Human : Science World Report

Nov 08, 2013 03:55 PM EST

Drug Oxantel may Guard Against Periodontitis

A recent study shows how a drug that's currently used to treat intestinal worms could help protect individuals against periodontitis, an advanced gum disease that if left untreated, can erode the structures of the bone that hold together the teeth of the upper jaw.

Nov 08, 2013 12:42 PM EST

Could Gene in Animal Embryos Accelerate Tissue Repair? 'Lin28a' may Heal Injuries

Harvard Medical School scientists have worked to isolate a gene that could potentially accelerate tissue repair.

Nov 08, 2013 10:49 AM EST

23 Million Skip Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests

As colorectal cancer-cancer of the large intestine (colon) or lower part of the digestive system-is ranked as the second leading cancer killer among men and women in the United States after lung cancer, many suffering from the health issue will die without even receiving a diagnostic test.

Nov 08, 2013 08:36 AM EST

Autism Evident in Early Infancy by Tracking Eye Movements

Identifying autism early can make all of the difference in a child's life. Parents can begin treatment far earlier which could greatly improve the child's quality of life. Now, scientists have discovered that eye contact during early infancy may be a key to this early identification.

Nov 08, 2013 08:22 AM EST

Scientists Prepare for Climate Change and its Risks with New Studies

It's more important than ever to prepare for climate change. Already, our environment has been altered due to the burning of fossil fuels, deforestation and large-scale agriculture. Now, scientists have urged the development of studies needed to manage climate risks and capitalize on unexpected oppo...

Nov 08, 2013 06:50 AM EST

Ancient Cave Drawing Dating 4,000-10,000 Year Old Discovered in Brazil

While conducting survey on white-lipped peccaries, a team of researchers discovered ancient cave drawings, that were made by hunter-gatherer societies thousands of years ago.

Nov 08, 2013 07:08 AM EST

Lady Gaga to be The First Artist to Perform in Outer Space in 2015

Lady Gaga is reportedly planning to become the first artist to perform in outer space in early 2015.

Nov 07, 2013 05:12 PM EST

Alcohol and Aggression: Neurological, Environmental Factors may Contribute to Issue

A recent study looks at the links between alcohol-related aggression and certain social and neurobiological factors that may contribute to the issue.

Nov 07, 2013 04:45 PM EST

Preterm Births at 19 Times Greater Risk for Retinal Detachment Later in Life

Children born prematurely face a 19 times greater risk of retinal detachment later in life than peers born at full term.

Nov 07, 2013 03:35 PM EST

Should Men Sit Down to Pass Urine? (Video)

Should men actually sit down to pass urine?

Nov 07, 2013 12:26 PM EST

Bilingualism: Could Speaking Two or More Languages Slow Cognitive Decline?

Staying mentally active into old age can be an essential part of keeping dementia at bay. Yet a recent study shows that speaking a second language may also help slow cognitive decline.

Nov 07, 2013 01:16 PM EST

Newborn Baby's Susceptibility to Infection Explained by Gut Bacteria

There may be a reason behind a newborn infant's susceptibility to infection. It turns out that cells that allow helpful bacteria to safely colonize intestines of newborns also suppress their immune systems to make them more vulnerable to infections because their immune system cells are immature or u...