Human : Science World Report

Jul 18, 2013 02:00 PM EDT

Marriage Rate is Lowest it's Been in a Century at 31 Percent

With some statistics suggesting that close to 40 percent of marriages end in divorce, new research shows that fewer women are getting married. And for those that are, they're taking a longer amount of time to say "I do."

Jul 18, 2013 12:33 PM EDT

New Treatment Could Change Dietary Habits for Patients with Short-Bowel Syndrome

A new drug could offer significant relief for patients with short-bowel syndrome intestinal failure who are reliant on intravenous nutrition.

Jul 18, 2013 11:57 AM EDT

Genetic 'Switch' May Help Turn Off Down's Syndrome Genes

Researchers believe that the insertion of one gene can help ward off the extra copy of chromosome 21 that causes Down's syndrome, according to a recent study.

Jul 18, 2013 11:25 AM EDT

Could a New Brainwave Test Help More Accurately Diagnose ADHD?

Will the Neuropsychiatric EEG-Based Assessment Aid (NEBA) System that measures electrical impulses given off by neurons in the brain help to more accurately diagnose ADHD?

Jul 18, 2013 11:21 AM EDT

Spacewalk Emergency Floods Astronaut's Helmet with Water: Dangers of Space

During a spacewalk at the International Space Station on Tuesday, NASA ran into a bit of a problem. The Italian astronaut, Luca Parmitano, suddenly found that his helmet was flooding with water. Now, officials are trying to figure out what exactly caused this dangerous situation.

Jul 18, 2013 10:50 AM EDT

Chemical in Cosmetics Could Cause Thyroid Fluctuations

Some cosmetics could be carrying chemicals that can cause dangerous changes in thyroid function, according to a new study.

Jul 18, 2013 09:56 AM EDT

Exercise Pill Provides Benefits of Physical Activity Without Exertion

Scientists at both Washington University and Saint Louis University believe they may be able to a produce a pill that provides all the benefits of exercise.

Jul 17, 2013 04:40 PM EDT

Low Vitamin D Levels Can Create Physical Limitations in Older Adults

Vitamin D can be essential for the performance of everyday activities of older individuals.

Jul 17, 2013 03:33 PM EDT

'Intelligent' Surgical Knife Can Detect Cancerous Cells

Researchers may have actually found an "intelligent" surgical knife that can detect cancerous cells as the blade cuts tissue.

Jul 17, 2013 11:51 AM EDT

Higher Levels of Fat in Muscles, Organs Raises Risk of Osteoporosis

Higher levels of fat in the liver, muscle tissue and blood are often associated with higher amounts of fat in the bone marrow, which can increase the risk for osteoporosis, according to a recent study.

Jul 17, 2013 11:03 PM EDT

Humans and Birds Have Similar Brain Wiring

The human brain is certainly unique. However, a new study shows that it's wirings are very similar to that of a bird.

Jul 17, 2013 11:09 AM EDT

Bird Brained: Human and Pigeon Brains Wired Similarly

Humans may be a bit bird brained--sort of. Scientists have recently discovered that humans and birds have brains that are wired in similar ways, showing that we may share a little bit more in common than we thought with our feathered companions.