No proof that much-hyped find is a missing link between humans and early primates, experts say
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Biochemical signals from tumors cause anxiety and depression in rats
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The study of ancient lake sediment from high altitude lakes in the Andes has revealed for the first time that mercury pollution occurred long before the start of the Industrial Revolution.
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Being overweight or obese is a leading contributor to cardiovascular disease (CVD) and associated risk factors; however, in patients with established CVD, obesity appears to play a protective role. In fact, data suggest obese patients with heart disease do better and tend to live longer than leaner patients with the same severity of disease.
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New findings of ecologists studying plant life on the Boston Harbor Islands may advance societal efforts to stem the damage caused by invading exotic species.
After retinal lesions, the affected cerebral neurons suddenly no longer receive input signals. However, they do remain inactive: they receive signals from neighboring cells, strengthen these and then transmit them. For this purpose, they form new networks during the first few weeks after the lesion - initially on a trial basis and later as permanent [...]
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Scientists have laid the groundwork for a lithium battery that can store and deliver more than three times the power of conventional lithium ion batteries.
It is well established that seat belts save lives. However, many pregnant women do not wear seat belts, for fear that the belt itself could injure the baby in a car crash. But is this actually the case?
Studying the way a person’s brain “sings” could improve our understanding of conditions such as epilepsy and schizophrenia and help develop better treatments, scientists have discovered.
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