Stanford University : Science World Report

Jun 29, 2017 06:59 AM EDT

Stanford Engineers Design Robot To Clean Space Debris

A robot with gecko-like grip may be the answer to space cleanup.

Aug 18, 2016 05:30 AM EDT

Scientists Discovered Morphin-Like Painkiller Without Lethal Risks

Scientists have discovered a painkiller that works like morphine minus the negative side effects

Jun 29, 2016 07:11 AM EDT

A 30-Minute Walk In A Natural Environment May Reduce Risks Of Depression, High Blood Pressure

A new study reveal that spending at least 30 minutes in a natural environment can reduce the risk of depression and high blood pressure.

Apr 14, 2016 11:33 AM EDT

Social Status Is Life-Expectancy Determining Factor, Not Race: Study

Stanford University researchers conlcuded tat life expectancy and income are directly proportional in the United States.

Feb 04, 2016 12:13 AM EST

This Test For Cystic Fibrosis May Help Patients Get Treatment Sooner

New findings published in the Journal of Molecular Diagnostics examine a newly developed screen test that looks for cystic fibrosis in newborns.

Dec 15, 2015 11:00 PM EST

Viral, Bacterial Infections Can Be Determined Through Gene Expression Pattern

It's now possible to distinguish between viral and bacterial infections, according to a recent study.

Nov 18, 2015 12:37 PM EST

Autism: New Treatment Options May Available, Oxytocin Increase Could Help

Olga Peñagarikano and Daniele Piomelli have recently made advancements in finding out if oxytocin levels could have a positive effect on those with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Oct 30, 2015 10:49 AM EDT

Scott Kelly Breaks NASA Space Single Flight Record, 216 Days in Orbit

On Thursday, U.S. astronaut Scott Kelly clocked his 216th day in orbit, breaking the previous record for a single space flight of 215 days, set by Michael López-Alegría in 2007. He and his brother Mark will be part of unique study about space's effect on the human body.

Oct 05, 2015 11:58 AM EDT

Enzyme Malfunction May Cause Binge Drinking To Lead To Alcoholism

Scientists have identified a malfunctioning enzyme as a possible reason that binge drinking increases the odds of alcoholism.

Aug 18, 2015 10:21 PM EDT

Vaginal Bacteria May Increase The Risk Of Preterm Birth

Certain types of microbial communities or microbiota may increase the risk of premature birth, according to researchers at Stanford University. A new study monitored the bacterial neighborhoods in different parts of a woman's reproductive tract, which can potentially determine the risk.