumonia are at higher risk of getting diagnosed with lung cancer within…

9 years ago

Laser Made Simpler, More Powerful

New York, Jan 8 (IANS) A team of US scientists has made ever-important laser simpler, more versatile and powerful by…

9 years ago

Valuing Your Time, Not Money, Will Bring Happiness

Toronto, Jan 8 (IANS) If you thought money is what ultimately brings more happiness, you could not be farther from…

9 years ago

‘Selfish’ Genes Tell US to Stay Home when Sick

London, Jan 8 (IANS) There are some "selfish" genes which tell you to stay in bed whenever you feel sick,…

9 years ago

Know Why You Often Lose While Gambling

New York, Jan 8 (IANS) Can't figure out why you lose every time while playing poker with friends? Blame it…

9 years ago

Pathogens Found in Otzi the Iceman’s Stomach

London, Jan 8 (IANS) Genetic analysis of the mummified remains of Otzi the Iceman, the Copper Age man who was…

9 years ago

Roman Toilets Gave No Clear Health Benefits

London, Jan 8 (IANS) The Romans are known for their apparent hygienic innovations, including public multi-seat latrines with washing facilities…

9 years ago

Dinosaur Foreplay: They Danced to Woo Mates

New York, Jan 8 (IANS) Just like modern birds, gigantic dinosaurs engaged in a ritual of dance to woo their…

9 years ago

Head-Down Yoga Postures Fatal for Glaucoma Patients: Study

New York, Jan 8 (IANS) For people suffering from glaucoma, certain yoga positions - especially head-down postures - and other…

9 years ago

One in Four Kids Sexually Harassed by Friends Online

New York, Jan 8 (IANS) It's not just strangers who target children online. One in four children is being sexually…

9 years ago

Watching Fitness DVDs at Home Harms You

New York, Jan 8 (IANS) Using exercise DVDs to work out at home may sound like a good idea but…

9 years ago

Energy Sensor a Potential Target for Future Cancer Drugs

New York, Jan 8 (IANS) An energy sensing enzyme can potentially become a therapeutic target for future cancer drugs as…

9 years ago

Drought, Heat Take Toll on Global Crops

Toronto, Jan 7 (IANS) Drought and extreme heat slashed global cereal harvests between 1964 and 2007, and the impact of…

9 years ago

Globular Star Clusters May Host Planet with Intelligent Life

New York, Jan 7 (IANS) Contradicting current beliefs, a team of researchers, including one from India, has said that globular…

9 years ago



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