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Hormone duo may protect some women against PTSD
New research could clarify why not all women with traumatic childhoods develop PTSD. Childhood trauma is known to increase the risk of PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) in adulthood, especially for...
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Check out the tiny muscles birds use to fly
A 3D model of the skeletal muscles responsible for bird flight provides the most comprehensive and detailed picture of anatomy to date, researchers say. The study will form the basis of future research...
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Voltage shows when neurons are ‘out of whack’
Researchers have discovered that a neuron’s own electrical signal, or voltage, can indicate whether it is functioning normally. If that voltage is absent, scientists say everything is “out of whack.”...
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Estrogen receptor could offer shield from obesity
An estrogen-activated protein inside cells appears to offer protection against obesity—in both men and women—according to a new study with mice. The research, reported in two separate studies,...
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News pics of refugees don’t tell the whole story
A majority of photos depicting the 2015 Syrian refugee crisis portrayed the refugees as victims, research shows. This finding has implications for how the public perceives migratory events, including...
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These ‘shocks’ contribute to executive turnover
New research indicates the disruptive events that contribute to top executives leaving companies. Called “shocks,” these employment-related events may be threats to a company’s reputation (such as...
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Can ‘painting’ 3D scans improve body image?
3D technology has the potential to help young women better appreciate their bodies, say researchers. The research shows that images from 3D scanners can help young women focus on body appreciation,...
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Microscope maps show how protein ‘traffic’ leaves E. Coli cells
New research is challenging prior theories about how material leaves the inside of an E. coli cell. The new study could have important implications for how we treat diseases. Scientists meticulously...
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Managed fires create haven for Midwest birds
A diverse array of Midwest birds are thriving, thanks to restoration of pine woodlands, through intentional, managed fires and strategic thinning of tree density, report researchers. Millions of acres...
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Aggression in kids with autism may signal G.I. trouble
Problematic behaviors, such as aggression, might indicate gastrointestinal distress in children and adolescents with autism, according to new research. Bradley Ferguson, assistant research professor in...
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‘Sonar’ device detects trouble in drinking water
Sonar technology has inspired a fast, cheap way to determine if water is safe to drink, researchers report. Based on initial results, scientists say it’s possible to determine changes in the physical...
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‘Family tree’ could improve kale and its relatives
New research maps the genetic family tree of three leafy greens: canola, rutabaga, and Siberian kale. The research challenges prior theories of the origins of the three vegetables. “Domestication of...
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Stress may put a ‘frog in your throat’
Stress might be to blame for the feeling of having a “frog in your throat,” stammering, or other voice control issues, according to a new study. The pilot study expands on the Trait Theory of Voice...
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Sense of belonging makes kids less likely to bully
Students who feel a greater sense of belonging with their peers, family, and school community are less likely to participate in bullying, according to new research. Previous research has shown that,...
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Genes show why some flies learn faster than others
Genes in fruit flies may explain differences in the learning speed of flies, researchers report. Many of those genes in fruit flies are similar to those found in people. The research in fruit flies...
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Camera system tells farmers when crops need a drink
A new camera system could allow farmers to precisely and inexpensively monitor and irrigate crops, researchers say. A hot plant is an early warning sign of an under-watered, unhealthy plant, which...
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Do crocodile smiles hold the secret to regrowing teeth?
Crocodiles and some of their plant-eating ancestors have thin tooth enamel, a trait that is in stark contrast to humans and other hard-biting species, according to new research. These findings could...
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Biosensor warns about salmonella before food hits stores
New technology could give retailers and regulators an earlier warning of food dangers like salmonella, improving public health and giving consumers peace of mind. The biosensor provides a rapid way for...
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How it pays off for kids when parents get involved at school
Kids are less likely to have concentration problems and behavioral issues if their parents make a greater effort to engage with their schooling earlier in the year, according to new research. Parent...
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Brain MRIs may reveal psychotic disorder risk
Neurological markers in the brain can help detect people at risk of developing psychotic disorders and indicate when this risk has been successfully treated, researchers say. People who may hear and...
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