Archive of articles published on the 22nd of February 2011

Simple spit and blood tests might detect burnout before it happens
Time to raise how many mammograms radiologists must read?
Higher volume reduces false positives in screening mammography
Vaccine made with synthetic gene protects against deadly pneumonia
Using EEGs to diagnose autism spectrum disorders in infants
High-quality care associated with lower cost in trauma
Applied physicists discover that migrating cells flow like glass
Poor park planning drives kids indoors
Chemical compounds in trees can fight deadly staph infections in humans
Study shows tobacco retail proximity to schools
Pollution with antibiotics leads to resistant bacteria
Cold winters mean more pollution
Black History Month's sobering news: MLK dream alive for few, says researcher
Novel methods for improved breast cancer survival
Oldest species of a marine mollusc discovered
Nanotechnology may lead to new treatment of liver cancer
Smallest magnetic field sensor in the world
Scientists to sequence DNA of cystic fibrosis superbug
Brain doesn't need vision at all in order to 'read' material
6,000-year climate record suggests longer droughts, drier climate for Pacific Northwest
Lesbian moms vulnerable when abused, reluctant to seek help
Health care disparities seen in epilepsy patients with low socioeconomic status
Brain's 'reward' center also responds to bad experiences
Texas-bound: Fungus keeps Texas leaf-cutter ants from spreading
Research uncovers a secret society connecting through the Internet
Scientists identify new marker for heart disease
New technology pinpoints genetic differences between cancer and non-cancer patients
Texas leafcutter ants aided, but also limited, by cold-tolerant fungus crops, research shows
Why chemotherapy causes more infertility in women than in men
Toward computers that fit on a pen tip: New technologies usher in the millimeter-scale computing era
Huntington's disease breakthrough equals hope for patients
Natural (born) killers: What do they really do?
Cancer-causing virus exploits key cell-survival proteins
Latest American Chemical Society podcast: Don't blame 'the pill' for estrogen in drinking water
Queen's University researcher connects cannabis use and sexual dysfunction
'Fingerprints' match molecular simulations with reality
National anti-drug campaign succeeds in lowering marijuana use, study suggests
Study: For a better workday, smile like you mean it
Anti-clotting agent does not improve outcomes of patients with severe pneumonia
New free, hands-on tool supports sustainable living choices
Captain Scott's century-old collections suggests marine life is capturing more carbon
Bisphenol A exposures lower in Canadians compared to Americans
E-health must align with health care reform
Old folk remedy revived: How tansy may be a treatment for herpes
Financial security of Chinese American households depends on education, MU researcher finds
'Climategate' undermined belief in global warming among many TV meteorologists, study shows
Patients with COPD have higher risk of shingles
Researchers discover new way to design metal nanoparticle catalysts
Transitioning to organic farming
Higher vitamin D intake needed to reduce cancer risk
3-D nanoparticle in atomic resolution
Crying baby draws blunted response in depressed mom's brain
Fish provide missing piece in the marine sediment jigsaw
Liquid metal key to simpler creation of electrodes for microfluidic devices
Feb. 23 NASA mission to tote $28 million CU-Boulder instrument and tiny student satellite
The blind also have a Stripe of Gennari
A nano-solution to global water problem: Nanomembranes could filter bacteria
USDA study confirms links between longer ragweed season and climate change
Therapeutic lifestyle changes as useful as drugs in improving mental health
Parenting stress affects new mothers’ postpartum lifestyle
Protective strategy shields primate ovaries from radiation-therapy-induced damage
Pathway transforms normal cells into aggressive tumors
Polygamy hurt 19th century Mormon wives' evolutionary fitness
Shellshock: New report lists 25 most endangered turtle species
Pollution tax rebates little help for low-income workers
Compound used to block cholesterol could also kill breast cancer, MU researcher finds
Racial and ethnic minority adolescents less likely to receive treatment for major depression
Society may be willing to pay a high price to prevent child abuse and neglect, study suggests
Study suggests gender does not play a role in risk of death from heart attack
Nanoparticles increase survival after blood loss
Coral'network' can protect Asia-Pac fish stocks
Are we more -- or less -- moral than we think?
T. rex more hyena than lion
Stresses of unemployed spouse can hurt job performance of other spouse, says study
New Zealand earthquake damage illustrates risks posed by shallow crustal faults
Even in a crowd, you remain unique, UCLA life scientists report
Babies and toddlers can suffer mental illness, seldom get treatment
Gender gap: Selection bias snubs scholarly achievements of female scientists
MIT engineers design new nanoparticle that could lead to vaccines for HIV, malaria, other diseases
Screening mammograms catch second breast cancers early
Study examines effectiveness of mammography screening for women with prior breast cancer
Cell phone use may have effect on brain activity, but health consequences unknown
Speaking foreign languages may help protect your memory
Study links long-term use of osteoporosis drugs to unusual fractures
Researchers find local wildlife protection safeguards entire range
Long-term use of osteoporosis medication associated with increased risk of atypical fractures
Use of nitrates may increase bone strength
Blood test may find markers of bladder cancer risk
Job seekers: How do you rate with employers?
EARTH: A decade-plus of tracking lunar larceny
Capacity of developing country NRAs key to accelerated introduction of upcoming dengue vaccines
Key regulatory issues for dengue vaccine development
Struggling to follow doctor's orders
New face of sleeping sickness epidemiology highlights need for new tools
The association between unhealthy behaviors and socioeconomic status differs between countries
E-health must be a priority, researchers say
Drinking alcohol in moderation protects against heart disease
Cannabis ingredient can help cancer patients regain their appetites and sense of taste