New research suggests that the geological staying power of continents comes partly from their losing battle with the Earth's oceans over magnesium. Because much of the lost mass is dominated by magnesium and calcium, continents ultimately gain because the lighter, silicon-rich rock that's left behind is buoyed up by denser rock beneath the Earth's crust. picked by AutumnLotus 2 years ago

British lawmakers will debate Monday a bill which would allow scientists to use animal-human hybrid embryos in research after Prime Minister Gordon Brown passionately defended the controversial plan.

WTF?! picked by doggylives 2 years ago

About 40 million adults will suffer from some form of anxiety disorder, including phobias, panic disorders and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It is estimated that nearly 15 percent of U.S. soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan develop PTSD. This research by Rutgers is hoped to point to new methods of treatment. picked by bernardblack 1 year ago

Along with graduating in two and a half years with a 3.75 grade point average in pre-med, Rolle was awarded a $4,000 grant to conduct cancer research and set up a program in Okeechobee, Fla., to teach Seminole Indian children about health and physical fitness.

*I heard about this guy 2x in 2 days and was duly impressed both times. picked by dollyllama 1 year ago

For years, government officials have urged people to protect their Social Security numbers by giving out the nine-digit codes only when absolutely necessary. Now it turns out that all the caution in the world may not be enough: New research shows that Social Security numbers can be predicted from publicly available birth information with a surprising degree of accuracy. picked by Bingo 5 months ago

Recently we had Moe's then topofall's post about an airline meal complaint. I've done some research and found this superb site. It contains thousands of experiences with details, photos and comments from more than 100 airlines. picked by ozero 10 months ago

Recent research suggests that for all their high-tech features, modern running shoes may not actually do much to improve a runner’s performance or prevent injuries. Some runners are convinced that they are better off with shoes that are little more than thin gloves for the feet — or with no shoes at all.

Nike and other large shoe manufacturers aren’t amused: picked by Bingo 3 months ago

Research has shown that over the course of a lifetime, the average American will spend literally weeks of their existence sitting in traffic. You might be inclined to react unenthusiastically to the thought of pitching those hours into the great abyss every year, but as it turns out, that time doesn't really have to go to waste. In reality, you might find that being stuck in gridlock is your favor... read full post picked by AutumnLotus 9 months ago

Women blessed with "emotional intelligence" - the ability to express their feelings and read those of others - have better sex lives, research shows. picked by sharon22 7 months ago

A research team of biologists has found experimental evidence that supports a controversial theory of genetic conflict in the reproduction of those animals that support their developing offspring through a placenta. picked by AutumnLotus 2 years ago

I work at the youth home near the county jail and tonight on my way home I saw the news trucks outside. Curious, I did a little research and found out what this creep is up to these days. picked by heymrp 2 years ago

I promise never to allow financial gain, competitiveness or ambition cloud my judgment in the conduct of ethical research and scholarship.
(Scientific misconduct is very expensive) picked by Bornbad 1 year ago

Researchers are working on a new experimental drug that targets the cause of cystic fibrosis. The preliminary research is giving hope to patients who fight cystic fibrosis every day. picked by prish 1 year ago

Oestrogen hormone therapy, a treatment for some symptoms of menopause, shrinks women's brains, new research shows.
Women older than 65 should not begin hormone therapy because the risks clearly outweigh the benefits - However, these results should not cause women in their 40s and 50s to shy away from hormone therapy when appropriate. picked by bingo 11 months ago

It also discovered that seven out of 10 childless women over the age of 30 worry about their fertility.

While delaying motherhood for a variety of reasons, women have it in "the back of their minds" they can try IVF if they fail to conceive naturally, the research for Red magazine found. picked by iamamaniac 4 months ago

The architects of Cambodia’s famed Angkor – the world's most extensive medieval "hydraulic city" – unwittingly engineered its environmental collapse, says research by UNSW scientists and a team of international scholars. picked by AutumnLotus 2 years ago

Astronomers have discovered new tidal debris stripped away from colliding galaxies. New debris images are of special interest since they show the full history of galaxy collisions and resultant starburst activities, which are important in 'growing' galaxies in the early Universe. picked by AutumnLotus 6 months ago

The moment a mother humpback whale gently helps her newborn calf to take its very first breath has been captured on camera.

The rare event is described as the 'Holy Grail' for whale-watchers. Marine scientists said they watched in astonishment as the mother swam beneath the distressed baby and lifted it above the water, clearing its blowhole to take in air. picked by AutumnLotus 4 months ago

“These findings confirm research from other parts of the world – that making abortion illegal does not significantly decrease its frequency, it just makes it unsafe and puts women’s lives at risk,” said Fatima Juarez, the study’s lead author. picked by theclansman 9 months ago

Dog trainers and animal behaviorists take issue with Cesar Millan's, of National Geographic's The Dog Whisperer, dog training methods, saying that they are old methods based on bad dog behavior research that have been proven to do more harm than good, and that newer positive reinforcement methods are much more effective and safer for both the dog and owner. picked by sidran32 3 weeks ago