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Now bacterial microbots to help find cures

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 13:27:36 PST

Researchers have created the first ever microbots that look like real bacteria and can carry medicines to predetermined targets in the body, remove plaque deposits in the arteries or help biologists to modify cellular structures that are too small for direct manipulation by researchers.

Excerpts from Indian court ruling on homosexuality

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 17:53:06 PST

The Delhi High Court Thursday gave a landmark judgement that de-criminalises homosexuality. Here are key excerpts from the 105-page ruling:

Probiotics can increase effectiveness of some antibiotic therapies

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 04:00:00 PST

Antimicrobial treatments for bacterial vaginosis (BV) are effective, but taking lactobacillus tablets alongside metronidazole antibiotic therapy increases effectiveness over taking this antibiotic alone, according to a Cochrane Systematic Review. The researchers also concluded that intravaginal lactobacillus was as effective as oral metronidazole, although they did note unexplained drop-outs from the trials.

Underwater exploration seeks evidence of early Americans

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 04:00:00 PST

Where the first Americans came from, when they arrived and how they got here is as lively a debate as ever, only most of the research to date has focused on dry land excavations. But, last summer's pivotal underwater exploration in the Gulf of Mexico led by Mercyhurst College archaeologist Dr. James Adovasio yielded evidence of inundated terrestrial sites that may well have supported human occupation more than 12,000 years ago, and paved the way for another expedition this July.

Researchers identify technique that improves ACL surgery

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 04:00:00 PST

Surgeons from Hospital for Special Surgery in New York have identified a drilling technique that improves the outcome of surgery to reconstruct the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). The news will be presented during the annual meeting of the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, June 9-12, in Keystone. Colo.

4 from Penn State receive PECASE awards

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 04:00:00 PST

The White House announced today (July 9) that four Penn State researchers will receive 2009 Presidential Early Career Awards for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE).

Report shows the power of US cities to mitigate climate change and steps they need to take to adapt

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 04:00:00 PST

U.S. municipal governments are showing leadership by voluntarily accounting for and reducing greenhouse gas emissions resulting from their operations. They also recognize the huge potential to influence long-term reductions from the residents and businesses in their communities, according to a new report.

Map of your brain may reveal early mental illness

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 04:00:00 PST

CHICAGO --- John Csernansky wants to take your measurements. Not the circumference of your chest, waist and hips. No, this doctor wants to stretch a tape measure around your hippocampus, thalamus and prefrontal cortex.

UH team analyzes Hurricane Ike's effects on waterways, fish contamination

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 04:00:00 PST

A long-term environmental research project being conducted at the University of Houston may offer important information about the effects of Hurricane Ike on pollution levels and help regulators determine whether existing fish-consumption advisories remain appropriate.

Post-traumatic stress disorder: Psychological treatments may not prevent PTSD

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 04:00:00 PST

Psychological interventions intended to prevent the development of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in the early stages after a traumatic experience have not been shown to be effective, Cochrane Researchers have concluded. This systematic review focused on multiple-session treatments for everyone involved, irrespective of the presence of symptoms. Two previous reviews found single session interventions to be ineffective.