Research : Science World Report

Apr 21, 2014 08:03 PM EDT

New Research Suggests Scare Tactics of Strict Teachers Affect the Psychology of Students

For colleges and universities throughout the United States, finals week is taking place within the next month. A very stressful week for many could be worsened if teachers and professors reiterate consequences of poor performance.

Apr 19, 2014 06:31 PM EDT

Research Finds New Potential Depression Treatment for Parkinson's Disease Patients

Scientists from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine recently conducted a study to assess depression treatment for patients with Parkinson’s Disease by examining both depressed and non-depressed patients.

Apr 08, 2014 10:13 AM EDT

Biochemistry Research Finds Antibiotic Resistance Enzyme

Aminoglycosides are a class of antibiotics that doctors prescribe for serious or life-threatening infections. Biochemistry researchers found a mobile gene that is resistant to this class of antibiotics, which could put people at an unwanted risk.

Apr 03, 2014 03:52 PM EDT

Sports Coaches and Anger: The Psychology Behind Inability to Control Emotions

You've probably seen your favorite football coach incessantly screaming on the sidelines for seemingly no apparent reason. His actions are most likely relative to his passion, but new research suggests that underlying psychological issues could play a role as well.

Mar 18, 2014 03:48 PM EDT

Shortness of Breath Could be a New Symptom of Heart Failure, Research Suggests

Scientists may have discovered a new heart failure symptom in their study entitled, “Characterization of a Novel Symptom of Advanced Heart Failure: Bendopnea.”

Mar 17, 2014 08:27 PM EDT

Drinking and Driving: Research Shows Why Drunk Teens Get Behind the Wheel

Perhaps influence plays more than one role in drunk driving. A recent study revealed that teens who get in the car with intoxicated drivers are more likely to get behind the wheel another time when they’re under the influence.

Mar 12, 2014 03:27 PM EDT

Turing's Morphogenesis Theory Finally Confirmed 60 Years After His Death

Scientists have finally validated Turing's theory of morphogenesis 60 years after his death.

Mar 06, 2014 04:34 PM EST

Research Reveals How Marijuana Relieves Anxiety

Last month, ESPN reported that Ryan Clark, the safety for the Pittsburgh Steelers, said that his teammates used marijuana as a means to relieve pain and manage stress. Now, a new study shows sheds light on marijuana use for managing stress.

Mar 05, 2014 08:10 PM EST

Facebook Use Linked to Higher Risk of Eating Disorders

Facebook is an online social networking service that is used by over 800 million people worldwide. Now, researchers have found that frequent use of this website can affect one's health.

Mar 03, 2014 12:31 PM EST

Lyme Disease May be Sexually Transmitted: New Information on Symptoms

Lyme disease is transmitted to humans through blacklegged ticks that are infected with the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi. Medical experts believe that the already-broad definition of the disease has led to poor treatments and misdiagnoses.

Feb 20, 2014 04:28 PM EST

Vegetable Research Reveals More Cancer Resistant Properties in Broccoli

Broccoli has been known to possess anti-cancer properties through scientific studies. Researchers have found that the combination of two natural compounds can help prolong broccoli’s shelf life and increase the presence of anti-cancer agents.

Feb 20, 2014 01:24 PM EST

Scientists Hope to Promote Water Conservation Through Block-Rate Budgets

Have you ever left the faucet running while brushing your teeth? Or left the shower on as you tended to another chore before hopping in? This increased water usage may cost you if a new price structure is enacted.