Archive of articles published on the 2nd of August 2010

Certain meat components may increase bladder cancer risk
Ecological scientists assess the fundamentals of animal behavior
Cancer-causing bacterium targets tumor-suppressor protein
Mallory and Irvine: Did extreme weather cause their disappearance?
Proton pump inhibitors are a risk factor for C. difficile reinfection
A new role of glypican-3 in hepatocellular carcinoma
New studies question vascular multiple sclerosis hypothesis and treatment
New solar energy conversion process could revamp solar power production
Nutritional labeling and point-of-purchase signs influence healthy food choices
New technique in robot-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy
The evolutionary origins of coral sex
Women attracted to men in red, research shows
Mind over matter? The psychology of healing
'Ribbit Radio' shows frog population estimates are likely flawed
Oxygen fuels the fires of time
MIT researchers show silicon can be made to melt in reverse
New methods, new math speed detection of drug-resistant malaria
Addressing environmental challenges and controversies through science communication
Breeding changing dog brains
Bankruptcy, international style: What financial factors predict corporate bankruptcy globally
Novel bee venom derivative forms a nanoparticle 'smart bomb' to target cancer cells
How blocking the 'Programmed Death 1' protein may treat or prevent sepsis and severe infection
Generation gaps at work not just about age, study says
New catalyst of platinum nanoparticles could lead to conk-out free, stable fuel cells
Disparities in cardiovascular risk based more on socioeconomic status than race, ethnicity
New carbon dioxide emissions model
Scientists target possible cause of 1 form of bowel disease
Synthetic bone graft recruits stem cells for faster bone healing
People reject popular opinions if they already hold opposing views, study finds
Body weight and glaucoma risk; new 'map' for severe myopia
Sisters protect siblings from depression, study shows
Alphavirus-based vaccine may slow some cancers
Non-human primate study generates information relevant to HIV-1 vaccine strategies
The taste of quinine: It's in your bitter genes
Adolescents with Type 2 diabetes have diminished cognitive performance and brain abnormalities
Researchers find universal law for material evolution
A cellular housekeeper, and potential target of obesity drugs, caught in action
Study suggests intervention for overcoming reading-comprehension difficulties in children
Doctors not strongly encouraging HPV vaccine to girls of certain age
Tongue piercing may cause gapped teeth, according to UB study
Mayo Clinic finds withdrawing ventricular assist device support ethical
Bacteriolytic therapy may be a promising treatment strategy for advanced pancreatic cancer patients
Eruptive characteristics of Oregon's Mount Hood analyzed
Sociological study links state tax credit programs to higher birth weight
Study finds high heels may lead to joint degeneration and knee osteoarthritis
Safe and efficient de-orbit of space junk without making the problem worse
Blue whales align the pitch of their songs with extreme accuracy, study finds
Rebuilding flood plains, agriculture, economy
Women more attracted to men in red
Scientists discover how neuroglobin protects against Alzheimer's
Placement of removable metal biliary stent in post-OLT anastomotic stricture
Sociologist finds combat veterans face more lifelong socioeconomic challenges
Windy cities: Researchers invent new tool to calculate hurricane risk
Exercise and caloric restriction rejuvenate synapses in lab mice
Our brain can be taught to control cravings, Yale researcher finds
1 high-fat diet, 2 different outcomes: The path to obesity becomes clearer
Purified blood stem cells improve success of bone marrow transplants in mice, Stanford study shows
New study examines effects of drought in the Amazon
Fractures significantly reduce quality of life in women with osteoporosis
Research shows what you say about others says a lot about you
UM School of Medicine finds mentorship program successfully fights childhood obesity
Purdue-IU team uncovers potential prostate cancer marker
When memory-related region of brain is damaged, other areas compensate, study finds
Ice core drilling effort involving CU-Boulder to help assess abrupt climate change risks
University of Colorado School of Medicine study: Mental health outcomes in children in foster care improved with mentoring, skills development
Relatives of individuals with autism tend to display abnormal eye movements
Mentoring, skills development associated with improved mental health in foster care children
Hungry children and youth have more health problems
Pathological internet use among teens may lead to depression
Stress hormones help lizards escape from fire ants
Colitis patients diagnosed later in life tend to have better disease outcomes
Iron oxide nanoparticles becoming tools for brain tumor imaging and treatment
Brain may age faster in people whose hearts pump less blood
Viral infection predicts heart transplant loss in children
Pilot safety protocol could help dentists reduce errors
Aurora alert: The Sun is waking up
Expectations may affect placebo response in patients with Parkinson's disease
Cholesterol levels in young adults predict risk of future heart disease
Census of Marine Life publishes historic roll call of species in 25 key ocean areas
Census of Marine Life publishes historic roll call of species in 25 key world areas
Scientists at University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus discover new fat cell
Ketamine may relieve depression quickly for those with treatment-resistant bipolar disorder
Gene variant may increase severity of MS
Healthiest pregnant women feel a strong sense of community
Ice-free ocean may not absorb CO2, a component in global warming
Drug trials funded by industry are more likely to publish favorable results
Why are male spiders small while females are giant?
Study finds deep, open ocean is vastly under-explored
Scientists unravel human-ecosystem interactions