Kathleen Lees : Science World Report

Dec 16, 2013 10:51 AM EST

Prolonged Marijuana Use Linked to Poor Memory

According to researchers from Northwestern Medicine, they found that heavy and prolonged use of marijuana can alter brain function and cognitive abilities.

Dec 16, 2013 10:05 AM EST

Experimental Vaccine made from Patients Own Brain Tumor Tissue

A recent study looks at an experimental vaccine that helps to treat glioblastoma multiforme (BGM).

Dec 16, 2013 08:49 AM EST

Could Comb Jellyfish be Humans’ Oldest Ancestors?

Scientists from the University of Miami and the National Human Genome Research Institute, NHGRI, believe that comb jelly fish may have been the oldest multicellular animal on the planet-a position that was previously occupied by sea sponges.

Dec 16, 2013 07:41 AM EST

African Mosquito-Bred Virus "Chikungunya" Spreads to the Americas

The World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed on Dec. 6 that the Caribbean isle of Saint Martin, located off the eastern coast of Puerto Rico, harbors two cases of the African mosquito-bred virus formerly known as "chikungunya."

Dec 15, 2013 05:32 PM EST

Silencing Signals Sent by Parasite Could Prevent Sleeping Sickness

Scientists have made a new discovery that could potentially help tackle the spread of a parasite that causes sleeping sickness.

Dec 15, 2013 04:30 PM EST

How Climate Change may Endanger Caribou Habitat

A recent study shows how climate change played a role in the evolution of reindeer native to Northern Europe, Asia and North America.

Dec 15, 2013 11:34 AM EST

FDA Approves Magnetic Energy Stimulating Device for Migraine Treatment

Though many Americans suffer from migraines, common medications and relaxation techniques may not be enough to solve the problem. Fortunately, the FDA has just approved a new migraine device that involves a transcranial magnetic stimulator (TMS) through the power of magnetic energy.

Dec 13, 2013 06:19 PM EST

Every Person has their Own Unique Scent

Just as everyone has their own individual and unique fingerprint, so does every individual when it comes to body odor.

Dec 13, 2013 04:30 PM EST

Exercise may Alleviate Reduction in Libido Associated with Antidepressants

As previous studies have shown that taking antidepressants can lower your sex drive, a recent study suggests that for women, regular work outs may provide a better way to tackle a low libido.

Dec 13, 2013 02:48 PM EST

HIV-Infected Women at Higher Risk for Cardiovascular Issues

Researchers from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) uncovered a possible mechanism behind the increased risk of cardiovascular disease in women infected with HIV which may be higher than HIV-infected men. Their findings also showed increased immune system activation that may potentially contribute...

Dec 13, 2013 01:52 PM EST