Archive of articles published on the 30th of April 2009

Computer hackers R.I.P. -- making quantum cryptography practical
Hopkins Children's study: Folic acid may help treat allergies, asthma
Women 10 times more likely to do breast self-exams correctly with intervention, KP study finds
Tiny differences in our genes help shed light on the big picture of human history
Urine screening test may one day predict coronary artery disease
Glutamate identified as predictor of disease progression in multiple sclerosis
Risk factors identified for pneumonia after heart surgery
NASA's electronic nose may provide neurosurgeons with a new weapon against brain cancer
Studies uncover high and often overlooked costs associated with epilepsy
Potentially harmful chemicals found in forest fire smoke
World's fastest camera relies on an entirely new type of imaging
XBox forensics
Low vitamin D causes problems for acutely ill patients
Gray matter under attack in multiple sclerosis
Researchers design unique method to induce immunity to certain STDs
Just in time for spring: Scientists find the cellular on and off switch for allergies and asthma
Stanford scientists turn adult skin cells into muscle and vice versa
Brain protein central to both Parkinson's, drug addiction identified
Research finds perceived warmth, 'babyfaceness' positive characteristics for black CEOs
Adding steroid drug to MS treatment may reduce disease activity
Risk of leukemia with multiple sclerosis drug higher than thought
First 10-year follow-up shows that treatment with AVONEX leads to long-term benefits in early multiple sclerosis patients
Research finds photos more useful than words
Management of asthma during pregnancy can optimize health of mother and baby
Pandemic study of 1918-1919 outbreak provides background and death rates for 14 European countries
K-State researcher finds 1918 flu resulted in current lineage of H1N1 swine influenza viruses
Synthesis with a template
Social separation stops flu spread, but must be started soon
Type of connection procedure after pancreatic surgery influenced rate of pancreatic fistula
Some vocal-mimicking animals, particularly parrots, can move to a musical beat
Birds can dance, really
Recycler protein helps prevent disease
New view of HIV entry may lead to next generation of inhibitors
Study fuels debate about why female birds seek extra mates
New layer of control over human embryonic stem cells found
Scientists shed light on inner workings of human embryonic stem cells
Keynoter to highlight need for continual change in sustainable education reform
NASA study says climate adds fuel to Asian wildfire emissions
Study analyzing dialogue between neurologists and epilepsy patients identifies significant gaps
Mysterious disappearance of explorer Everett Ruess solved after 75 years
Study validates means to measure possible leukemia marker
Sandia researchers construct carbon nanotube device that can detect colors of the rainbow
Finding a stereotype that is true: Mexicans more sociable than Americans
Using a small stockpile of a secondary antiviral drug in a flu pandemic
Caltech researchers pinpoint the mechanisms of self-control in the brain
Southern glaciers grow out of step with North
Synthetic chemical offers solution for crops facing drought
Penn geneticist publishes largest-ever study on African genetics revealing origins, migration
Proteins, soft tissue from 80-million-year-old dino support theory that molecules preserve over time
New sequences from hadrosaur dinosaur confirm that ancient protein is preserved over time
Arizona State researchers use multispectral images to reveal origin and evolution of planet Mercury
Report shows US wildlife trade poorly regulated
Fertilization intensifies competition for light and endangers plant diversity
Women with arthritis more likely than men to stop working
MESSENGER discovers an unusual impact basin on Mercury
Genetic variant impairs communication within the brain
CU-Boulder scientists detect magnesium in MESSENGER flyby of Mercury
Chlamydia may play role in a type of arthritis
Decrease in sense of smell seen in lupus patients
Popular diabetes treatment could trigger pancreatitis, pancreatic cancer
Researcher: Lasers used to detect melamine in baby formula
Fish may actually feel pain and react to it much like humans
Cancer-causing virus associated with higher risk of new HIV infection
Drugs to combat anemia in cancer patients increase risk of death
New technology shows promise against resistant staph infections
Atomic physics study sets new limits on hypothetical new particles
Gene test determines risk of heart surgery complications
Simultaneous transplant gives best results in diabetics with kidney disease
Gene test determines risk of heart surgery complications
Can kidney disease cause cancer?
International team finds key gene that allows plants to survive drought
Maternal depression is associated with significant sleep disturbance in infants
Study links ADHD with sleep problems in adolescents
Mosquito parasite may help fight dengue fever
Dolphins maintain round-the-clock visual vigilance
Chemical found in medical devices impairs heart function
Injured Marines at risk for abnormal bone growth
Rotator cuff tears: Are they all in the family?
People of higher socioeconomic status choose better diets -- but pay more per calorie
Climate change threatens Lake Baikal's unique biota
Institution of a bedtime routine improves sleep in infants and toddlers, maternal mood
Endoscopic surgery effectively relieves sinusitis symptoms; large pooled study