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Oct 21, 2013 09:37 PM EDT

Using Mathematics for Predicting the Chances of a Kickstarter Project

Vincent Etter, doctoral student in communication systems, has developed an analysis tool for projects seeking for funding in the Kickstarter website. After a few hours, it is capable of predicting with amazing accuracy whether the submitted project will succeed or fail.

Oct 21, 2013 01:50 PM EDT

Scientists Uncover Internal Biological Clock: Slowing Down Aging

Everyone grows older over time. We age and change as our bodies react to our external environment. Yet scientists have wondered exactly why we age for years. Now, they've discovered a biological clock embedded in our genomes that may shed new light on why our bodies age and how we could potentially ...

Oct 21, 2013 09:29 AM EDT

Archaeological Gender Switch: Etruscan Warrior Prince Was Really a Princess

It's a case of archaeological gender switching. Last month, researchers unearthed a completely sealed tomb that held the remains of an Etruscan prince with a spear along with the ashes of his deceased wife. Now, a bone analysis has shown that this prince wasn't really a prince--instead, the warrior ...

Oct 21, 2013 08:48 AM EDT

How to Keep an Aging Mind Sharp: Learning New Skills Helps the Brain

Want to keep your mind sharp? Then you'd better use it. Older adults are often encouraged to stay active and engaged to keep their brains in shape. Now, though, scientists have discovered that only certain activities are likely to improve cognitive functioning. The findings could allow older adults ...

Oct 21, 2013 10:24 AM EDT

Breast Milk Sold Online Causes Illness in Infants: Study

Breast milk is a coveted commodity and it is a trend that has become frequent in the past several years. But breast milk selling is dangerous. A new study warns mothers buying breast milk online stating it is likely to trigger illness in infants.

Oct 21, 2013 10:32 AM EDT

Ancient Desert Rock Formation in Utah’s Goblin Valley Destroyed by Boy Scout Leaders [VIDEO]

Two Utah Boy Scout leaders who deliberately toppled the 20-million-year old ancient desert rock formation in a state park are now receiving death threats after the video filming their reprehensible act went viral, sparkling an international outcry.

Oct 21, 2013 10:33 AM EDT

Housework Inversely Linked to Leanness: Study

A new study suggests that housework that women claim as exercise is infact inversely related to leanness.

Oct 21, 2013 07:30 AM EDT

Genetics Suggest Early Human Ancestors Crossed Marine Barriers and Mated With Modern Humans

A team of scientist claim that the recently discovered ancient human relatives 'the Denisovans' crossed the marine barrier in Indonesia and mated with modern humans.

Oct 20, 2013 11:45 PM EDT

Delayed Gratification may Hurt Climate Change: Study

A recent study shows that delayed gratifications may damage climate change cooperation.

Oct 20, 2013 06:38 PM EDT

CA Study Shows Soda Consumption Increases for Adolescents, Decreases in Children

A recent study shows that soda consumption is down in California, which appears to be due to the help of several health campaigns advocated in the area for better diet.

Oct 19, 2013 10:30 AM EDT

Actelion Receives a Nod From FDA for Opsumit to Treat Hypertension

A new drug Opsumit got a nod from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat adults with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).

Oct 19, 2013 10:30 AM EDT

WHO: Lead Poisoning Takes a Toll on 143,000 Young Lives Every Year

With International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week round the corner, the World Health Organization (WHO) on Friday called for discarding the use of lead paint and opt for safe alternatives in order to protect the lives of young kids who are highly susceptible to risk of health problems caused by lead...