Kathleen Lees : Science World Report

May 13, 2013 10:19 AM EDT

Is Your Teen Texting and Driving? They May Also Not Be Wearing Their Seat Belt

Teens that text and drive also may not be wearing their seat belt.

May 13, 2013 09:55 AM EDT

Tickles Trigger Different Area of the Brain than Laughter Alone

A new German study shows tickle triggering laughter is different than that brought on by just a joke.

May 12, 2013 11:21 PM EDT

Congenital Heart Disease Linked to Various Birth Defects

A new study shows that sequencing analysis of congenital heart disease brings us closer to understanding the most common type of birth defect.

May 12, 2013 09:33 PM EDT

Least-Safe Cities: Are They Really What You Think?

According to a survey regarding America's 50 biggest metro areas, residents of the biggest metro areas feel scarcely less secure than the national average as a whole.

May 12, 2013 09:24 PM EDT

Anti-Cocaine Vaccine May Help Prevent Drug From Reaching Brain

Researchers are working on an anti-cocaine vaccine that may help prevent drugs from reaching the brain and affecting dopamine levels.

May 10, 2013 01:16 PM EDT

Up the Ante: Gold-Based Laser Sutures Could Replace Stitches

Surgery might just be taking a royal turn.

May 10, 2013 12:18 PM EDT

Do You Throw Away Your Moral Values at the Market?

As many people may express objections against child labor, exploitation of the workforce or meat production that involves cruelty against animals, many also ignore the same things they stand for when it comes to the market, including searching for the cheapest electronics, fashion or food.

May 10, 2013 11:53 AM EDT

What is the Right Amount, Type and Length of Exercise For Those with Major Depression?

A new study examines what is the appropriate amount, type and length of physical activity for those suffering from major depression.

May 10, 2013 11:26 AM EDT

East Coast Methane Seep Shows Diverse Population of Animals, Life

Researchers from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) discovered a variety of life surrounding a methane seep on the seafloor.

May 10, 2013 10:55 AM EDT

'Fat Talk': Women Hate Hearing About Other Women's Bodies

When women negatively critique their bodies in order to gain attention, researchers refer to this as "fat talk."

May 10, 2013 10:31 AM EDT

Man's Best Friend May Help Your Heart Health

According to the American Heart Association, having a pet could be an added bonus to a healthy life.

May 10, 2013 10:10 AM EDT

Women Critical in the Development of Better Sunless Tanning Products, Could Prevent Cancer from Ultraviolet Rays

Women's role in the development of sunless tanning products will not only help those wanting to achieve a tanned look, but may help keep some away from tanning-beds.