Archive of articles published on the 8th of November 2010

Hospital for Special Surgery scientists share advances in lupus and related conditions
APHA 2010: Study finds funding for substance abuse in Indiana lacking
Vapor rub relieves cold symptoms for children, helps them sleep better
Breast cancer patients prefer silicone over saline implants after mastectomy
Prolonged maternal separation increased breast cancer risk in neonatal mice
Greater food insecurity from recession poses increased risk to low income individuals with diabetes
Caveman behavioral traits might kick in at Thanksgiving table before eating
Scientists unlock the secrets of exploding plasma clouds on the sun
Plasma as a fast optical switch
The many faces of the shear Alfvén wave
Vacuum arcs spark new interest
Taming thermonuclear plasma with a snowflake
Imaging of Alfvén waves and fast ions in a fusion plasma
Getting to know the sun advances fusion research
Fusion makes major step forward at MIT through studies of the plasma edge
Threshold sea surface temperature for hurricanes and tropical thunderstorms is rising
UCLA researchers discover a potential target for therapy for patients with a deadly prostate cancer
Hebrew University researchers discover expanded role for cancer-causing gene
Hebrew University-developed method for control of malaria applied in Africa
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center research shows fish oil component given up to 5 hours after stroke limits brain damage
Mild painkillers in pregnancy are associated with an increased risk of male reproductive problems
Researchers in Bonn find an 'altruism gene'
Fat cells reach their limit and trigger changes linked to type 2 diabetes
To retire or not to retire?
Quantum memory for communication networks of the future
Power grid of the future saves energy
Study sheds light on aromatase inhibitor joint pain syndrome
Close up on hidden galaxies with new cosmic zoom lenses
Play with your kid, for their mental health's sake
California pistachios: Dietitian and Mother Nature approved
Engineered plants make potential precursor to raw material for plastics
CERN completes transition to lead-ion running at the LHC
Canola-type rapeseed oil reduces the level of fibrinogen, a cause of thrombosis and inflammation
Fearless children show less empathy, more aggression
Study identifies factors that increase risk of falls among orthopedic inpatients
Scientists pinpoint key defense against parasite infection
Privacy safeguards in Canadian military insufficient: Updated rules needed
Special skin keeps fish species alive on land
Were our tetrapod ancestors deaf?
Discovery of an anti-inflammatory substance
Scientist chronicle nanoparticles' journey from the lungs into the body
Simulating black hole radiation with lasers
Dangerous chemicals in food wrappers likely migrating to humans: U of T study
Study examines risk of heterosexual HIV transmission in China
GOES-13 satellite sees cold front stalking remnant low of Tomas
Differences in human and Neanderthal brains set in just after birth
Do not abandon new cigarette warning labels
A comparison of severe outcomes during the waves of pandemic (H1N1) 2009
Perfectly needled nonwoven
NASA sees Tropical Depression Jal's remnants entering and leaving India
Statins did not reduce colorectal cancer in WHI analysis
Anti-gout drug may decrease risk for colorectal adenoma progression
Soy may stop prostate cancer spread
Children find their own way to solve arithmetic problems
UCLA uses new hybrid, precision heart procedures to help stop deadly arrhythmias
Graphene gets a Teflon makeover
Chemoprevention biomarker for breast cancer identified
Gefitinib may have chemopreventive benefits in pancreatic cancer
Brain bleeding is common with aging, UCI study finds
Scientists discover how the songbird's brain controls timing during singing
Frequency of foot disorders differs between African-Americans and whites
Single parenthood doesn't pay off for plants
Nanogenerators grow strong enough to power small conventional electronics
DHA improves memory and cognitive function in older adults
TB-drugome provides new targets for anti-tuberculosis drug discovery
Stevens and TNO conduct joint experiments in Dutch Harbor for maritime security
Iron stimulates blooms of toxin-producing algae in open ocean, study finds
UNC scientists identify cellular communicators for cancer virus
Massachusetts Institute of Technology IDs new cancer drug target
Discovery could reveal secrets of ancient Martian and terrestrial atmospheres
New ocean acidification study shows added danger to already struggling coral reefs
Potential drug therapy for diabetic retinopathy under study
Door-to-balloon time drops for heart attack patients, but mortality rates unchanged
Many patients having heart attacks still wait more than 2 hours to go to the hospital
Silent vascular disease accompanies cognitive decline in healthy aging
Low blood levels of vitamin D linked to chubbier kids, faster weight gain
Bilingualism delays onset of Alzheimer's symptoms
Psychologists identify influence of social interaction on sensitivity to physical pain
Scientists make advance in dementia research
Low vitamin D while pregnant or breastfeeding may not be associated with multiple sclerosis relapse
Vitamins E and C appear to have little effect on age-related cataract
PPIs and antiplatelet drugs can be used together after careful consideration of risks and benefits
Solar-powered device affordable, reliable tool to measure blood pressure
3 ORNL researchers receive presidential early career award
Common corneal condition associated with increased eye pressure
'Sweet 16' tool may be useful for detecting cognitive impairment
Starting dialysis earlier may be harmful for some patients
Growth factor regenerates tooth supporting structures: Results of a large randomized clinical trial
Alternative treatment for preventing relapse of certain type of vasculitis appears less effective
Breast cancer: Reducing the risk of unnecessary chemo
Obesity not linked to breast cancer in Mexican-American women
Smoking increased risk of death in women with breast cancer
Could lung cancer in smokers vs. 'never-smokers' be different diseases?
Soy isoflavones may modify risk of breast cancer
Clinical research doesn't do enough to study sex and gender differences
Research into adolescent sexual habits reveals surprising findings
Improvements within 1 hour of stroke treatment associated with better outcomes
New research shows genetic test for lung cancer risk prompts smokers to quit
Fat sand rats are SAD like us
Survey suggests that many physicians still have relationships with industry
Although less prevalent, physician-industry relationships remain common