New research indicates a 'troubled' greenhouse is brewing
Climates like those of the movie "Monsoon Wedding" may extend more widely into Africa, North America and South America, according to a University of Oregon geologist's analysis of an ancient greenhouse event. "We know the gathering greenhouse will be warm, but this new information confirms that the contrast between the rainy season and the dry season will increase dramatically," says Greg...Vampire bats keep out of trouble by running
Although most people think of bats as stealthy mammals that flit about in the night sky, at least one species has evolved a terrestrial trot never before seen in bats, according to a recent Cornell University study. It's known that the common vampire bats of Central and South America behave much more like four-legged terrestrial mammals, in that they like to walk around on the ground; othe...Double trouble: Cells with duplicate genomes can trigger tumors
Abnormal cell division that yields cells with an extra set of chromosomes can initiate the development of tumors in mice, researchers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute have shown, validating a controversial theory about cancer causation put forth by a scientific visionary nearly 100 years ago. The so-called "double-value" cells are produced by random errors in cell division that occur with u...Fast test for low blood flow in dogs detects early heart trouble
Working with dogs and using the latest in imaging software and machinery, also known as a 64-slice CT scanner, Johns Hopkins heart specialists have developed a fast and accurate means of tracking blood that has been slowed down by narrowing of the coronary arteries. Researchers say it took them less than half the time of exercise stress tests and echocardiograms currently used to find early war...Detecting Your Companys Early Trouble Signs
CHICAGO, IL Growing up, "life turns on a dime" was one of my mother's favorite expressions. She always told me that life could change in the blink of an eye. Personally, this happened to me in May 1995 when I woke up and had blurry vision. A few days later, I was diagnosed with diabetes. That day changed my life forever. Business also turns on a dime. It's a constant roller c...Trouble-shooting: Non-specific bands
Here are some troubleshooting hints that we have gathered regarding non-specific bands after PCR reactions: <a href="#Option1">Non-optimal Mg<s...Trouble-shooting: Misincorporation or low fidelity
Here are some troubleshooting hints that we have gathered regarding misincorporation or low fidelity of PCR reactions: <a href="#Option1">Magne...Troubled Childhood found to affect your Liver
Researchers believe a troubled childhood can lead to an increased risk of liver disease. Chronic liver disease and cirrhosis is one of the 10 leading causes of death in the United States. Drug use and high-risk sexual activity are common causes of hepatitis.// Alcohol abuse and hepatitis are both causes of liver disease. The researchers theorized abuse or neglect during childhood...Troubled Childhood found to affect your Liver
Researchers believe a troubled childhood can lead to an increased risk of liver disease. Chronic liver disease and cirrhosis is one of the 10 leading // causes of death in the United States. Drug use and high-risk sexual activity are common causes of hepatitis. Alcohol abuse and hepatitis are both causes of liver disease. Researchers theorized abuse or neglect during childhood would lead to risky...Policemen face trouble fighting malaria
Malaria has killed one policeman and affected at least 20 deployed to fight Maoist extremists in Orissa's Sambalpur district, a policeman said Saturday. The state government has deployed over a hundred men of the Orissa State Armed Police // in three villages of Sambalpur district where Maoists had killed five people last month. "There is no basic healthcare in the villages wh...Socialization A Serious Trouble For Childhood Cancer Survivors
A new study finds children who survive cancer have about twice the rate of educational and social problems compared to children without a history of cancer. The study finds children with brain tumors, neuroblastoma // , or leukemia and children treated with cranial radiation therapy (CRT) are at greatest risk for educational difficulties and social isolation. As therapies for childhood...Toddlers Have Respiratory Trouble When Sleeping With Their Face Up
Controversial data has been obtained regarding the ideal sleeping position for toddlers with a new study stating that breathing difficulties //are more likely to occur when they sleep on their backs rather than on their side or other positions. This effect is more likely to be experienced by children who have sleep apnea, a common sleeping disorder associated with respiratory trouble....