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Amazon Forest
Nov 22, 2015 01:18 PM EST

Amazon Tree Species Face Major Threats: More Than Half Globally Threatened

More than half of the tree species in the Amazon rainforest may be globally threatened.

Rose
Nov 22, 2015 08:35 AM EST

Cyborg Rose Created When Digital Electronics were Inserted into a Living Plant

Researchers have created analog and digital electronics circuits inside living planets. Using the vascular system of living roses, the scientists have managed to build key components of electronic circuits.

Planetary Nebulae
Nov 22, 2015 07:53 AM EST

Scientists Pin Down Ghostly, Planetary Nebulae with New Technique

Planetary nebulae may have just gotten a more meaningful physical presence.

Nearly 43 Percent of the Teens Text While Driving: Study
Nov 21, 2015 07:11 PM EST

Teens On ADHD Medications Bullied More, Researchers Say

Teenagers who take medication for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be more likely to be bullied, according to a recent study.

Mini Stroke Ups Risk of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Study Finds
Nov 20, 2015 06:11 PM EST

Bilingualism Linked To Better Cognitive Recovery Following Stroke

Bilingual patients are twice as likely to recover with normal cognitive function following a stroke than those who only speak one language, according to a recent study.

Alzheimer's disease is expected to triple by 2050, but light treatment could help alleviate symptoms.
Nov 20, 2015 05:00 PM EST

Light Treatment May Even Help Non-Seasonal Depression

A new study suggests that light therapy may also benefit some with non-seasonal depression.

Ancient Ocean Temperatures Determines Future Climate Patterns
Nov 20, 2015 04:23 PM EST

Ancient Ocean Temperatures Determines Future Climate Patterns

In a Yale University study, researcher examined the temperatures of ancient oceans from five thousand years ago.

Intake of Alcohol Before Pregnancy Tied to Intestinal Birth Defect
Nov 20, 2015 04:04 PM EST

Biomarker Predicts Preeclampsia Development Early As Six Weeks

A new biomarker may help predict the development of preeclampsia as early as six weeks into pregnancy, according to a recent study.

Evolving Fuel Cell Catalysts Captured Through Microscopy Technique
Nov 20, 2015 03:49 PM EST

Evolving Fuel Cell Catalysts Captured Through Microscopy Technique

Scientists at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory have created new microscopy technique that captures a view of evolving fuel cell catalysts.

Spectrometer
Nov 20, 2015 03:01 PM EST

New Asteroid Mining Tool May Detect Precious Metals in Space

A new detector may be a huge leap forward for asteroid mining. Scientists have created a gamma-ray spectroscope that may just be perfectly suited for detecting rare metals hidden within asteroids.

Asteroid Buzzed Earth Hours After Its Discovery
Nov 20, 2015 02:44 PM EST

Asteroid Buzzed Earth Hours After Its Discovery

Asteroid 2015 VY105 was seen over the Pacific Ocean earlier this week by the Catalina Sky Survey in Arizona.

Prostate Cancer
Nov 20, 2015 02:30 PM EST

Prostate Cancer And Yoga: The Exercise May Help Patients

Yoga may benefit men undergoing radiation therapy for prostate cancer, according to a recent study.

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